Funeral Archive

Captain Pieter Karl Zuber – 22 Jul 1938 ~ 17 Nov 2022 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pieter Karl Zuber peacefully at Sunnybrook Veterans Centre on November 17, 2022. Pieter served with Canadian Army Signalman rank with theatres of service in Canada and the Middle East (1957-1960) where received medals of commendation. Upon his … Read More

Union Notice #22-137: LODD Funeral for District Chief Chris Cauchon Update Brothers and Sisters, The new information we have received is that District Chief Cauchon was promoted to car 42, then transferred to car 14 and his last assignment was Car 13. Parking: The Thornhill Club7994 Yonge St,Thornhill, ON L4J 1W3 The ceremony will be live-streamed and can be found … Read More

DC Bob Colhoun – May 1937 – November 2022 Bob passed away peacefully in his 85th year, with the company of his daughter, son, and daughter-in-law by his side. Beloved father of Lynn & Robert (Sonia) Colhoun. Proud grandfather of Patrick & Tom Colhoun. Bob was a dedicated member of the Etobicoke Fire Department. He began his career on the … Read More

Update – Celebration of Life for Shirley Litherland: Wife of Captain Grant Litherland, R321 C platoon Updated Info A celebration of Life will be held for Shirley Litherland, wife of Grant Litherland Captain R321 C platoon. It will be on Saturday, November 19th between 1 and 4 pm. It is a casual drop-in affair and will take place at: Louis … Read More

Joseph Garry Zopf17-Nov-1958 – 10-Nov-2022 Passed away peacefully on his terms, surrounded by his family on Thursday, November 10th, 2022 in his 64th Year. Loving husband of Karen Zopf (nee Bauer). Proud father of Adam (Nataliya) and Ben (Mary). Survived by his brother Perry (Karyn) and his sister-in-law Rita. Dear uncle of Ian, Scott (Jen), Andrew, and Keana. Predeceased by … Read More

Funeral Information for PC Valentine Arthur Delory Retired North York Fire L752 Valentine Arthur Delory – February 1927 ~ November 2022 On Saturday, November 5th, 2022, Val passed peacefully in his 96th year at the West Parry Sound Health Centre. Born in Toronto, he was the baby of the family, the youngest of seven and dotted on by all. A … Read More

Leonard Joseph Shirose – 16 Mar 1937 ~ 24 Oct 2022 SHIROSE, LEONARD – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Leonard Shirose on October 24, 2022, in his 85th year. Beloved best friend and husband of 60 years, cherished father of Christine (Russ) and Leonard Jr. (Alex), and much-loved grandfather of Jessica and Julia. He … Read More

Captain Douglas Fleming – 7 NOV, 1939 – 28 OCT, 2022 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Fleming with family at his side on October 28th, 2022 after a short battle with Cancer. Beloved father of Susan (Kevin) and Tracey (Christian), adoring Papa to Kellyn, and friend of former spouse Ann. Doug is survived … Read More

Valentino Cicci – February 1933 – October 2022 Passed away peacefully in his 90th year at Etobicoke General Hospital on Monday, October 31, 2022, after a year-long struggle with heart disease. Loving husband of 64 years to his bride Polly Cicci, dearly missed by his five children Judy (Bill), Jim, Janet (Art), Robert (Mary), and Joanne. Beloved grandfather to Mark … Read More

Union Notice #22-120: UPDATE LODD ceremony for Former Scarborough VP and TFS Captain Norm SinclairUPDATE This will be a line-of-duty death ceremony, members are asked to wear full dress uniform, white gloves, and a cap with a shrouded badge. Following the ceremony, the family is having a reception for family, friends, and firefighters at; Tap and Tankard224 Brock St SWhitby, … Read More