Obituaries
SHARON JACQUELINE VINSKY
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon on December 24, 2017.
Sharon was born on October 26, 1944 in Edmonton, Alberta.
She is survived by her husband Morley and their children, Debby (husband Kevin and their children Ryan and Jared) and Rory (wife Tara and their child Hayden). She is also survived by her sister Eileen and her children and grandchildren.
Sharon had one goal in her married life of 52 years, and that was to live her life according to the two words that were on a necklace she proudly wore around her neck, “Yiddasha Momma”.
Those two words were the badge of honour that would govern her life. Her duty, as she saw it, was to ensure that she gave her husband and children every ounce of devotion that she was capable of and more. When times were tough she only got stronger by pitching in and doing what had to be done. She worked by my side in good times and bad and never complained.
When special events occurred such as birthdays, Valentine’s Day, anniversaries and Chanuka she would always make sure that cards were sent or given. Not satisfied with what was printed inside the card, she would always add her heartfelt feelings in what could only be described as short essay.
She loved to travel to see her grandchildren and to vacation in Palm Springs.
She was very close with her sister and her children and grandchildren, and enjoyed talking and visiting with them.
Her passing left a deep void in the hearts of all the people she touched and that was evident in the support we received and continue to receive.
A special thanks goes out to Dr. Jeremy Lipshitz from Health Sciences Centre, Dr. Christina Kim at Victoria Hospital and Dr. Candace Bradshaw and to the staff at the Oncology Department at Seven Oaks and Victoria Hospital.
The Palliative Care nurses from home care and the Palliative Care doctors and nurses from Riverview were the angels that guided us on a difficult journey and provided comfort and care for Sharon and our family. God bless them all.
Her funeral was held on December 27 at Etz Chayim Synagogue with interment at Rosh Pina Memorial Park. A very special thanks goes out to Cantor Tracy Kasner who will always be my Rabbi.
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ESTHER MINUK Dec. 27, 1932 – April 3, 2026
Esther Bat Hershel Ve Devorah
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Esther Minuk, beloved matriarch of our family. She was predeceased by her bashert, her beloved husband, Julius; her parents, Doris and Harry Golub; and her sister, Evelyn (Herbie).
Esther was a loving and proud mother, Baba, and Great-Baba to her children Yale, Rhonda (Tom), Perry (Abby), Jody, and Marla (Franklin); her grandchildren Jordan (Amy), Daniel (Allie), Allie (Jordan), Hannah, and Lily; and her great-grandchildren Julian, Aidan, and Eddie.
Known to many as `Queen Esther’, she led with kindness and integrity, always seeing the good in others. Her home was open and welcoming, filled with warmth, laughter, and love. She was sharp, compassionate, and deeply devoted to her family. We are heartbroken and forever grateful for the love and legacy she leaves behind. She will be eternally missed by her family.
Memorial donations may be made to B’nai Brith of Canada Foundation, 416-633-6224, https://bit.ly/4bRsabI or Sunnybrook Foundation, 416-480-4483, www.sunnybrook.ca/foundation
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MILTON FREEDMAN
It is with profound sadness and much love that I announce the passing of Milton Freedman on October 30th, 2025, three months after we celebrated his 100th birthday. Milton was predeceased by his parents, Helen and Peter, his older brother Sam, and his younger brother Sid, with whom he shared a very special relationship. He is survived by his wife Joanie, his sister Ruby Donner, nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and a great-great nephew.
Family and friends meant everything to Milton, and there wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for them. He was gentle and kind, quiet and dignified, thoughtful and wise. He gave the best advice, but only if asked.
Milton and I liked to travel, and for many years spent the winter in Palm Springs. We also travelled to Europe and England, and felt most at home in London. We reminisced endlessly about the river cruises we went on, and the amazing places we had the opportunity to visit, whether it was having dinner at a restaurant overlooking the North Sea, or attending a private concert at a palace in Vienna, or tasting Black Forest cake especially prepared for us, while we were in Germany’s Black Forest region. It all was stunning, magical, delicious. But it was the people we met along the way, who made everything even more special, and we never forgot them.
Milton was an avid reader, inhaling newspapers, magazines, and books as if they were oxygen. Remarkably, he remembered much of what he read, and it wasn’t unusual for him to quote a passage from a book that he had read years earlier, if it was relevant to a conversation. It was not to show off…that wasn’t who he was.
Milton was a runner, and for years ran ten miles, three times a week. On the days he didn’t run, he walked outdoors for two and a half hours. Eventually, he gave up running, preferring to walk seven days a week no matter the season, no matter the weather. This continued until he was well into his 80’s. And even in his 90’s Milton remained determined to walk, at first using one cane, then two, then a walker. When he was asked, how he did it, Milton simply said, “Just keep putting one foot in front of the other.” On occasion he might add, “And eventually you’ll get to where you’re going.”
Sage advice.
Milton is deeply missed, and will forever be remembered.
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MARLI REBECCA SILVERMAN
Marli Rebecca Silverman passed away on March 11th at the age of 43 from end-stage renal disease. She lived her life with meaning, courage, and resilience, and touched everyone who knew her with her strength, warmth, and spirit.
She leaves behind her beloved daughter, Rylee, who was the light of her life; her father, Bruce; her brother, Matthew; Rylee’s father, Drake; and many family members and dear friends who will carry her memory forward with love.
Marli will be deeply missed and forever remembered for the impact she made on those around her.
May her memory be a blessing.
Donations in Marli’s memory may be made to Breakthrough T1D (breakthrought1d.ca).