Zelda Mayoff Obituary
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Bonnie
March 30, 2025
It was always so difficult to say goodbye. We talk about you and visit every time in MTL. We all miss the two of you immeasurably. xo
B.C.D.O.
July 1, 2016
love you mommy. My kids and I miss you to no end. Life just isn't the same without you around. I try and live by your morals and values but there was only one you. Your pictures align my hallways, wallet, ledges and my mind. You are remembered every second of every day. We talk about you all the time and thank god for the time and comfort you gave to us all. Forever with love and thanks.
Zelda with Oliver, Daryl and Cory
April 3, 2015
Mayoff Family
August 14, 2010
CARD OF THANKS
The Family of the late
ZELDA MAYOFF
Wishes to express deep gratitude to our dear relatives and friends for their support during this sad time.
Your comforting words, through cards, visits, as well as charitable donations and Shiva meals were truly appreciated.
Zel's memory will remain forever dear to us all.
Please accept this as our personal thank you.
Sol, Donna, Robert, Doug & Cynthia, Richard, Bonnie, Sidney and families
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Harley Dean Mayoff
August 14, 2010
My personal message accompanying grandma on her new journey...
Dear grandma,
You're a beautiful person, no doubt, and any on earth would say with reason...a giver, a lover, never a hater.
I never really knew you or at least don't remember you in your prime, but i heard and still even in your unhealthy stages of life know what a magical woman you were.
Now after being freed from your pain that you had suffered for the past few years, i am positive you will be a beautiful angel in heaven.
I love you grandma *kisses blown*
Harley Dean Mayoff
Suzie Litwin
August 13, 2010
Hi Richard,
I'm not quite certain if I sent u my sympathies in lieu of ur loss. I read the family's thank you card in the Gazette today. Nevertheless, I'm sorry for ur loss and I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to you and ur family. Take care and be well. I'm sure I will be seeing in September some time. Always, Suzie and Allyn Litwin.
Ruth Fein
July 29, 2010
Dear Saul and family,
I was very saddened to learn of Zelda's passing.
I will always have fond memories of a very special lady.
I know this is a very difficult time for you all and I pray that the sadness in your hearts be lessened day by day.
Kindly accept my deepest sympathy,and I wish you all long life and good health.
Fondly,Ruth Fein
Gloria,Brian,Richard Halpern (nee Gottlieb)
July 29, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of one of mom's dearest friends-Zelda.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.May she rest in peace.
Fondly,Gloria,Brian,Richard Halpern(nee Gottlieb)
Harriet & Murray Waxman
July 29, 2010
Dear Sol,
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family on the loss of dear Zelda.
We will always remember her as being soft spoken,kind and compassionate and a very lovely wife and mother.
Could anyone have cared more for Lori?
She was totally remarkable.
Sincerely,
Harrriet & Murray
Yair Szlak -Federation CJA
July 29, 2010
Dear Doug & Cynthia,
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear mother & mother-in-law,Zelda.My sincerest sympathies to you and your family.Please accept my heartfelt condolences and the hope that you find strength at this difficult time.
Yair
Alexandra Marcovitch
July 29, 2010
Beloved Family,
I am saddened by the loss of my dear,dear Zel-but know that it was time for her to leave. So sorry I couldn't be there to share your saddness with you.My thoughts and prayers were with you.
Much Love,
Alex(Bunny)
Sari & Isidore Greenbaum
July 28, 2010
Dear Doug & Cynthia,
We were saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved Mother Zelda...as you know,all of us are hurt when we lose a loved one...
We hope you will find the strength to carry on as she would have wished.
Her legacy lives on in her children & grandchildren.
Special warm thoughts to David & Ricky.
Sari & Isidore Greenbaum
Sybil & Bernie Rodman
July 28, 2010
For The Mayoff Family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Zelda!
Nothing could erase my memories of the "good old days," and I will forever be grateful for her "Match-Making". Imagine,there wouldn't be twelve of us,if not for my special star!!!
Take care of each other-all of you!
Much Love,Bernie & Sybil Rodman
Gersha
July 28, 2010
Dear Donna,
We are all so sorry for your loss.
We wish for you and your family to be spared further sorrow.
All of our prayers are with you.
