Victoria Korte
June 29, 1934 – November 22, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Victoria Korte (nee Simon) on November 22, 2024, at the age of 90. Victoria’s journey in life was marked by resilience, courage, and a deep love for her family and faith.
Born in Kamenka, Russia, within the Volga-German community, on June 29, 1934, Victoria endured significant hardships during WWII. She and her family fled the Soviet Union, eventually settling in Bavaria. At 19, she courageously emigrated to Canada, seeking a brighter future. Victoria found a sense of belonging at St. Patrick’s German Catholic Parish in Toronto, where she met her beloved husband, Franz-August Korte.
Victoria was the devoted mother of Bernard (Monika), Connie (Michael), Tom (Helga), and Christine. She cherished her role as Oma to 12 grandchildren and Great Oma to eight great-grandchildren. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering faith will be dearly missed by her family and all who knew her.
Funeral Services
- Visitation: Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home, 211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
- Funeral Mass: Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
- Interment: Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Section 37, 8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to a charity of your choice in Victoria’s memory. She will be forever remembered for her compassion, faith, and love.
