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J. GRIECO Obituary
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for J. GRIECO
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Rigzin Dolkar
February 3, 2019
I was saddened to hear of Charless passing and offer my deepest condolences to Margaret and family.
Charless leadership of the Ontario Hostelry Institute was pivotal to its many contributions to the hospitality industry and in the fields of training and education. That the Institute survived thus far is also primarily due to the respect and admiration with which Charles was held by industry and educators. The Canadian Hospitality Foundation, managed by the Institute, benefitted from his unparalleled outreach into both these worlds and reached new heights in its fundraising and provision of scholarships to hospitality students.
On a personal note, I feel fortunate to have worked at the Institute during Charless tenure as chair of the organization. He was always most considerate and most supportive.
February 2, 2019
Sincere condolences to Margaret and your family. I was deeply saddened by the news of Charles passing. Always gracious, he was so committed to the hospitality industry and especially the next generations of professionals he was so dedicated to supporting. May you be comforted by many happy memories. Sincerely, Anne Sado
Amanda Holmes
February 1, 2019
Charles inspired so many with his passion for the industry and his zest for life - he will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies to Margaret and the family. May your many amazing memories carry you through the days ahead.
Jeff Crump
February 1, 2019
My condolences to Margaret and his family. Charles was a very influential mentor to me as a young chef looking to get more out of my career in the hospitality industry. His honesty and leadership was instrumental in the careers of so many. I will miss him sorely.
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Oliver Li
February 1, 2019
My thoughts are with Margaret and all the family!
Mr. Grieco, the Chefs' House looks so empty especially on Wednesdays when you would be here enjoying your lunch experience with our students. Often you would come with the leaders of our beloved industry. I felt your support, your guidance and mentorship, appreciate your straight to point constructive feedback because I know that you are very proud of The Chefs' House/George Brown College, and you want us to be even better. You will be dearly missed; I thank you forever from bottom of my heart for all the great moments we shared together. Rest in Peace, Mr. Grieco!
Oliver Li, CMC
Chef de Cuisine
Oliver Li
February 1, 2019
My thoughts are with Margaret and all the family!
Mr. Grieco, the Chefs' House looks so empty especially on Wednesdays when you would be here enjoying your lunch experience with our students. Often time, you come with the leaders of our beloved industry. I feel your support, love your guidance and mentorship, appreciate your straight to point constructive feedback because I know that you are very proud of The Chefs' House/George Brown College, and you want us to be even better. You will be dearly missed and I thank you forever from bottom of my heart for all the great moment we shared together. Rest in Peace, Mr. Grieco!
Oliver Li, CMC
Chef de Cuisine
The Chefs' House/George Brown College
William Pallett
February 1, 2019
My sympathies thoughts are with Charles and family. He was and will always be a formidable icon' in our industry. A pioneer in hospitality and tourism who has helped, through his various initiatives, to develop a view in Canada that this is truly a profession' and great contributor to the Canadian economy. His passion will live on through so many others that his reputation will be eternal.
February 1, 2019
Charles will be dearly missed. My condolences to Margaret, the family and to Katrin and the office staff. He was a true force in the industry and it was always such a pleasure working with him at the OHI/CHF galas.
Bethann Colle
Christine Chamberlain
February 1, 2019
My thoughts are with Margaret and all the family. Charles had a passion and a vision for the culinary and hospitality industries that will always be remembered. As a leader, friend and mentor, he was instrumental in the careers of so many in the industry. We are all better for his guidance. I will fondly remember picking up the phone and hearing him say "Madame".
Steven & Colleen Isherwood
February 1, 2019
He had a passion for the industry, in particular the OHI & CHF. Even when he was hospitalized, his zest for the OHI remained strong. He will be missed.
Gord Steventon
February 1, 2019
It is with a smile that I think of Charles. You succeeded sir. You affected me deeply and positively. You made me feel good about you, knowing you, working with you, working for you. J. Charles Grieco, you are the man, the ad guy', the marketer, the restauranteur, the visionary, the entrepreneur, and the mentor to me; and you did it all while being the father, the grandfather, and the husband. You maintained a busy schedule and set standards for us in terms of being there' in spite of what time had passed and what time threw in your path.
Susan and I send our deepest condolences to the wonderful Margaret and all the Grieco family.
Arleen Galano
February 1, 2019
We are so saddened by this news. We will miss you so much, Mr. G. No more morning visits to our office, no more daily voice messages for Chef H ...Rest in Peace, Mr. G
Peter and Ann Marie Higgins
February 1, 2019
Our sincere condolences Margaret and family. Charles indeed lived as per the Maya Angelou quote, always leaving us feeling better for having spoken with him. Be strong and know that he was loved and admired by so many.
