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RAFAL, David – On Monday, December 12th, 2022 in Barbados. David Rafal, twin and best friend to the late Ruth Rafal Adler. Cherished brother and brother-in-law to Sheila and Leonard Pleet, Beatrice and Leonard Rosmarin, and Hy Adler. Devoted uncle to Chantal and Andy Jenicek, Nicole and Bruce Kinney, Danielle Rosmarin and Eric Allaire, Roselle Adler and David Zinman, Janina Pleet and the late Jason Issley, Joseph Pleet, Melodie Adler and David Teplitsky. Extraordinary great-uncle to William and Virginia, Jared, Leah, Brooke, Rachael, Anika and Max. He will be deeply missed by his many cousins, friends and neighbors. Born and raised in the Eastern Townships, David was the fourth child of the late Ella Rosengarten Rafal and Dr. Joseph Rafal. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from McGill University in 1970, and spent the first part of his career working in sales in Montreal, and later as a logistics manager in Brampton. He was an accomplished marathoner well into his seventies, and a proud torch-bearer for the 1988 Calgary Olympics. David pursued his passions for running, photography and wildlife during his many international travels. He also enjoyed full days in his backyard, cultivating varieties of roses, listening to classical music, reading or just taking in the sun. His gentle demeanor, thoughtfulness, and love of nature will be forever remembered by his family and friends. Funeral service from Benjamin’s Park Memorial Chapel on Friday, January 13th, 2023 at 12pm. Burial at the Community Section, Pardes Chaim Cemetary, Vaughn ON. Shiva private. Contributions in David’s memory may be made to The Terry Fox Foundation terryfox.org
Monday December 12 2022
benjamins park memorial chapel
Death notice for the town of: Toronto, Province: Ontario
death notice David Rafal Monday December 12 2022
obituaries notice David Rafal Monday December 12 2022
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of David Rafal Monday December 12 2022 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
