In memory of

John James Bronizewski

December 22, 1931 -  November 11, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John at the age of 92. John was a devoted husband, father, and papa who touched the lives of all who knew him with his kindness, warmth, and support. He would always love to tease with a twinkle in his eyes. His strong influence helped to shape his grandchildren into the fine adults that they are today. Although he is gone...he has left his mark on all of us. We love you!!

He was born in Whitby, Ontario to Mary and Louis Bronizewski. He was the eldest of five siblings which included Violet, Frank, Edward and Bernard. He was an accomplished Draftsmen working for Ennis Paikin Steel, Raymond Steel and freelance. He also held jobs prior with Shaeffer Pen and Orenda Engines. He enjoyed playing baseball, golf and squash.

He adored his wife, Theresa (Teri) for over 50 years.

Proud father of Stephen (Sue), and the late Lynn Marie (Gary).

Cherished step-father of James (Dara), Janice (Gerald), Joanne (David).

Loving and devoted grandfather to Michelle, Matthew (Kayla), Allison, Shawn (Kim), Jeremy, Kelly Anne(Jamie), Shawna (Jamie), Kyla, Jenna, Nicole (Andrew), Ryan (Amanda), Jamie (Deanna), Ashley (Jason), Branden (Alanna) and his great-grandchildren.



An enormous thank you to the incredibly loving, compassionate, and kind nurses, caregivers, for the past three years at his senior’s residence giving him comfort and joy.



Papa John... you will be greatly missed !!





In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer's Society of Ontario.

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Branden Holmes (Grandson)

Entered November 12, 2024 from Windsor

Sending our condolences and our love. We will forever miss Papa's stories, hearing his voice and listening to his laugh. He taught me the best way to eat chicken noodle which I have since passed on to my daughters. So, his memory will always be close.

Janice Levesque (Daughter and Son-in Law)

Entered November 13, 2024 from Brampton

John....the man with the FEDORA. Papa John
He always had a smile and a cheerful disposition. John was completely devoted to his grandchildren. He was present at every game (baseball, soccer,hockey) and every dance recital and school play and graduation of his many grandchildren.
He had been known to cover vast distances to attend multiple events in the same day...sometimes in very inclement weather.
John, when working from home, would drop everything to take his grandchildren to the park or schoolyard playground. Somehow the route back home would include a stop at the variety store and the kids would come back with a pocket full of candy (P.O.S'.s).
His strong influence helped to shape our kids into the fine adults that they are today.
Although he is gone...he has left his mark on all of us.

Papa John... you will be greatly missed !!

Gerry and Janice Levesque

Joanne and Dave Holmes (Father/Father-in-law)

Entered November 14, 2024 from Nanaimo BC

Papa you came into our lives at a time when we needed your strong presence. We will never forget the many wonderful memories we shared together.
Most of all we will remember your love of family.
You always asked and were interested to hear about your grandchildren and great grandchildren's adventures.
Introducing us all to your favourite polish cuisine of kolbassa, polish pickles and cabbage rolls.
Your many sayings taught to the grandchildren like; Go outside and blow the stink off you; If the left one don’t get you the right one will. The Polish words you taught to us that couldn’t be shared in front of Nama.
You would always laugh about feeling special that your barber flew in from the West to cut your hair.
I will forever miss our lengthy phone calls and your laughter.
We are forever grateful for the life we got to share with you, Papa.
We love you Papa, may your light forever shine.

Joanne and Dave Holmes

Scott and Sue (Corny cousins)

Entered November 18, 2024 from Orangeville

So sorry for your loss Jan and Gerry. We love your comment of the twinkle in his eye and saw it many times over the years.
Love Sue and Scott

Cynthia Baxter (Andrew's mother and father)

Entered November 19, 2024 from Waterloo

Sorry to hear of your grandfather's passing Nicole. He sounds like he was a wonderful man.

Sending our condolences to you and your entire family. Love Cynthia & Kevin

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