Gersha,MAx,HEath,Elissa,Naomi
Judi & Aaron Gelber
July 28, 2010
Dear Doug,Cynthia and Family-
Thinking of you as you mourn the loss of your dear mother. Hopefully loving, cherished memories will be a comfort at this time. May the beautiful qualities of her life endure forever in the hearts of those who loved her.
Our sympathies to your Dad and and siblings.
Fondly Judi & Aaron Gelber
Jill Kipnis
July 27, 2010
Uncle Sol, Donna, Robert, Richard, Douggie and Bonnie,
I am so sorry to hear of Auntie Zelda's passing. I will always remember her as a loving elegant lady who was always so warm to me. My thoughts are with all of you.
Love,
Jill
Janie Besner
July 26, 2010
Hi Rich,
Just heard about your Mom's passing. I am so sorry to hear and thinking of you all.
One thing can be said...that she is at peace and in a better place :)
If there is ANYTHING... anything you need me to do for you...please let me know.
I am just a call away.
xxooxoxox tons,
J
Tommy Groszman
July 26, 2010
Tommy Groszman July 10 at 1:20am
Oh Rich, I am so sorry about your Mom. Suffering is the worst, and so hard for the family. Sounds like you guys are giving the best support you can. Life is sometimes not easy, we are tested, and hopefully for a good reason. All my love to you and your family and if there is anything I can do, if only a talk or walk please let me know. I know we don't see each other much but I consider you a brother. Love T.
Heidi Miller Wiseman
July 26, 2010
Heidi Miller Wiseman July 11 at 10:10pm
Hi Richard. I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of your mom. She went through so much. May she now rest in peace? She deserves not to suffer anymore. Take care, Heidi
Mindy Shear
July 26, 2010
Mindy Shear July 12 at 8:44am
Hi Richard,
My mother just told me the news about your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time,
Mindy and Family
Marion hecht
July 26, 2010
Marion Hecht July 13 at 5:48pm
Hi:
I heard that your mother passed away and I am thinking of you and all your brothers and sisters and sending my love and condolences..........Marion
Terry Gampel
July 26, 2010
Teresa Gampel July 15 at 12:48pm
I know how hard it is to lose a loved one... God Bless Your Mother, I'm sure she had a easy trip to the other side. Deepest Sympathies to your family. Eddy said it was a beautiful funeral...take care, love Terry
Nadia Medynski
July 26, 2010
Nadia Medynski July 20 at 3:29pm
Although a little late & I do apologize for that, Joe & I extend our heartfelt condolences. May you find peace and comfort in the warm memories of happy times spent in the company of a such a wonderful mom. I was 28 when I lost mine but I know how happy she must be now and still today feel her guidance. If you ever need an ear, I am but a phone call/email away.....Nad xo
July 24, 2010
Dear Bonnie,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. I remember her from Hillsdale and she was always so sweet to me.
Heart felt sympathies,
Janet Schreiber
Jennie
July 23, 2010
Dear Donna,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family during your time of loss.
Your mother's kind and loving nature will live forever through you.
Please know that you are very much in our thoughts.
Love Jennie & Jim (Roman's sister)
Carol
July 23, 2010
Dear Uncle Sol,
I have such pleasant memories of my wonderful aunt Zelda. I hope it gives you some degree of comfort to know that my memory of her is of a beautiful, energetic, loving, generous human being.
Love Carol, Mark, Carly, Josh
Steve Abrahams
July 23, 2010
Sol & family,
Zelda's warmth & generosity will be sorely missed.
Steve Abrahams
Ronna Gold Kizner
July 23, 2010
Dear Solly, Donna, Robert, Dougie, Richard and Bonnie,
I was deeply saddened to hear about your recent loss. Auntie Zelda was truly one of my most favorite people. Her warmth, kindness, caring and gentle demeanor will always be fondly remembered by me.
She was truly a remarkable woman who will always hold a special place in my heart.
I will miss her.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time,
With affection,
Ronna Gold Kizner
Phyllis & Phil Tanny
July 23, 2010
Dear Saul and family,
We wish to extend our most sincere & heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear zelda. She was a true lady in every sense of the word.
It is always so difficult to lose a loved one, but memories they leave behind are to be cherished forever.
