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1932
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2020
ALEXANDER BANKUTI Obituary
BANKUTI, ALEXANDER Born December 12, 1932, passed away in Bolton, Ontario on January 31, 2020, when he ascended to "The Racetrack in Eternal Paradise", at the age of 87. Alex, a very proud father and husband; leaving behind his wife Noreen and children Tibor (deceased) Zoltan, George, Victoria and Andrew. A brother to Elizabeth and Charlie (deceased) and a 'Papa' to many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Alex was Born In Hungary and immigrated to Canada in 1956. He migrated to Toronto. Where he met his late wife Edith and established a large and supportive family. He began employment as a bakery driver, taxi driver, as well as being a horse groom at Greenwood Racetrack. Eventually his true passion took over and established himself as a horse trainer with his horses acquiring him over 800 wins in his career. His life was full of vigor and passion. A Master of chess, rummy and song, until developing Alzheimer's. We will greatly miss his presence and invite you to attend our Celebration of His Life, on March 3, 2020, between 2-6 p.m. at The Brickyard BBQ (Banquet Room) at 120 North Queen St., Etobicoke.
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Published by Toronto Star on Feb. 22, 2020.
Memories and Condolences
for ALEXANDER BANKUTI
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Robert Szakonyi
April 22, 2023
It has been over 50 years since my mother and I were welcomed to stay with with the family at their Euclid home, a full life experience with fond memories of the racetrack and the restaurant as well. Love to all.
Robert
March 7, 2020
Sincere condolences to his family.he was a great person. Muriel and dave Davis
Marvyn Williams
February 23, 2020
My thoughts and prays are with you,Victoria and your family, with your father's passing.
Victoria Bankuti
February 23, 2020
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