Walter Wai Tsang TSANG

Walter's family is heartbroken to announce his passing on May 31, 2024, at the Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, just following his 88th Year. He passed away peacefully in the presence of his son, Gregory; his future daughter-in-law, Katerina; sister, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, future in-laws and caregivers. Walter was predeceased by his beloved wife, Irene, whom he married in 1965, whom he deeply loves. They were married for over 56 years. Walter and Irene will be dearly missed by their only child and son, Gregory. Walter was the beloved son of the late Yuk Kee Tsang and Chak Shun Lau; and brother of Lily, Stephen, Alfred and Rhonda. He will also be missed by his sisters-in-law, Mabel, Mary Anne, and Florence; and his nephews and nieces. Walter was a devoted Christian, elder in his church, a devoted husband, father, teacher, and pioneer. He was fluent in English, French, Cantonese and Mandarin and often asked to MC weddings and to attend meetings with Government officials. He enjoyed tennis and basketball. He very much enjoyed travelling to destinations with his wife and son. He liked to discuss politics and often spoke highly of his meeting with former Prime Minister, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, and his interactions with the Right Honourable Paul Martin, whom his son, Gregory, worked for. Walter immigrated to Canada in 1965 and completed his studies at McGill University. He went on to have a distinguished career in the federal public service for over 30 years. Walter facilitated the immigration of his father, mother, and siblings to Canada in 1965, the same year he married his wife, Irene. Visitation will take place at Mount Pleasant Funeral Centre (375 Mount Pleasant Rd.) on Saturday, June 15th, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., followed by a service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Burial to follow in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.