Funeral Archive

Funeral Information for A/DC Norman George Cook, Retired East York (L-418) Norman Cook – 1938 ~ 2026 Norman George Cook passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on February 26, 2026, at the age of 88. Norman will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his loving wife Joan of 70 years. Loving father to Kathryn, Randall, and Russell. Loving … Read More

Funeral Information For DC Lloyd Clarence Bellaire, Retired TFS – Former NYFD (L-752) Lloyd Bellaire – Jul 22nd, 1948 – Feb 17th, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lloyd Clarence Bellaire on February 17, 2026, in his 78th year, peacefully at Markham Stouffville Hospital with family by his side. Beloved spouse and best friend … Read More

TORONTO FIRE DEPARTMENT LAST ALARM Firefighter Donald James Warner – May 1933 – Jan 2026 Predeceased by his mother, Edna, and father, Leslie Donald “Poppa” Warner lived a life defined by courage, laughter, and deep devotion to his family. Beloved husband, lifelong companion, friend, and love of his life to Josephine, for 71 years, on September 18, 2025. He is … Read More

Funeral Information For DC Richard Karl Straub, Retired TFS – Former TFD (L-113) Rick Straub – 16 Sep 1957 ~ 06 Feb 2026 Rick Straub, retired District Chief after 36 years of service, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 8, 2026, following a courageous three-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. He was 68. Rick began his career … Read More

Funeral Information for Firefighter Andrew Gordon Harrison Retired City of York (L-411) Andy Harrison – 23 May 1944 – 21 Jan 2026 Andrew Gordon Harrison, known as Andy, passed away peacefully in Toronto at Humber River Regional Hospital on January 21st, 2026, at the age of 81. Andy was born in Toronto to Mary and Wilfred Harrison on May 23rd, … Read More

Firefighter Dennis Penovacz – 18 May 1941 ~ 13 Jan 2026 Romans 8:2 King James Version 2, “For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death”. Dennis, Badge #175, was a dedicated Firefighter in his 85th year. His career began with the Etobicoke Fire Department in 1965, … Read More

Funeral Information for Capt. James G. McGillivray – Retired TFD – 11Jan2026 RIP Brother McGillivray! Gone but Never Forgotten! http://turnerporter.permavita.com/site/JamesGordonMcGillivray.html

Funeral Information For TFS Active Member Firefighter Aaron St. Pierre Aaron St. Pierre – November 12, 1974 ~ December 13, 2025 It is with deep sadness that Toronto Fire Services acknowledges the recent passing of Firefighter Aaron St. Pierre at the age of 51. Firefighter St. Pierre began his career with Toronto Fire Services on March 31, 2008, and proudly … Read More