Esther Seltzer (Née Zinman)

Funeral Service: Friday, December 30, 2022 at 2:00 PM
Chapel Service
Shiva: Private Shiva. Please call Paperman & Sons for address.
Cemetery: Kehal Israel Memorial Park
Donations:
Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors,(514) 734-1825
Notes:
As per the family's request, masks are required during the service.

If you are unable to attend the funeral service in person, you may join it virtually on Friday, December 30 at 2:00 p.m.: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI44-JAG5dCDIjw49YmbZig/lives
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Linda Ackerman - 18 days ago

To Alan,Jane and Faith, so sorry to hear about Esther's passing. She was such a lovely lady and a wonderful artist too, may you always cherish your wonderful memories ....Linda Ackerman.

Hannah Weitzenfeld - 19 days ago

Dear Jane and Allan and families, our deepest condolences to our to you. Thank you for sharing this loving tribute. We are thinking of you through this difficult time. Love, Hannah and Josh

David Boles - 22 days ago

Dear Faith and family My condolence on the passing of your accomplished mom, Esther Seltzer.

Cheryl Avrich - 25 days ago

Dear Jane and family. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. What a lady! I read your beautiful tribute and see she was so accomplished and led a such a full and rich life. Lots of wonderful memories to take comfort in. Big hugs. Cheryl and Dan

Eleanor Sullivan - 26 days ago

My deepest sympathies to Jane , Allan and Faith. Your Mother was a special lady. I have known her most of my life and I have fond memories, too many to share. Her kindness to my mother will forever be in my heart. Love to you all, Eleanor (Globus)Sullivan

Jodi and Paul Sprackman - 26 days ago

Dear Allan, Mindy, Noah, Colin and Libby, Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. She was a lovely woman and it was always a pleasure to see her when she visited the west coast. We’re so sorry for your loss and hope that her memory and the time you spent together will bring you comfort. Love, Jodi, Paul, Lauren and Camille ❤️

Linda&Lawrence Zimmering - 26 days ago

Dear Seltzer family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of Esther. We will always remember her kind smile and her warm presence. She was greatly loved and will be missed. The enduring bond between her children and grandchildren is a reflection of the legacy she created. Sending our love to the family.

Lillian Satim - 27 days ago

Dear Jane and Family please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Esther. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May your memories give you comfort and may you be spared further sorrow. I will cherish our phone calls and time we spent in Florida. Lillian Satim

Joan Dennick - 27 days ago

My sincere condolences on the loss of you mother and grandmother. My late husband, Hyman, and I were friends with Esther and Lou since before we were married (over 60 years ago). I miss her company and painting with her.

Harriet and Howard Puritt - 27 days ago

Dear Alan, Faith and Jane. Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. She was quite a woman, I have memories of her taking her daily stroll up and down the street..not that long ago. She certainly had a full wonderful life. May all your beautiful family memories help you through these difficult times.

Stephen and Susan Goldbergg - 27 days ago

Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. Though we of course knew your mother before she moved to the Waldorf we had a lot of pleasant meetings with her while she was there . My mother Gertrude we believe , did enjoy her time with your mother.

Danielle Hazan Sultan - 27 days ago

Dear Faith, Jane and Allan, I was so vey sad to hear of the loss of your beloved mother, Esther. I have so many beautiful, fond memories of times spent together at your home on Ostell Crescent. Your mother was so talented, yet humble and gracious. I remember loving hearing her play the piano and adored admiring her beautiful paintings. She always welcomed everyone into your home with open arms and did everything to make you feel included included and special. I always marveled at the way your family carved out special time to spend holidays together, skiing and celebrating your family. I pray that your memories of her will help you get through these difficult moments. Sending you all my love, Danielle Hazan Sultan

Brian Saltzer - 27 days ago

Dear family It’s sorrowful to hear of Esther’s passing. My dad Joseph often spoke of her and Lou and the rich memories of their times together. Now an end of a family era.

Mildred Spivack - 27 days ago

Dear Faith, Jane, Allan and families, I am so saddened to read of your mother's passing. Although we haven't known each other very long, we had a good connection right away upon meeting. She was very special to me and I will surely miss her. May your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort during these difficult days. Please accept my sincere condolences Mildred

Andrew Gellert - 27 days ago

Dear Jane, Faith, Allan and the Entire Seltzer family... My deepest, Heartfelt sympathies & condolences for the loss of your Beloved Mom. Esther was truly a ONE-of-a-kind person... Exceptionally Kind, Understanding, Caring, Sociable, Artistic, Fun to be with... Know that I - and all those fortunate enough to have known and be loved by her - will Genuinely miss and Fondly remember Esther forever...

Louis Silver - 27 days ago

Dear Faith, Jane, Allan and family: I am sorry to hear of Auntie Esther’s passing. I have so many fond memories of her, of Uncle Lou, and of our families spending happy times together, especially at Passover Seders. Thanks Faith for putting me in touch with Auntie Esther this past year. Sending you condolences and love, Louis

Alan Dick - 27 days ago

Dear Allan, Faith, Jane and families. My sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. She was a very kind and gentle woman. I have memories of showing up at the golf club and always seeing your mom in different locations around the club with her easel and paint brush.

