Anton (Tony) Rosanda
elevated FlBn8 It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Anton Rosanda on October 21, 2025 at Mackenzie Health Hospital in Richmond Hill Ontario, at the age of 89. Anton, or Tony, as he was known to his many friends, was born in Tinjan, Istria on February 11, 1936, to parents Maria and Blaz Rosanda.
elevated FlBn8 Tony is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years Collette and his two nieces Silvana Pilar and Magda Martincevic.
elevated FlBn8 As the 1950’s drew to a close, Tony emigrated to Canada in search of greater opportunities. In 1962 Tony met Collette Rideau, they were married less than a year later in 1963. Seven years later they started Norfinch Tool and Die Company which they ran together successfully for nearly 50 years.
elevated FlBn8 Tony loved the outdoors and his time on The Lake of Bays and in Algonquin park. Sailing, canoeing and cross-country skiing were some of his favorite pastimes.
elevated FlBn8 Tony was a gifted artist, photographer and craftsman. His skill at marquetry is well recognized and has been shared and enjoyed by everyone.
elevated FlBn8 Tony dearly loved the Istra Ucka Canadian Club north of Toronto. Serving as club president for eight years, he never missed an event there. His artwork was always carefully on display. He treasured all the club members as though they were family.
elevated FlBn8 Tony’s memory will be cherished by all who knew him. He will be sorely missed.
elevated FlBn8 Visitation will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home, 211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON (Bayview and Langstaff) on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. followed by Words of Remembrance to celebrate Tony’s life.
elevated FlBn8 Donations to Canadian Cancer Society, or the Alzheimer Society of Canada, would be appreciated as your expression of sympathy.
Our condolences to Tony’s family for their loss. He will be missed by his friends at Istra Ucka Cdn Club. Rest in peace and God Bless your family
Tony was my best friend for 50 years. Predictably honest, caring, loyal, good natured and socially responsible, he radiated calm and brought joy to everyone he met. I will miss him very much.
Our heartfelt condolences to Collette, his two nieces , Silvana Pilar, Magda Martincevic. and family in Croatia. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of sorrow. We will cherish all the beautiful memories we had with Tony as he was a friendly,, hard worker, happy go lucky person , who was so proud and enjoyed inviting his friends at parties at Istra Ucka Club for the delicious food, music and dancing. We will surely miss the ice cream and desserts he brought to us on Sundays and when the ladies were slaving away making homemade fuži and gnocchi. Also. he loved telling his jokes. playing cards and bocce. His warmth, kindness, and incredible artwork and hobbies spoke volumes about who he was. You had such a genuine spirit, full of hope and creativity. We feel grateful to have met you and shared those moments. Rest peacefully our friend — your art and your kindness will never be forgotten.
Milivoj, Josie, Gianfranco and Mark Anthony Benic🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️
My deepest condolences to all the family.
Tony will always be remembered as very kind, friendly and fun to be around.
My friends and I will definitely miss him at future Istrian picnics.
May he rest in peace 🕊️