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John DeSipio Obituary
1947 - 2015
On Thursday, January 22, 2015, John DeSipio, 67, passed away after a six-month illness, comforted by the enormous outpouring of love and support of many wonderful friends and colleagues. John was a Partner Emeritus in the Toronto law firm of Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP, having recently retired after a 40-year career. John was most proud of his 42-year marriage to his best friend, Janis and of their two daughters, Alison and Laura. He was the younger brother of Nick, of Victoria Harbour. John's unique sense of humour will be fondly remembered by all. He was often irreverent, but always kind-hearted, loyal and generous. Cremation has taken place and John will be interred at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, alongside his parents, Nick and Norah DeSipio and his beloved Auntie, Sue Kisby. A celebration of John's life will take place on Friday, January 30, 2015, at 3:00 p.m., with visitation from 2:00 p.m., at Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. E., Toronto. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Pathways to Education Regent Park or the Alzheimer Society of Ontario. Online memories, service and donation details available through www.etouch.ca
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Memories and Condolences
for John DeSipio
9 Entries
February 6, 2015
To All the DESIPIO FAMILY,,,,Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your wonderful husband and Father. John and I shared many wonderful memories as teenagers, while we spent time with many friends at Wymbolwood Beach,in Georgian Bay. I will always remember John's smile and his laughter,as he was a cherished friend to all of us. May all John's Family be Blessed
with strength and peace at this time.
Blessings, Mrs. Lynda Thain,Tottenham, Ont.
nee,,,Lynda Corbett.
Stacy and Eric Glass
February 6, 2015
Our hearts go out to you on the loss of your husband. His humour and warmth will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
February 5, 2015
I remember John from both working with him at Imperial Oil, and from going with him to see his beloved Blue Jays while sitting in his seats above the visiting team dugout. I have a picture of him from a golf tournament that brings smiles to my face. I always appreciated his sense of humour. I take solace that his memory will live on with the scholarship at the U of T law school. My condolences go out to Janis and his two girls - your husband and father touched many people.
mimi Hollenberg
January 31, 2015
Dear Janis, Allison and Laura,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the death of your beloved husband and father. With affection, Mimi Hollenberg
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January 28, 2015
Ali,
Peter and I extend our heartfelt prayers and condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time and pray that the support and love of family and friends eases the pain and allows you all to cherish the memories of the life you had with your father. Peter and Heather Blachford
Steve and Joanne Quinn
January 27, 2015
Janis, to you and your girls, we extend our deepest heartfelt condolences while remembering fondly a man that was quick to make everyone smile, laugh and feel heartfelt joy just by being near him. Rest in Peace Dipper (and keep an eye on your beloved Blue Jays for us)!
January 27, 2015
Janis: My deepest sympathies. I hope your memories comfort you at this time.
Anna Carso (Venditti)
January 27, 2015
So sad to hear of the passing of this wonderful man. He truly was and is the salt of the earth. You will be deeply missed. Brenda Forbes
Judy Armstrong
January 27, 2015
You made me laugh for so many years and now my heart is broken. I'll never forget you. Take care of Aunty and Binky.
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