elevated M8zwb November 1, 1938 ~ January 4, 2021
elevated M8zwb Due to Covid-19 restrictions there will be a private family service.
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elevated M8zwb It is with great sadness that the family of Alice Popielaty announces her peaceful passing on January 4, 2021 at her Long-Term Care home in Toronto, Ontario.
elevated M8zwb Alice was born in Warsaw, Poland in 1938. After surviving and living through the Second World War as a child, she made memories enjoying summers at her grandmother’s farm. In her youth, she was an accomplished pianist and piano teacher. She emigrated to Canada with her mother in 1962, with minimal means and limited knowledge of the English language to pursue more opportunity in a free country.
elevated M8zwb After years of successful employment at Canada Life Assurance Company, Alice had the opportunity to take courses in the new field of computer programming, despite the existing hurdles for women at that time. She continued her employment with Canada Life and achieved great success, quickly climbing the ladder within the company to become a Senior Computer Programmer.
elevated M8zwb After years of friendship and courtship, Alice married Walter Popielaty in 1976. Within a year, their family began to grow.
elevated M8zwb While her career and family grew, she continually instilled and prioritized a culture of education for her children, which ultimately led to their successes. Alice, along with her husband, were committed to giving their children all the best possible opportunities, including instilling their love of travel and culture. Alice made sure her children were afforded amazing opportunities in their youth, including her son’s trip to China at the age of 13 with his school, and Katherine’s exchange opportunity to France when she was 16.
elevated M8zwb In her retirement, she continued sharing her love of piano by teaching private piano lessons in the community and providing care to children in her condominium.
elevated M8zwb Her interested included swimming, music, crosswords, gardening and reading. She devoted much of her time and energy as a caregiver to her family. Alice was overjoyed with the birth of her first grandchild in 2007 and was instrumental in her care and upbringing.
elevated M8zwb Alice is survived by her husband of 44 years, Walter; daughter, Katherine; son, Michael; and granddaughter Emily. Alice was predeceased by her parents Vincent & Bronislawa Laskowski.
elevated M8zwb Her energy and love will be forever cherished by her family and friends.
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In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimer Society, Epilepsy Canada or Copernicus Lodge
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Losing a mom is heartbreaking but we hope you know we are by your side during this time if sorrow.
May the cherished memories of your mother bring you peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May her rest in peace.
To Walter, Michael and Katherine, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Alice was such an amazing woman and I am very lucky to have met her and been able to spend some time with her at Copernicus. Sending my love and keeping you all in my prayers. Stay strong and healthy.
Kat, so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Mother. May your memories provide you comfort in the days to come. Thinking of you
Walter, Kat, Micheal and Emily, I am deeply saddened to hear of Alice’s passing. She was beautiful soul. I will never forget her and the way she made me feel – so welcomed and loved from the first moment I met her. My memories of her are fond, and full of joy and happiness. Sending my deepest condolences to you all. She will always be with you in spirit. Hug eachother for me and know that I love you xo
Dearest Katherine,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet mum. I still remember her so fondly, feeding us the yummiest food in the kitchen every time I came to visit when we were little. Her kindness will never be forgotten and lives on through you, Michael and Emily. Please know that my thoughts are with you still.
Dear KP
My sympathies and condolences on your dear Mother’s death. She led a fulfilling and accomplished life and she was a loving wife, mother and grandmother to your darling Emily who so closely resembles you and her dear grandmother! I loved seeing all these wonderful photos…please know you are in mybthoughts and prayers at this time…may all your happy memories help to console you and all the family. Affectionately Mrs K!
Farewell my dear sister and close companion during our childhood years. I will never again be called ‘braciszek’ and ‘Stefuś’…