MARKOW, Andrew Michael - After a lengthy battle with cancer, on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Andrew passed away peacefully at home. Loving husband, friend and constant companion of Elena (Lena). Dear brother of Arlene and Adrienne, uncle of Nadya, great- uncle of Valya and her son Igor. He will be sadly missed by numerous students, friends and colleagues. Andrew will be remembered for his active participation as a leading contributor at the Royal Conservatory of Music and for his key role in designing the RCM piano curriculum used by thousands of students each year throughout Canada. He was also an Adjunct Professor at the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Funeral Home, 2357 Bloor Street West on Sunday, July 7, 2013 from 2-5 p.m. A Service will be held on Monday, July 8th at 11 a.m. A memorial service at the Royal Conservatory of Music will be planned in September 2013. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Royal Conservatory of Music or the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences can be made at: www.turnerporter.ca
Published in the Toronto Star on July 6, 2013