SASO, John Anthony - John Anthony Saso, age 81, passed away suddenly with dignity and peace on September 23, 2020 at his home in North York.
John is survived by his wife of over thirty years, Margaret Skelly, his son Michael (Liz), his daughter Kathy (John), and his four treasured grandchildren Madison, Spencer, Adam and Emily.
He is also survived by his brother Joe Saso (Carol) and sister Tana Arthurs.
He is preceded in death by his father Anthony (1908-1969) and his mother Grace (nee Greco, 1914-2009).
John was born on December 20, 1938 in Barrie, Ontario, to parents Anthony and Grace.
He graduated from The University of Western Ontario with a degree in Physical Education.
Immediately after graduation, he and his first wife Patricia (nee Crossland) moved to Toronto where John accepted a position as a high school Physical Education teacher. Together they shared two children Michael and Kathy.
John was born and raised a proud Italian. He was a great family man and a loving father. Family was the single most important thing in his life.
Family and friends will always remember him as an active, compassionate and fun loving man.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a food bank during these very difficult times. www.dailybread.ca.
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