In memory of

Marci (Martin) Farkas

February 22, 1937 -  December 27, 2021

FARKAS, Marci (Martin). February 22, 1937 - December 27, 2021. Following a brief illness, Mr. Marci (Martin) Farkas passed away in his 84th year at the Sunnybrook Palliative Care Unit, Toronto. Mr. Farkas was the son of Denes Farkas and Juliana (Gothard) Farkas, born in Timosara, Romania. Mr. Farkas relocated to Canada in 1964, where he began work at a smelter in Sudbury. Marci was a devoted worker, putting forward his best efforts in his life once he arrived in Canada as an immigrant. He was the longtime and loving companion to Suzanna Oroszy Kolev. Marci was the stepfather of Suzanne Rogers (Edward) of Toronto, and father of Dorothy (Dorrie) Cyr (Lance) of Whistler, British Columbia. He was a very loving, involved, and doting grandfather to Chloe, Edward Jr., Jack, and Kai. Marci operated a restaurant and delicatessen in St. Thomas, Ontario for many years, and resided for most of his life in London, Ontario. Recently he was a resident at The Teddington Residence, Toronto where he is remembered as a jovial and pleasant person. Marci was an active supporter of the Hungarian community in Canada and often enjoyed reading newspapers and magazines from Budapest and watching Hungarian television programs to keep updated on current events. During his 20s, Marci was a professional boxer in Romania. As well, Marci was an avid hunter who also was a talented butcher, a gardener, and someone who took pleasure in preparing food for loved ones and friends alike. A cultured man, he enjoyed music and artwork; he spoke five languages and enjoyed speaking them all - a skill put to good use with his love of travel. Marci liked to watch a rousing boxing match on television and found fishing as a good way to relax. Marci was a man full of character, who always spoke his mind - he would often regale people with interesting anecdotes and stories from his life well-lived. A Memorial Service will occur at a later date. Family and friends are welcome to offer condolences and sentiments in the online guest book.

Guestbook 

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Klara Basile (Friend)

Entered December 31, 2021 from London

Dear family: our condolences to your family! Unfortunately Marci's two good friends from St Thomas, Rozsa and John Mecs have also passed away, Rozsa on December 18 and John earlier this year. May they become friends again in their new resting place. Oszinte reszvetunk!

Yvonne and Brian Hillis (Neighbour)

Entered December 31, 2021 from London, Ontario

I remember when we first met Martin how sweet he was when he picked a bouquet of flowers off his front yard lilac bush to welcome us to our new neighbourhood.
We enjoyed hearing his many stories of the old country in Romania. Anyone who heard the story animated with howling wolves would surely have a smile on their face. He was friendly and outgoing towards the whole neighbourhood and we will truly miss the colourful character he was.

Gayle and Bill Flutergjfluter (Friend)

Entered December 31, 2021 from London, Ontario

Fondly remembered by the Fluter Family.

Maria and Eva Bodnar (Friend)

Entered January 2, 2022 from Strathroy

We met Marci while shopping in London. We had such interesting conversations with him and loved hearing about his colourful life. He was an amazing man and we miss not having his light in the world any longer. Many condolences to his family. Every moment in his company was a joy.

Vonna Bitove (Friend)

Entered January 3, 2022 from Toronto

Dearest Suzanne and Family,
Jenna and I are saddened by your loss Please give our condolences to your Mother and Sister
With deepest sympathy
Vonna Bitove

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