Holocaust Survivor, Mensch.
Born to Lenke Lilly Reisz and Dr. Istvan Rosenberg on November 18, 1936, in Budapest, Hungary, Peter passed away on December 11, 2024, in Toronto, Ontario.
“She saved my life.” Those were the last words Peter shared with Ans (de Hoyer), his wife of 60 years. Peter was referring to the daughter of a distant relative, who had been dating a German officer. In 1944 Budapest, Peter, along with his mother and grandparents, were pulled out of a rounding up of Jews and survived thanks to the protection of the Spanish Embassy.
Peter came to Canada in 1956 as a refugee, carrying a small bag with necessities provided by the Red Cross. He is deeply missed by his wife, Ans, daughters Aviva and Lilliane, and their beloved vizsla Monty.
Peter was more than a survivor—he believed everything was possible, always finding solutions to challenges. He is remembered as a positive man, a go-getter, with an easy laugh and impish humour.
The family is grateful to the staff of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, the hemodialysis unit, K-wing, TTC Wheel-Trans, support workers, and Sasha for their care and dedication.
A gathering will be planned in the spring to celebrate Peter’s memory and keep him in our hearts.
