ARVANITIS, Basil John William (Bill) - Peacefully at home in the arms of his family on December 19, 2023, at the age of 58, following a courageous and largely private battle with pancreatic cancer.
Survived by his loving parents, Joe and Bessie Arvanitis; his adoring wife, Dr. Jennifer Arvanitis; and treasured children, Michelle, Dayna and Evan.
Beloved brother of Helene Arvanitis and John Arvanitis (Alex Collins).
Cherished by his nieces, Victoria and Dr. Khrystyna Ioanidis (Jamie Mundt); and nephews Christopher and Nicholas Arvanitis. Will be dearly missed by godparents, Steve and Mary Papamarko.
Deeply admired son-in-law of Flora Reynolds.
Bill lived a life of service to his community, his church, his family, and to countless charitable organizations.
No cause was too big nor too small to capture Bill's heart and he will be remembered for his profound generosity of spirit in ensuring that he did his absolute best to improve the lives of those around him.
Bill was the President of Arvan Rehab Group and the Co-founder of Athletes Care Sports Injuries Clinics.
He held numerous volunteer leadership positions including serving as a longstanding board member of his lifelong church. He was a loyal and devoted friend, truly loved for his radiant and authentic presence.
The family extends its heartfelt thanks to Dr. Robert Grant, Dr. Ernie Mak, and the dedicated oncology team at Princess Margaret Hospital. We will be eternally grateful for the kind and compassionate attention Bill received at home from nurses Margaret Mensah and Anita Owusu, coordinated seamlessly by Samina Lalji at Home and Community Care Services.
Many thanks to Dr. Russell Goldman and Dr. Justine Baek of the Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care for tenderly supporting Bill at home at the end of his incredible life.
Visitation will be held at Mount Pleasant Funeral Centre at 375 Mount Pleasant Road on Friday, December 22nd from 2-4 and 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 23rd at 1:00 p.m. at All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 3125 Bayview Avenue. Interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to All Saints Greek Orthodox Church.
May Bill's remarkable impact on this world be forever etched in our memory.
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