Isaac (Issie) Shiroky

Peacefully on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at the age of one hundred and two. Most beloved husband of the late Jenny. Cherished father of Peter and Odile Shiroky, Joy and Steven Lawee, Dr. Jane Skelton and the late Dr. Jeffrey Shiroky. Proud and respected Zaida of Dr. Jonah Shiroky and Dr. Sangita Sequiro, Ben Shiroky and fiancée Claire Ballentine; Erica Lawee and William Beresford, Michelle Lawee; David Shiroky and Genevieve Dale, Dr. Jennifer Shiroky and Perry Kochavi, Diana Shiroky and Thomas Bennett. Adored Big Zaida of Zev and Penny Kochavi, Naomi Shiroky, and Lazer lsaac Beresford. Predeacesed by his siblings and their spouses Ray and Carl Ship, Mary and Myer Kaminsky, Annie and Joe Bogoroch. Dear brother-in-law of Nathan and the late Lila Brotman, the late Selma and the late Peter Corobow. Beloved uncle to his many nieces and nephews.

Isaac was born in Romania in 1922. In 1926, he arrived in Canada with his parents Hinda and Samuel and sisters Ray and Mary. His baby sister Annie was born soon after.

Issie’s love and devotion to his wife Jenny was truly inspiring and he never stopped missing her. He gave his love with his whole heart and never expected anything in return. He took interest in those he loved most and would make sure to ask them about their lives, work, education, families and their friends. When he had the opportunity, he would encourage them with his wise and thoughtful opinions. Issie was so appreciative of any visits, calls, cards or gestures. He was always grateful.

We are so incredibly thankful for the wonderful care and love shown to him by Josie Salvacion and Vincent Manzano. Special thanks to Michelle Esteban who was by his side for eight years, and to all the other devoted caregivers who helped let Isaac live out his life at home with dignity.

Graveside service on Friday, August 16 at 12:00 noon at the Dorshei Emet Reconstructionist Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at his home Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to the Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors, (514) 734-1825.

We will never be ready to say goodbye and will miss him every day.