With broken hearts we announce the passing of John Gretton on March 2, 2025 at the age of 67 years. He was born in Toronto to Jack and Phyllis Gretton. He is reunited in heaven with his parents and his brother Robert.
Loving father to Daniel and Kristaps. Cherished grandfather to Maya. Adored by his siblings William, Robert and Joanne. Caring uncle to his nephew Jonas and niece Rebecca. He will be missed by his godsons and his many cousins in Ontario, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. He loved his many relatives, friends, colleagues and community members.
John had a long career in the newspaper business, mainly working for the Toronto Star since an early age starting as a little paperboy. John eventually became one of the top distribution managers and was very proud to be inaugurated into the Toronto Star Quarter Century Club.
John will be remembered for his humour, integrity, caring personality and big heart. John will be forever loved and dearly missed by his family, relatives, and friends.
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Visitation
York Cemetery & Funeral Centre
160 Beecroft, Toronto, ON, CANADA, M2N 5Z5
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Friday, 21 Mar 2025 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Memorial
York Cemetery & Funeral Centre
160 Beecroft, Toronto, ON, CANADA, M2N 5Z5
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Friday, 21 Mar 2025 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Interment
Forest Lawn Mausoleum and Cremation Center
4570 Yonge street, Toronto, ON, CANADA, M2N 5L6
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Friday, 21 Mar 2025 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Reception
York Cemetery & Funeral Centre
160 Beecroft, Toronto, ON, CANADA, M2N 5Z5
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