ZNIDAREC, Martin Znidarec

ZNIDAREC, Martin  – After complications from surgery with his family at his side, Martin passed away peacefully, on Thursday, June 29, 2023.

Martin was predeceased by his parents, Fanika and Frank Znidarec.

Predeceased by his beloved wife, Helen, his best friend, and love of his life.

Loved son-in-law of the late Bridget and Frank McAteer.

Adored father of Joan Znidarec, Marlo Znidarec-Lupis (father-in-law to Christian Lupis); “Dida” of Marella; and father of Christine Znidarec.

Dear brother of the late Stan (late Mary), John (late Beverley), and the late Frank (Doreen); and sisters, Anne, late Margaret and Mary (late John).

Fun-loving uncle to his many nieces and nephews. Cherished by his family in Croatia, the United States and Ireland.

Family and friends will be forever impacted by Martin’s zest for life and young heart. For fifty-plus years he worked side by side with his three brothers forming The Znidar Brothers Corporation.

Martin’s generosity and huge heart lead to years of being involved in various charities and causes. Martin was a Grand Deputy Knight of The Knights of Columbus. He helped establish The Knights of Columbus Council at St. Christopher’s Church in Clarkson. He was always active in his church community serving as Eucharistic Minister.

A key founder and lifelong supporter of The Out of the Cold Program (Community Meal) at St. Mary Star of The Sea Church in Port Credit. 

Martin adored his granddaughter, Marella, her memories of him will be forever cherished.

Our hearts are broken that we have had to say our final Ciao. We take comfort in knowing that he is now dancing with our mom in Heaven. Thank you to the team at UHN Toronto General Hospital.

Friends may call at the Turner & Porter “Peel” Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St., Mississauga, on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Christopher’s Roman Catholic Church, 171 Clarkson Rd. N., Mississauga, on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at 11 a.m. A Reception will follow the Funeral Service. A private interment will be held at a later date in Toronto.

In lieu of flowers, donations to The Kidney Foundation of Canada would be appreciated (www.kidney.ca).