Take care. Long life to you and your dear family.
Fondly,
Phyllis & Phil Tanny
Leonard Schwartz
July 23, 2010
Dear Donna,
I was very sorry to hear about Zelda. She was the nicest, kindest, smartest person I have ever known.
Truly an exemplary life. I will always be grateful for her care and attention to my father late in his life.
Please convey my condolences to your dad, Bonnie, and your brothers.
Much love,
Cousin Lenny
Stan&Tina Leibner
July 22, 2010
So sorry to hear about your Mom.Our thoughts are with you.
Stan & Tina
Togetherness
July 22, 2010
The Kiss
July 22, 2010
Outside 325
July 22, 2010
Rich & Mom
July 22, 2010
Mom & Dad
July 22, 2010
Mom Blowing out Candles 83'rd
July 22, 2010
Family
July 22, 2010
Doug & Mom
July 22, 2010
Donna & Mom
July 22, 2010
Ashley & Mom
July 22, 2010
Dad & Mom
July 22, 2010
Ashley & Mom
July 22, 2010
July 22, 2010
Bonnie,
I want to extend to you my deepest sympathies on your mother's passing. She certainly was a remarkable woman who left a very large imprint on your whole family. She did not deserve the failing health years she had at the end. You all spoke so beautifully of her. Really, very warm tributes to a real fine lady who was so good and generous to others (very giving. You'll forever have beautiful memories.
Bernard Gotlieb, C.S.L. Quebec
Grandma with Daryl & Oliver Aug. '07
July 22, 2010
Grandma with Cory & Bonnie July '07
July 22, 2010
Mommy with Rob & Bon June '07
July 22, 2010
Zel with Sid, Marilyn, Ashley, Daryl & Bonnie April '07
July 22, 2010
Zel with Shirley Waxman April '07
July 22, 2010
July 22, 2010
July 21, 2010
July 21, 2010
Dear Bonnie,
I heard today from my parents that your mother passed away; I'm so sorry. I remember your mom as a warm and kind woman....and I know how difficult its been for you as her health began to fail. I hope it helps you to know that your old friend from childhood thinks fondly of the days I played with you on Dufferin Road, under the watchful eye of your mother!. I remember spending time with you and your parents not that long ago (maybe three years??) and introduced you to my twins, Noa and Danny (now six and a half years old). Our youngest, Maya, will be four in September. Your mother was extremely gracious and interested in knowing where life had taken me.
Anyways, my friend, I just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you at this difficult time.
Linda Scherzer
your daughter, Donna
July 21, 2010
Mom ...
I love you so, but you must go
To a tranquil place we all know
With a broken heart, I must say good-bye
We'll meet again when I'll be by your side
I was truly blessed to have the best
My mom, my friend, nothing less
The love and devotion you have shown
Made for me a happy home
Your home cooked meals were sheer delight
The delicious baked goods done just right
You were always there for all of us
Through thick and thin, when times were tough
Your giving and unselfish ways
Made for many happier days
Hospital visits and lunches out
You chauffeured friends round about
I cherish the time we had together
I will love you forever
You have left a legacy
We will all remember
- Donna
Robert Hall
July 21, 2010
Doug,
I am terribly sorry for your loss to you personally and your family.
When someone is suffering it is sometimes good news to hear they have moved on to a peaceful better place. Moms are great.
Robert Hall-Greenshields Pt. Ste.Agathe des Monts
Fran Wiseman
July 21, 2010
Dear Doug,
I thought you might be back in the office by now and I wanted to write to you to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. I know what it feels like to lose someone close to you and I am truly sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Fran Wiseman
Evelyn Jerassy Black
July 20, 2010
For the past 25 years, Grandma Zelda always welcomed me into her home with a smile, kiss and the warmest hug. I truly loved her and I will really miss her.
It was great to see all the cousins have so much fun together the past week. My kids enjoyed playing and catching up with them all tremendously.
Xoxo ev.
