| Obituary |
GREENBLATT, Manuel Peacefully, in Toronto, on Thursday, October 25, 2012, in his ninety-seventh year. Beloved husband of the late Thelma Wiseman. Devoted father and father-in-law of David and Brenda, Irwin and Netta, and Ellen. Cherished grandfather of Ryan and Lydia, Joanna and Bryan, Andrea, Erin, Josh, Zachary and Zoe, and loving great-grandfather of Ethan, Dylan, Lila and Jackson. Dear brother of Jack (Minnie), and predeceased by his brother Moe (Rhoda) and sisters Claire (Bernie) and May (Charlie). Loving brother-in-law of Sam and Phyllis Engelberg, and Greta Wiseman (Neville). He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews, and all those whose lives he touched. Manny was loved and admired by all who knew him, with a kind, gentle and caring nature, always a smile on his face, simply a true mensch. He was one of a kind, living his life with optimism, concern for others and good humour to the very end. Special thanks to Dr. Vishal Kukreti, caregivers Judith and Julie, and the staff of Kensington Place. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., Montreal on Sunday, October 28, at 12:15 p.m. Burial at the Shomrim Laboker Congregation Cemetery, Beth Hamedrash Hagadol Section, de la Savane. The family will be receiving visitors at Ruby Foo's Hotel, Montreal, until 8:00 pm on Sunday, October 28. Shiva will continue on Monday, October 29, at 123 Newport Square, Thornhill, Ontario, evening services at 6:30 p.m.; and at 4121 Rue Cunard, Montreal from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. both through to Friday, November 2. Donations in Manny's memory may be made to Canadian Magen David Adom for Israel, (416) 780-0034 or (800) 731-2848, to the Kidney Foundation of Canada (800) 387-4474, or to the charity of your choice. |
