GRIMBLY, Owen Peter - Passed away peacefully on January 16, 2021, at the age of 90 at Bridgepoint Active Healthcare in Toronto.
Born in Toronto in 1930 to Russian immigrants Maria Tsun and Fred Zhelka and named Peter Tsun, he was later adopted by Dorothy and Harry Grimbly and renamed Owen Peter Grimbly.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Patricia (née Doyle) in 1989. Survived by his long-time partner Mickey Alexander and his sister Joan Grainger.
Happiest when surrounded by family, the "Big O" is lovingly remembered by his children Susan (Ian), Kathryn (Ken), Michael (Morgan), Paul (Cathy), David, Peter (Julie), Mary (Michael), and Jackie (Peter).
Proud grandpa of Alexander, Sebastian, Patricia, Philip, Kailyn, Stephanie, Peter, Patrick, Andrea, Simon, Lily, Andrew, Celia, Daniel, Joe, Elliot, Mike, Kyle and William and great-grandpa of Sasha, Bella, Dallas, Owen, Daniel, Ollie, Bernie and Saoirse.
Also survived by Mickey's children Rick (Maureen) and Heather (Paul) and his many Tsun/Zhelka relatives.
His wit and wisdom will be sorely missed by the entire family. Cremation has taken place. Due to the COVID pandemic, a formal celebration of Owen's life will be held at a future date.
For those who wish to do so, a donation in Owen's memory may be made to your local food bank.
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