Murray Webb
February 1, 2019
Charles has left a significant legacy to an Industry that now mourns his passing.I will miss his wry sense of humour and his complete dedication in support of the CHF/OHI.On behalf of Lyn and myself our sincere condolences to Margaret and the Grieco family.
Douglas Fisher
February 1, 2019
Charles was an Inspirational Leader in the hospitality industry and an early mentor of mine. He was passionate! He was one of a kind! We shall remember you always! Liz, Andy, Matt and I send our deepest condolences to the Margaret and the entire Grieco Family.
Myat Thazin
January 31, 2019
May you Rest In Peace Charles. Working for you ,OHI and CHF was an honour. I will forever remember my time with you in the office.My heartfelt condolences to Margaret and the family.
Klaus Tenter
January 31, 2019
Dear Grieco family, my sincere condolences on the passing of "Sir" Charles. I will never forget the lengthy luncheons and the trial dinners at the Four Seasons. Always fun. He was a perfectionist and a giant for our industry. He will be missed. RIP Charles, Klaus
Paul Glover
January 31, 2019
Charles Grieco understood Hospitality better than anyone. He lived it. He cared passionately about the Foodservice and Hospitality Industry and dedicated several decades to helping young people enter and succeed in the industry. Through the Ontario Hostelry Institute and the Canadian Hospitality Foundation, Charles was instrumental in helping to raise millions of dollars in scholarship funds for deserving university and college students across Canada. The Hospitality Industry has lost a giant. I was blessed to have him as a friend. My sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers are with Margaret and the Grieco family. God grant Charles eternal rest and peace.
Esther Lee
January 31, 2019
Charles was a passionate and totally committed hospitality industry spirit. Thank you for your tireless leadership and willingness to share your wisdom. Deepest sympathies to Margaret and the family.
Tony Cohen
January 31, 2019
I am terribly saddened by Charles' passing. Charles was an inspiration to many (present company included) and was able to raise the profile of the hospitality industry to previously unachievable and unattainable heights. His knowledge in the industry was second to none but it was the wit, wink and that incredible ability to be extremely forward and not mince words yet be completely charming and endearing at the same time. He was the ultimate leader and professional who motivated many young leaders, including myself. We bonded over the industry and untoward neighbours and I absolutely cherished my time with him. Moreover, I learned a great deal from what he said, did and by trying to replicate some of his actions Dear Charles you will be missed but your legacy is secure, both through your family and in our industry. My deepest and heartfelt condolences to Margaret and the entire family, whom he spoke about with such pride and admiration. Tony Cohen
John Walsh
January 31, 2019
Condolences to Charles' family. All my memories of Charles over many years are of a leader, an innovator, and a mentor to others.
Matt Butko
January 31, 2019
John and family, thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Charles was a very generous man who had a significant and positive impact on our industry. He will be missed!
Carolyn Clark
January 31, 2019
Charles was the heart and soul of the Canadian hospitality industry. His unwavering passion and commitment to celebrating excellence at the Gold Awards and to the education and development of our future industry leaders through the CHF and the OHI is unrivalled. Charles, you will be greatly missed but your legacy will live on forever. My deepest sympathy to Margaret and the family.
Hercilia Medeiros
January 31, 2019
Charles was a big part of my GBC years. Will always remember our almost daily conversations. My heartfelt and deepest condolences to Margaret, children and loved ones. He will definitely be missed in the Hospitality Industry. Rest in Peace Charles.
Jacques Seguin
January 31, 2019
We will miss you Charles. A true icon of our industry. I will always remember your gavel at the Gold Awards Dinner! Rest in peace.
Peter Oliver
January 31, 2019
Charles Grieco has been the standard-bearer of the Ontario Hospitality industry for over 40 years. We were blessed to have had him as our leader and mentor for so many years. Charles was indefatigable in his efforts to inspire young people about the generous, honourable and passionate nature of our vocation. He cared deeply about the restaurant business and his constant enthusiasm made us proud to be part of this noble profession.
Charles was the ultimate professional and like so many others, I was inspired by his example, his energy, his leadership and his caring for all of us. Charles mental energy was remarkable. He pushed us to aim higher and to do better.
We have lost a true hero, but such was Charles stature, that we will continue to feel his influence for many years to come. Charles Grieco was extraordinary.
Thank you, Charles Grieco, for all you did for us. We are so lucky, proud and grateful to have you be one of us.
To Margaret and the family, please accept the enormously heartfelt condolences of literally thousands of us who were inspired by your husband and father. Peter Oliver.
Michael Beckley
January 31, 2019
Charles lives on through his legacy to his wife Margaret, children and his Hospitality Industry family across this country and many other parts of the world, which he so loved. His dedication to young people knew no bounds and few industry icons can live up to what Charles has given back over so many years , he was not only respected but loved by all of us. Very Sincerely - Michael Beckley
Jan Westcott
January 31, 2019
Both Charles and his father, John, were good friends and great restauranteurs serving the people of Toronto exquisitely for many, many years. In fact, I would say La Scala was Toronto's finest fine dining establishment. My first date with my wife was dinner at La Scala and it was an auspicious beginning. A highly talented man possessing also grace, style and charm, he will indeed be missed.
