Stephen P. Bacsalmasi
elevated mjTfT October 14, 1922 – February 26, 2022
elevated mjTfT Stephen Bacsalmasi passed away peacefully in his 100th year on February 26 with family by his side. Stephen is survived by his beloved wife of 76 years, Klara and their five children: Stephen, Claire (Robert), Peter (Patty), Elizabeth (Paul) and John (Lori). He will be deeply missed by his 18 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Stephen was a teacher, an artist and a consummate family man. He emigrated from Hungary in 1950 to make Canada his home, where he and Klara raised their five children. Stephen retired from his illustrious teaching career with the York Region District School Board as Superintendent of Education in 1986. Stephen then rekindled his love for art and created many beautiful sculptures in wood, bronze, and marble. His art is treasured by his family. Stephen loved his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren without waiver. Even in his last days, a video of a great grandchild would bring a smile to his face. Rest in Peace beloved Papa. We will truly miss you.
elevated mjTfT Private Funeral Service
A Private Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of St. Joseph within the Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home on Friday, March 4, 2022 – 12:00 p.m.
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elevated mjTfT Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
Claire, Rob and the extended Bacsalmasi family. No words can express the sadness that Eugene and I feel upon learning of Stephen’s passing. He was a remarkable man
May your fond memories keep you strong during this difficult time.
Irene and Eugene Marotta
Irene, Eugene, thank you very much for your kind thoughts and wishes. It means a lot to us.
Liz & family – Our deepest condolences to your family at this time. I was so fortunate to know your Dad. He had a sparkle in his eyes and a lovely smile. May your memories carry you through this difficult time. Debbie & Rob.
Rob and I have made a contribution to the Canada Ukraine Foundation in Dad’s name. Having been a refugee himself, I know it’s something that would be truly important to him.
Claire, your sister and brothers and all members of your extended families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, as you say your final goodbye to such a remarkable man. He was truly, one of the kindest and most gracious gentleman we had the privilege of knowing. May your memories be a constant reminder of an extraordinary life well lived and loved. Our prayers are with Klara as well, as you all journey through this difficult time.
Keith & Lynda
Thank you, Lynda and Keith, for your kind thoughts – very much appreciated.
Our sincere condolences to you and your family, Peter.
Thanks so much Paula and Pierre. He was indeed a very remarkable man who led a very long and beautiful life.
Stephen, condolences to you and all your family on your dad’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Love and hugs, Angela & Bernard
Thank you very much. There will never be another like him.
Drága Klári néni és Bácsalmási család,
fogadjátok őszinte részvétünket. Pista bácsi remek ember volt emlékét örökre megőrizzük és a szívünkbe zárjuk.
Kitartást kívánok ebben a nehéz időben. Szeretettel . Lili
Lili, thank you so much for your kind thoughts and wishes. The support from our Hungarian family means a lot to us. We still think of the time we spent together with you and Tibi at the cottage. For almost 40 years, Rob recarved Tibi’s name on the big stone. It is a fond memory for us.
Love to all, stay safe. We love you.
Hugi es Rob
P.S. Who shot the sheriff?
xxoo
Dear relatives, sincere condolences on the passing of dear uncle Stephen. We will never forget him, his kindness and generosity. Our thoughts are with you, Marti and family from Subotica
Marti. thank you very much for your kindness. We have fond memories of our time at the cottage.
Gob bless you and keep you safe.
Klari es Rob
Dear Bácsalmási family, dear relatives,
we read the sad news with deep regret.. Accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Pista bácsi was a great man, we will keep his dear memory in our hearts.
With love, the Becsei family from Hungary
Stephen, your father sounds like an amazing man. Such a privilege to be named after him.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Take care.
Heather
To our Bacsalmasi family,
So many memories flooding back to me of the time spent together with our families. What a wonderful, generous, kind uncle Pista Bacsi was to all of us. Love & hugs to Klari Neni.
Rest In Peace Pista Bacsi.
Much love to all.
Rosemary, Scott, Alex, Andrea Atkinson & the Meszaros family
Rosemary (our lovely flower girl), thank you for your kind sentiments, they mean much to us. Please give our fond regards to Leslie.
God bless you all. Stay safe.
Claire and Rob
xxoo
Dear Stephen,
We never met your father but from hearing about him from you and Cathy he clearly had a long and extraordinary and fascinating life. Please accept our sincere condolences.
You have certainly been the most devoted and caring son to your dad.
He will leave a big hole in your life.
My thoughts are with you and the family circle at this very sad time
Dear Bàcsalmàsi family,
Accept our sincere condolences. We feel very lucky that Pista bàcsi have been part of our family and we are going to carry his beloved memory in our hearts forever!
Sending you love from Budapest!
Fáth family
Gabi, thank you for your heart felt condolences. Rob and I always remember with great fondness, when you and Zsofi visited us in Paris.
God bless you and keep your family safe. Our door is always open to you and yours. Szekszardi Voros awaits your arrival.
Love to all,
Rob and Klari
Dear Stephen
My thoughts are with you today.
Your father was a remarkable man. I did not get to meet him but I know he must have been, because I know you Stephen.
Dear Liz,
Such a beautiful service for your Father today. May you and all the family find peace and comfort in each other as time moves forward.
Love from all the Hardiment’s
Dear Stephen ,
I am very sorry for your loss. I understand your treasured father had a long and remarkable life and I am sure you will miss him . Sending our condolences to you and the family.
Love from Heather and Ron Gelens
What a great life and a tremendous family legacy.
Sincere condolences to the extended Bacsalmasi Family especially to my dear friend Liz from high-school days and to Mrs. Klara Bacsalmasi who along with Stephen Sr. was always so welcoming and gracious with Liz’s boisterous friends 🙂
My Deepest Sympathy to my childhood friend Liz, Mrs. Bascalmasi and your family. I was attempting to reconnect with you Liz when I saw the death notice of your father. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I have many great memories of your dad.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family during this difficult time.
Rosemary Herman (Lenius)
Stephen was the most amazing man, a genius, a true visionary!
I had the honour of working with him as a Trustee, we fought to get a theatre in Unionville attached to the Secondary School for which Stephen had designed the Curriculum and a trusted Architect designed a building the Ministry refused to fund. We both requested the Mayor of Markham intervene and Tony Roman called the Councillors to ‘fund’ the entire project. Klara was always the perfect hostess and I often enjoyed her Hungarian cooking. YRBE eventually opened 4 such Arts Schools with Theatres and another for Elite Sports. Sam Chapman trusted Stephen implicitly!