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Ethel HARRIS Obituary

ETHEL SARAH HARRIS Ethel Sarah Harris (Brody), in Toronto, in her 92nd year. Dearly beloved wife of the late Milton E. Harris (2005). Predeceased by her parents, Mary and Joseph Brody; her sister, Deborah Klotz (Brody); and her daughter, Miriam. Devoted mother of Judith and Tony, Naomi and Boulaye, and David and Rebecca. Proud grandmother of Sara, Mouna, Hannah, Issa, Eli, Rachel, and Abigail. Much loved aunt of Robin, John, and Wendy Harris, Lionel Klotz and Marion Rappaport. A passionate music-lover, life-long scholar, poet, artist and writer who lived life with love and intensity. Many thanks and appreciation to our mother's loyal caregivers, Josie, Gloria, Kamla, and Jovie. The family wishes to extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Charles Tator who supported our mother in her last years with love and compassion. As it says in Proverbs: A woman of valour, her worth is far beyond rubies. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the funeral and shiva will be private. Donations in memory of Ethel may be made to the Regent Park Reading Program by cheque made payable to Toronto Kiwanis Boys and Girls Clubs, noting RPRP in the memo line or online at https://www.bgctk.org/donate/. Under the fund drop-down menu, select Regent Park Reading Program.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from May 14 to May 18, 2021.

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Marie Suddaby

May 19, 2021

Deepest sympathy you loved her cottage in Muskoka

Joshua Boldt

May 16, 2021

Ethel's exemplary support to the Regent Park Reading Program reached so many lives and will continue to do so in the future. It was my career highlight to work with Ethel and her family. I will be forever grateful for the opportunities Ethel made possible for so many lives including my own. Ethel's integrity and intuition had tremendous impact on the lives of so many. I will remember her as loving and compassionate. On behalf of the Regent Park Reading Program and my family, we celebrate Ethel and the legacy that nurtured so many.

Our deepest condolences.

Adrian Hamilton

May 15, 2021

I am beyond grateful to have met Ethel. The opportunities she’s created for children, teenagers, myself, and the Regent Park community as a whole are beyond what words can describe. Her selflessness and devotion to the Regent Park Reading Program was instrumental to my growth. Her support will without a doubt have a lasting impact.

I send my sincerest condolences to her family & loved ones.

Wyatt Burke

May 15, 2021

It was my pleasure to have known Ethel. Please know her kindness has impacted so many children in the Regent Park community, and without a doubt she has left the world a better place. We will be missing you, Ethel. We will keep you in our hearts and minds, always. My sincere condolences to her loved ones.

Joanne Menard

May 15, 2021

I have so much gratitude and love for Ethel. She has supported our Reading program for over 10 years. Over 500 children have grown in their learning and love for reading because of Ethel’s generosity and support. I want to send our love and condolences to Ethel’s family. I thank you so much for sharing her with us. With joy. Joanne Menard RPRP.

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Marco Fiola, Principal, Glendon College

May 14, 2021

On behalf of Glendon College (York University), I would like to extend my most sincere condolences to the Harris and Brody families. May the many fond memories of her always be a blessing.

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