Elena Kriksciunas
elevated GArUP January 27, 1925 – November 10, 2020
elevated GArUP Tuesday morning, November 10th, Elena, our mother, grandmother, cioce, mociute, pupa, pupyte, passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Toronto. She was predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Vytas, and is survived by her son Eugene, daughter Loreta and grandchildren Indre, Juri, Simon and Larissa (Jonas). Elena was born in Kaunas Lithuania. She emigrated after WW II to start a new life in Canada. She pursued a B.A. at U of T and also graduated from Teachers’ College. She had a very successful teaching career at Weston Collegiate and retired as Languages Head at St. Joseph’s Morrow Park. Elena was known for her intellect and zest for life. She spoke 6 languages and there wasn’t a problem she couldn’t solve. She was a kind, gentle soul, dearly loved by all who knew her. So many people have shared fond memories of her many talents and her profound influence on their intellectual development. She was the most gentle, unassuming, loving person, so soft-spoken and yet so impactful. In her final years she resided at the Labdara Lithuanian Nursing Home in Toronto. Our family is very grateful for the loving care she received from Lina Simonelis, Bay Haven Nursing Home in Collingwood and her final home at Labdara. There will be a Funeral Mass On Saturday, November 14, at 10:30 a.m. at Anapilis-the Lithuanian Martyrs’ Catholic Church, 2185 Stavebank Road, Mississauga. Visitation: 9:30-10:30 at Church, followed by burial at the adjoining cemetery. If you would like to attend, please email Loreta (ldkon@yahoo.ca) or Eugene so that we can register your name. We respectfully ask you to wear a face mask and to respect the social distancing rules. If you wish, donations can be made to the Church or to Labdara. “There is one true happiness in this life, to love and be loved….”
elevated GArUP
I will attend your mother’s service this coming Saturday.
So very sorry for your loss and that this pandemic prevented family visits at Labdara. Your Mother was a wonderful lady and I have very fond memories of her. May she Rest In Peace.
Loreta, Eugene
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was a lovely, gentle woman and I am sure she will be missed
We are very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We will be thinking of you and your family at this unusual time.
My deepest condolences! Your family is in my prayers. If there is room I would like to attend.
Loreta,
What a lovely gentle and accomplished woman. I know you and your mom were very close and your memories will be many and filled with live.My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time.
Eugene, I am thinking of you and your family at this time. Sending my prayers and thoughts. God bless.
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this time Eugene. She sounds like a phenomenal woman and what a beautiful legacy she has left. May you find comfort in these amazing memories and in each other as you celebrate this wonderful life.
Sincerely,
Leanne Castorina
Eugene,
My Sincerest Condolences on the passing of your mother.
May she rest in peace! Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss! So hard to lose our moms and grandmoms. Thinking of you all in my prayers!
So sorry to hear the sad news, Loreta. You had a very special bond with your mum. Know that your love and presence by her side these past years gave her much Joy and comfort. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.❤️
I am very sorry to read about Mrs. Krikscuinas’ passing. She was a wonderful French teacher, always kind and caring.
Eugene and family,
Keeping you all in my prayers. May the happy memories that you shared over the years with your dear mom bring you some joy in the days that lie ahead.
With sympathy,
Louise and family
Eugene and Loreta, I extend my condolences to you on the death of your mother. I was a colleague of Elena at St. Joseph’s, Morrow Park in the 1970s and fondly remember her gentle ways, her lovely smile, and her sense of fun. She has had a long life and now, may God grant her eternal rest.
Dear Eugene, I was honoured to be a member of her dept.at SJMP where I began my teaching career.I also enjoyed driving your mother to and from work for some years .I will remember Elena in my prayers.
God bless you all.
My prayers are with you and your family.
I’ll see you tomorrow at the service.
Dear Eugene and family,
It was wonderful to read about your remarkable mom and the life she lead. May fond memories of your mother bring you comfort during this time in your life. Our most sincere condolences to you and your family.
Marta and family.
I taught at Morrow Park from its beginnings until 1967 and remember your Mother during those years. Morrow Park was a great place to be on Staff and I know your Mother was a great Teacher and addition to the School community.
My condolences to you both at this time of loss. May you know your Mother’s presence to you as you carry her legacy forward.
Sister Janet Fraser (formerly Sister Anne Madeleine)
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, Loreta. As I read her obituary, I learned what an amazing woman she was. ..a real role model for her family. May memories of the good times help to fill the hole left by her death and give you the strength to emulate her example.
Our deepest condolences in the passing of Elena. Her loving nature and courage will always be remembered.
I remember Mrs. K. fondly and although I was a terrible underachiever and no doubt, gave her grief, she was a lovely educator and she did manage to help me retain a few things from those classes (’67). My sincerest condolences to you and the family.