Deborah Pratt
January 31, 2019
A sad time for Margaret & family and all who had the privilege of knowing Charles. He was a relentless champion of many causes and legendary with his efforts with the OHI where he kept the hospitality industry strong. He recognized past and present efforts and was always building for the future. Thank you for your support of Canadian VQA Wines and in particular for your strong support of Inniskillin when Donald, Karl and I were lucky to have you as one of our first ambassadors during those challenging, beginning years in the 70's.
I shall always picture Charles pounding his symbolic gavel at the Awards Dinner in his great determination to gather everyone's attention to the head table. Charles, you always had our attention in more ways than you will know.
Rudi Fischbacher
January 31, 2019
Charles, your dedication, passion and energy will be missed! You had a tremendous impact on students, alumni and the hospitality industry as a whole. Our condolences to the family from all of us at Humber College.
Anne Yarymowich
January 31, 2019
Charles will be deeply missed by all in the Hospitality Community. His mentorship, support, guidance and commitment have given me strength and inspiration throughout my career. I will always be grateful for all that he has share with me and so many of my colleagues. Rest in peace and pride.
Paul Cesario
January 31, 2019
had some interesting conversations over lunch, love his no nonsense approach........he has impacted my life in a positive way.....
Barbara Dunlop
January 31, 2019
I enjoyed our nutrition chats and his sense of fashion so much so that I bought my husband the same green watch plaid pants as he commented on them at a Brian Cooper GBC Christmas party. He really was a kind gentleman.
Deepest sympathy to his lovely wife and family
John Rothschild
January 31, 2019
Charles was a giant in the industry and an inspiration to me. His relentless pursuit of bringing the next generation into the hospitality industry through his wit, intelligence and wink is legendary and with out equal. He has truly made a difference. On a personal note, he did make a deep and important impact on my professional and personal life. He will be forever missed. I send my condolences to Margaret and his entire Family.
Katrin Zeuner
January 31, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to you Margaret and to the rest of the family. Wishing you all nothing but happy memories moving forward. He will always have a special place in my heart. It was an honour to have worked for him. May he rest in peace.
Jason Bangerter
January 31, 2019
Charles, you will be missed. Your work and passion for the development of hospitality professionals has strengthened and enriched the industry. Your kindness and encouragement will forever be remembered. Rest In Peace. JB
John Clappison
January 31, 2019
So sorry we will not be back in time to attend the visitation and service . We have great memories of an extraordinary restaurateur , next door neighbour , true Tory and good friend . Our sympathies are extended to Marg and the boys and their families .
John and Lynn Clappison
Bud Harvey
January 31, 2019
Charles will surely be missed within the industry. I had the pleasure of working with him in adjudicating scholarships and planning CHF and OHI events. His indomitable spirit was a testament to his passionate embrace of life.
Jim Kostuch
January 31, 2019
On behalf of myself and my late father Mitch Kostuch I send condolences to the family. Charles left a large Hospitality footprint that will be in the sand for many years to come.
Josef Ebner
January 31, 2019
Condolences on Charles passing to the Grieco family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Charles wasn't just an icon of our industry, he was a great humanitarian. May he rest in peace.
Karen Maguire
January 31, 2019
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Charles, on behalf of myself and Burnbrae Farms please know his legacy in our industry will continue - cherish your memories.
Annie Kwok
January 31, 2019
Charles will be sadly missed. Great mentor..greater role model.. greatest educator and teacher for the hospitality industry. Sincerest condolences, prayers for Margaret and the family.
Dario Guescini
January 31, 2019
Charles was an incredible mentor and an inspiration to the industry. His leadership and commitment to education will live forever.
Giovanni Dante
January 31, 2019
Rest In Peace dear friend, heartfelt condolences to the family.
Peter Rod
January 30, 2019
Thank you for your leadership, vision, generosity, and tireless efforts on behalf of so many. It was an honour to know you, to work alongside you, and to learn from you. Rest In Peace Charles.
Bruce McAdams
January 30, 2019
Charles was a good friend and a great man. He will be missed. Condolences to Margaret and the entire family..
Rosanna Caira
January 30, 2019
I am so saddened by Charles' passing. He was a wonderful man and a font of knowledge. His passion for the hospitality industry was beyond compare. He had an unwavering dedication to make the hospitality industry better and pushed all of us in the industry to reach higher, do better and give more. I always looked forward to our long conversations about what needed to be done to improve the hospitality industry! He will be missed by so many but his impact will never be forgotten!
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