HORBATIUK, Eugene John - Born in Toronto, November 20, 1921, quietly passed away at home April 11, 2024.
Loving husband of Phyllis (nee Weiler) for over 70 years.
Devoted father of Paul, David, Stephen (Wendy), Lorie (Patrick), Ken (Kimberly), Lynne (Paul), Catherine (Larry) and James (Kristen).
Beloved grandfather of Emily (Benjamin) Wrobel, Jeffrey Horbatiuk, Hunter Harrison, Michael Harrison and Chandler Harrison.
He was predeceased by parents, Samuel and Mychylena; sister, Olga; brother, Gerald; and granddaughter, Allison.
Eugene joined the Royal Canadian Air Force, honourably serving in World War II as a Flight Lieutenant stationed in London, England.
After returning from Europe, he attended Ryerson University and then for 40 years, Eugene was a Professional Fashion Photographer/Manager of Studio Operations for Photo Engravers and Electrotypers Ltd., retiring in 1987.
He and Phyllis were proud original owners of the home in Applewood Acres since May 1954.
The family would like to thank long-time family physician, Dr. Michael Wong; all of the wonderful caregivers, and especially Mahalia, who patiently spent countless hours helping Eugene live out his final years at home with dignity.
Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Peel Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St., Mississauga, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 9 p.m.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint Dominic Roman Catholic Church, 625 Atwater Ave. (at Cawthra Rd.), Mississauga, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 11 a.m. A private interment will be held on a later date at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Mildmay, Ontario.
In Eugene's memory, donations may be made to: St. Dominic Roman Catholic Church; Madonna House, Combermere; or Covenant House, Toronto.
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