Doug & Mom at Doug's 50th 2002
doug mayoff
July 20, 2010
richie & mom
doug mayoff
July 20, 2010
mom & dad at Doug's 50th 2002
doug mayoff
July 20, 2010
Bonnie & her 3 kids with Grandma & Grandpa
Doug Mayoff
July 20, 2010
David Black & family with Grandma & Grandpa
Doug Mayoff
July 20, 2010
Doug Mayoff
July 20, 2010
Mom,Dad and their 5 children
Doug Mayoff
July 20, 2010
Robert & Mom
Doug Mayoff
July 20, 2010
Grandma with Chelsea,Dylan & Harley
Doug Mayoff
July 19, 2010
Mom with Donna,Roman & Harley
Doug Mayoff
July 19, 2010
Kathy CKBJ
July 19, 2010
Hi Doug
My condolences on the passing of your mother.
Kathy
Robert Schnarch
July 19, 2010
To all the Mayoff family,
My deepest condolences.
Robert
David Klineberg
July 19, 2010
Doug,
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
David
Shawn Wax
July 19, 2010
Hi Doug
I just returned from a trip and Ron told me of your Mother's passing. I just wanted to express my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely
Shawn
Laki Pappas
July 19, 2010
Hi Doug,
I was at your office yesterday and heard about the passing of your mother.
I would like to convey my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Laki Pappas
Sheldon Ghetler
July 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Love,
Shel
Danny Lavy
July 19, 2010
I am so sorry ...you did everything ...I am so sorry ....
Danny
Howard Michaels
July 19, 2010
Hi Doug
I am so sorry to hear this. Jaynee and I want to expend our deepest condolences to you and your entire family.
Howard and Jaynee
Michael Chaimberg
July 19, 2010
My heart is with you and our hearts are with you and your family.
Michael
Hillel Greenbaum
July 19, 2010
Dougie, my deepest condolences to u and ur family. In particular, please mention to Sol, I am thinking of him. May your mother's memory be a Blessing, and may she rest in peace. I trust u and your family will find peace and healing in the days ahead. Hillel
Sally
July 19, 2010
My dear doug
My sincerest condolences to you and your family.
My heart and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
It does not matter what age they are it is still a big loss!
Be strong for your family.
I am thinking of you and if there is anything that I can do to help, Even just talking I am there.
You are a wonderful man and an amazing son.
You mother must be so proud of her children
With love and respect
Sally
Allan Coopersmith
July 19, 2010
Dear Doug and Family Mayoff.
We were all so very saddened to hear of thé passing of your Cherished mother,wife and grandmother. She will always be Remembered as thé kind and élégant and wise lady who touched everyone who met her in a most profound way. We Know how difficult this past year has been for all of you and we truly wish that your family be spared future sorrow.
Allan, nathalie, Ryan, Lauren, Jenny, Maude and janie.
Charlie Giser
July 19, 2010
Hi Doug,
My sincere condolences. Robert called me this morning to let me know. It was a very emotional call. I spoke to your father as well.
Chuck
Kornbluth Family
July 19, 2010
Dear Doug,
Both Jeremy and Ronnie just informed me of the passing of your beloved mother. I know how close you were with her and how sad this must be for you. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family at this time and may you have no more sorrow. Judi
Aunt Doris
July 19, 2010
To my dear Nephew Doug and all your siblings,
Your mother meant more to me than you will ever know. It is with many tears that I write you trying to express my deepest sympathy to all of you and to my brother, your dear Dad.
I know in all the years that have past, we have not been as close as I would have liked. Especially since my own mother passed away 14 years ago. I remember how you visited her always at Maimonides, you and Cynthia. Please let me try to be a part of the family once again. There is a lot of history and my love for all of you has not diminished one bit.
Your loving Aunt Doris
eddy&Heleena Wiltzer
July 19, 2010
We are sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved Mother, we extend our condolences to your entire Family .
Eddy&Heleena
Albert Giosi
July 19, 2010
Dear Doug ,
May all the warm memories shared with your mom, help lighten your sorrow.
Our most heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Grace & Albert
Catherine Kuo
July 19, 2010
Dear Doug,
I am so sorry to hear this sad news, she is such a nice lady, it is a great loss to all of us. I still remember that she and you picked me (and other members) up at the airport on my first visit to Montreal …
With my deepest Sympathy,
Catherine
Linda Schacter
July 19, 2010
Doug,
I'm so sorry to hear ur news. I'm sure she took great comfort in knowing that u are there to rely upon. Please send my wishes on to richard. Xo Linda
Rosalie&Gary Mintz
July 19, 2010
I just got the e mail from Ricky. Rosalie and i extend our deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother.
