It is with great sadness when we loose members of our District 7070 Rotary family this month. Everyone in District 7070 wants to expresses their deepest sympathies to our extended Rotary family.
Rosemary Merrall - Rotary Club of Agincourt
It is with profound sadness that we announce Rosemary's passing peacefully in her sleep on April 2, 2020. Beloved wife of 51 years to David; dear mother to Sandra Inacio, Tom Merrall (Melisse Willems), and deceased infant Leeanne; and adoring grandmother to Victoria and Nelson Inacio, and Chloe and Jack Merrall. Rosemary devoted her life to giving to others as a longtime teacher in Scarborough, member of the altar guild at St. Timothy's Anglican church, past president of the Agincourt Rotary club, and generous supporter of the families of the island of Boracay in Phillipines. She will be fondly remembered by her siblings, many nieces and nephews, and those whose lives she has touched. A service of remembrance and celebration of life will take place at a future date when everyone can be together. Donations in her name to Diabetes Canada would be gratefully appreciated.
Georg Krohn - Rotary Club of Bowmanville
Georg Krohn Born April 24, 1941 The love of my life, my best friend, and my wonderful husband, suddenly passed away on April 3, 2020. He leaves behind, not only siblings and other family in Germany, but a great deal of friends, colleagues, and students. What can I say about his passionate life? He was the steadfast man by my side for over 52 years, a compassionate teacher who was completely devoted to his profession and his students, and a dedicated humanitarian. Georg cultivated a community of countless friends - he was thoughtful, cheerful, kind, and giving to everyone he met. Georg chose causes very near to his heart. As a Rotarian, he was involved in fundraisers and charity events that mattered to him, with his greatest commitment to the First Nations Community. As a chef, he shared his love for food through cooking classes at the BOAA and selflessly sharing his time by planning and cooking for MANY community events. As a community-focused man, Georg enjoyed beautifying the Village of Hampton and active involvement in yearly celebrations. Georg loved the outdoors: Camping and canoeing, going for walks, making picnics, swimming, curling and gardening were among his most favourite hobbies. Dear Georg, as I write this, and anyone who knew Georg would understand, you were the wind beneath my wings and you raised me up to more than I could ever be. I miss you! At Georg’s request no visitation or funeral services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Georg may be made to Bowmanville Hospital Foundation, Bowmanville Rotary Club, or Bowmanville Older Adults Association (BOAA). Family and friends are invited to leave condolences and memories of Georg at www.northcuttelliott.com .
Note: Georg was a huge supporter of Indigenous causes as was mentioned by John Currie. To commemorate Georg, perhaps a donation to the Honouring Indigenous People (HIP) COVID-19 FUND https://www.canadahelps.
Gus Vlastakis - Rotary Club of Scarborough
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Konstantin (Gus) Vlastakis on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of 50 years of Maria. Dear father of George (Anna) and Helen (Ted Chen). Proud Pappou of grandsons Marcus and Adam Vlastakis and Lucas and Matthew Chen. Konstantin is predeceased by his parents Athanasios and Eleni and brother Haralambos. He is survived by three brothers Emmanuel (Stella), Paul, George (Olga) and sister-in-law Olga. He held a special place in the hearts of sister-in-law Zoi Koutelias, late brother-in-law Andreas Koutelias, children Peter (Danielle) Koutelias and Helen (Jason) Bevilacqua, and their children Andreas Koutelias and Sebastian Bevilacqua. He is lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues.
Gus was a devoted member and had many fond memories of his work and his friends at the Rotary Club of Scarborough and King Solomon's Lodge. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada at https://www.heartandstroke.ca/. Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions, a private funeral was held Saturday, April 4, 2020 and a memorial service for Konstantin will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be emailed to gvlastakis@me.com.
Mary Anne Levine - Wife of Harry Levine (CRS Marketing - our Rotary Vendor)
Rotarians in Canada and certainly Rotarians in District 7070 are saddened to hear about the loss of Mary Anne Levine, the wife of Harry Levine of CRS Marketing. Harry has been one of our Rotary Vendors in Canada for many years. District 7070 Rotarians wish to send our deepest sympathies to Harry and his daughter. If you wish to send your best wishes to Harry, he can be reached 1071 Queens Avenue Suite # 206, Oakville Ontario L6H2K9 , ph: 289-259-2888. His email is harrylevine@cogeco.ca