It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Katica Juras (Kovacic), 79, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Cherished mother of Manuella (Kevin) Pascoe, Gordon (Tanya) Juras, and Susanne (Harry) Olsen, beloved grandmother (Baka) to Devin, Matthew and Kristen Pascoe, Christopher and Nicole Juras, and Katelyn, Lucas and Holley Olsen, she will be deeply missed. Katica is predeceased by her husband of over 56 years, Tomo Juras, and her sister Barica Hizar. She will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews and extended family in Croatia, the US, and Canada.
Katica was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Joseph the Worker parish in Oshawa, where she so enjoyed catching up with her church friends every Sunday. She was recognized in her community as a sweet lady with a sense of humor who was welcoming and lovely to talk to. She will be fondly remembered for her warm smile, her bountiful gardens, her homemade soup, and her great courage. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation for the many doctors, nurses, PSWs, and other members of her extensive care team for their compassion and kindness.
Any donations will be gratefully accepted for Sunnybrook Hospital or The Canadian Cancer Society.
Visitation will take place at Thornton Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Centres, 1200 Thornton Road, North Oshawa, ON, CANADA, L1J 0C9 on:
Monday, April 21, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Visitation)
Chapel Service: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A link to livestream the Funeral Service will become active on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:55 AM, and will be found at the top of this page.
Burial: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:45 AM, Thornton Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Centres
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Thornton Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Centres.