Love
Rosalie & Gary
Morton Spector
July 19, 2010
Doug,I am very sorry and sad to read this but was expecting it after our conversation.Please convey my sincere sympathy to your Father and your siblings.Sincerely,Morty
Eileen&Laurent Pelletier
July 19, 2010
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother.
May the future hold only good things.
Eileen and Laurent Pelletier
Thomas Stoll
July 19, 2010
Hi Doug,
My sincere condolences to you & family, on the passing of your dear Mother.
I know how special Mothers are, and I fear the day when I have to say goodbye to mine.
Thank-you for considering me as friend and letting me know of the funeral.
I am sorry that I was not able to attend, as I was in Toronto Monday & Tuesday.
I can only imagine that her children & grand-children made it a final lasting memory.
May she rest in peace.
Please extend my sympathies to your Father, brothers & sisters, Cynthia & your children.
Kind regards,
Thomas
Henry Karp
July 19, 2010
Doug,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your mother.
Please extend my sympathies to your family.
Yours truly,
Henry
Robert&Marla Oringer
July 19, 2010
Doug,
Marla and I are living in NYC for the summer. We heard that you lost your Mom and wanted to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to pay a visit to you during the Shiva, but we are thinking about you at this time.
Best Regards,
Robert and Marla
Charles&Grace Chen
July 19, 2010
Dear Doug,
We are sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. Our condolences go to you and your family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Love,
Charles and Grace
Jerry Chaimberg
July 19, 2010
Doug, sorry for your loss. I applaud how you have orchestrated family, doctors, care-givers, running your own family, and a business…….with always an eye and ear overlooking the welfare of your Mom and Dad. You are truly a great Son, Brother, and Father. Your family should be proud to have a leader like you. Looking forward to our next hug!
Love Jer
July 17, 2010
Zelda was a sweetheart and as I look back over the many years of the relationships that abounded between the Cohen and Mayoff families, I can honestly say that Zelda was like the "Rock of Gibraltar" for everyone. I will miss her, and I know she will be missed by her family and by anyone and everyones life she touched. Maureen Cohen
Eileen Cohen-Kokin
July 14, 2010
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I was fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to see Zelda within the last few months. As always I got a huge smile, a kiss and it warmed my heart just as it did while growing up. Doug often referred to my father (the late Dr.Robert H. Cohen) as 'Father's knows best' but guess what; there should have been a show called 'Zelda knows best'. A most elegant, warm and genuine woman with all the social graces one could only admire and try to aspire to. Zelda often told me stories of my late mother while feeding me candy from that famous kitchen cupboard. I agree with Elliott, Zelda was the ideal mother we all needed and wanted. The world needs more Zelda's.
Cheryl Nash
July 14, 2010
My dearest, sweetest Auntie Zelda,
Finally, you are past your pain and suffering, and for that I am grateful.
You just can't imagine how many fond memories I have of you, and these will be treasured in my heart forever.
Your loving niece, Cheryl
Zelda Mayoff June 13,1923 - July 11,2010
Mayoff Family
July 14, 2010
Ruth Saul
July 13, 2010
Robert, I remember your mother so fondly. When we were in our teens, it was the first time you had invited me to your house and being a very shy kid your mom was so welcoming and warm that I remember this sweet memory of her to this day.
Sue and Art Mayoff
July 13, 2010
Sol, Donna, Robert, Doug, Richard, and Bonnie,
Our deepest condolences on Zelda's passing. We have fond memories of the family reunion in Montreal in 1995 when we had the opportunity to be the recipient of your hospitality and chat at length with many of you. And I still remember the famous Cousins' Club gathering in 1955.
We think about you often.
(PS: Carol Myers, please contact me)
Olga Wiseman
July 13, 2010
She was delightful and unpretentious,
always so friendly. All of us felt so comfortable in her presence. She loved her family most of all. I can just imagine how hard her passing is on all of you. We think and talk of you often.
We are so sorry for your loss.
With all our love, Olga and Murray.
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