Joan Hazen - 27 days ago

Dear Faith and Family, I was saddened to learn of your mother's passing. I remember her fondly - her strong and vibrant personality and her honesty and openness. She was truly a modern mom. Thinking of you and hoping your many memories of your mom bring you comfort at this difficult time.

Israel Bonds Montreal - 27 days ago

To the family of the late Esther Seltzer, on behalf of the staff and management of Israel Bonds, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Esther. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May your memories give you comfort and may you be spared further sorrow. With our deepest sympathy, Israel Bonds/Canada-Israel Securities, Ltd.

Beverly Kramer Magil - 27 days ago

Dear Jane and Gabor, I am so saddened to read about the passing of your dear mother and mother-in law Esther. I would like to offer you my sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May the good memories sustain you at this difficult time and may you know no more sorrows. Beverly Magil

PATTI TAVEROFF - 27 days ago

Dear Jane and Gabor. We are so saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. We are thinking of you at this difficult time and hope the wonderful memories you have will give you strength and courage. Your mother leaves a beautiful legacy for her family. We wish you long life. Patti and Brahm

Janet Takefman - 27 days ago

Dear Allan, Mindy and family, I am saddened to learn of your mom’s passing. I did not have the pleasure of meeting her, but based on the kind, loving son she raised, I am sure she was a great role model to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren . No doubt she will be missed by many. Sending my deepest condolences.

Jeff Kotler - 27 days ago

Dear Allan, Mindy and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of mother Esther. I know your family since we were members at Green Valley. She was always there. I also enjoyed my golf game with you and Lou and then spent the rest of the day at Esther’s pool as it was known. I will miss her. Jeff and Marlene

Erica - 27 days ago

Dear Jane,Faith,Allan and Family, I am so deeply saddened to hear your moms passing. I remember spending so much time in your home and how gracious your mom was.She was always so sweet,friendly,and welcoming. I also remember her packing up her easel and going to the country club to paint,. She was a loving wife,mother,grandmother and great grandmother.She was an inspiration to all,she lived her life to the fullest.She never complained always a positive attitude.She will truly be missed. I hope that all your cherished memories will help you during this difficult time. Love, Erica and Billy Rotchin

Beverly Avrith Rabinovitch - 28 days ago

Dear Allan, Mindy and family my deepest condolences on your loss

Felicia & Andrew Gertler - 28 days ago

Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Esther. Cherish all the wonderful memories. Our thoughts are with you. Felicia, Andrew and Pauline Gertler

Debbie Cossever - 28 days ago

Alan and Mindy, please accept our sympathy on the loss of your mother. May you be comforted by all your wonderful memories. Debbie and Howard

Susan Farnell - 28 days ago

Dear Jane, Faith, Allen and families, I was so sorry to hear about Auntie Esther. I have such fond memories of her. Visiting with her when I was in Montreal. She was such a talented artist. I have several pictures she did including the portrait she did when I was 13 years old. She will be greatly missed. Susan

Rick Haichin - 28 days ago

Dear Jane and Gabor, We feel your sense of loss and sadness. It is a hard loss to bear. Your mother had a full and active life, and played an important role in your family's life. Cherish her memories and give thanks you could be with her so long. Hugs and condolences from Guittel and Rick

Breena Weller - 28 days ago

Dear Faith, Jane and Allan and spouses, I was very sad to learn of Auntie Esther’s sudden passing. I was very fond of her and was privileged to spend time with her as a little girl and later on in Montreal and Toronto. I admired her and was inspired by her art , music and general loveliness. All our love Breena Weller and Elizabeth Abrams

Shelley and Harold Wolkin - 28 days ago

Dear Cousins, Harold and I are so very saddened by the sudden loss of your beloved mother Esther. You are very blessed to have had her in your life for so many ,many years. May your memories give you some consolation at this time. Sending our love and virtual hugs . Shelley and Harold ❤️

Irving Rudy - 28 days ago

Dear Allan and Mindy, my most sincere condolences. May the happy memories of your mother/mother-in-law give you some comfort in the coming days.

Fern Slawson - 28 days ago

I am so sorry for your loss. Auntie Esther was the best aunt that anyone could ever wish for.

Mark Gans - 28 days ago

Dear Faith, Jane and Allan, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your wonderful mother. Esther and my Mother shared decades of good times as longtime members of the Ostell Crescent neighbourhood. May your fond memories give you some comfort during this difficult time. Warm regards, Mark Gans

Katherine & Moishe - 28 days ago

So sorry for your loss. Esther was a delightful lady!

Rosa and Puneet - 28 days ago

We are so sad to hear of the passing of such a wonderful and vibrant woman. She loved her family, was generous, very creative and had a sharp intellect. We will miss her.

Sharon Young - 28 days ago

Our deepest condolences to family. Esther was a beautiful soul very kind.

Anita Ilieff - 28 days ago

My deepest sympathy on the loss of such a fine gentle lady. Boca Raton, FL