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BORN

1937

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

Turner & Porter Funeral Directors

2357 Bloor Street West

Toronto, Ontario

Tess RESZETNIK Obituary

TESS RESZETNIK 1937-2022 Tess died peacefully at Dorothy Ley Hospice on Friday, December 23, 2022 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of Martin of 53 years, they shared a love that will last an eternity. Loving mother of Marty (Vicky), Ann Marie, Edward (Ann) and Michele (Steve); and adoring Nana to Alexandra, Katharine, Rebecca, Nicholas, Grace, Ryan, Ainsley and Brandon. Dear sister of Jennie, Ed (predeceased), Eileen and John; and Aunt Tessie to her many wonderful nieces and nephews. Born in Toronto to Andrew and Mary Wesolowski, Tess started her working career as an elementary school teacher; shortly thereafter meeting her husband, Martin, at a Valentine's Day dance. She loved to dance, spontaneously waltzing at family gatherings, singing to her children and grandchildren, and gracefully moving through life with kindness and an open heart to all. Tess cherished family time at her beloved cottage on Georgian Bay creating unforgettable memories, instilling a sense of familial strength, and always willing to share a private moment to listen. Tess enjoyed playing bridge with her many friends and was an avid reader with a keen interest in the world. She had a deep, spiritual faith which guided her throughout her life. Friends are welcome to call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W., at Windermere, east of the Jane Subway, on Wednesday, from 5-8 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 3055 Bloor St. W. on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 11 o'clock. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests considering a donation to Dorothy Ley Hospice www.dlhospice.org

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Dec. 31, 2022 to Jan. 4, 2023.

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Amy Zimmer

January 4, 2023

Sad to hear this news. Thinking of the family and especially Michelle. So sorry for your loss and sorry I couldn“t make the visitation.. sending you my good thoughts and condolences. xox
Amy (Rzadki) Zimmer

Richard Joch

January 2, 2023

Tess was a like a ray of sunshine, so positive and friendly every time we met. She will be missed dearly.
Please accept our sincere condolences from the entire Joch family.

Rev. John Vetere

December 31, 2022

Fondly remembered by Fr. John Vetere. We taught together in the Religious Education program at Our Lady of Sorrows. Tess was always innovative, cheerful and loving as a teacher. May she rest in eternal peace. JV

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Memorial Events
for Tess RESZETNIK

Jan

5

Memorial Mass

11:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church

3055 Bloor St. W., ON

Funeral services provided by:

Turner & Porter Funeral Directors

2357 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6S 1P4