Barbara Majthenyi
elevated z9q9P Funeral Mass
Saturday, July 2, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
elevated z9q9P St. Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic Church
elevated z9q9P 432 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M2N 3B7
elevated z9q9P Obituary
elevated z9q9P It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Barbara Majthenyi, in her 91st year, on Sunday, June 26, 2022. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Leslie Majthenyi, with whom she shared 65 years of marriage. Barbara is survived by her children, Beatrice (Rino), Kinga (John, d. 2004 ) and Peter (Tina) as well as many grandchildren.
elevated z9q9P She was born in Vid, Hungary in 1931. Despite suffering many hardships throughout her childhood during WW2, she succeeded in finishing her education and graduating from the Fine Art University in Budapest in fashion design. Her creativity found many outlets, including painting.
elevated z9q9P She was a style icon, spending numerous hours sewing and designing clothing for her family and friends. She also enjoyed the outdoors. During her university years she participated on several ski teams, winning many medals in the process. Her love of the outdoors followed her throughout the years, during which time Barbara and Leslie travelled extensively. Their favourite destinations included many ski resorts throughout Europe and British Columbia and the beaches of the Carribean.
elevated z9q9P She was an avid reader and enjoyed heated political discussions as well as conversations about the classics and opera. She was a fierce competitor and challenged anyone on the tennis court, during a game of bridge or Rummikub.
elevated z9q9P In later years, she returned to her first love, the paint brush. Every inch of wall space in her home was covered in beautiful art work, which she often exhibited in galleries and art shows.
elevated z9q9P But to her family, she was the firm, loving mother who always had words of wisdom served up with a mischievous grin and delicious Hungarian pastries.
elevated z9q9P We are grateful that God was merciful. Barbara will be forever in our hearts. Her enthusiasm for life will always be an inspiration.
elevated z9q9P In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, and the Rakoczi Foundation, of which she was a faithful supporter. Click here to donate.
elevated z9q9P A funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at 2 pm at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 432 Sheppard Ave. E., North York, Ontario.
Bea, Peter, Kinga and family. Our condolences of the passing of Barb. She was such a lovely lady, so full of laughter and stories. I know how much pride she took in all she did, and especially in her paintings. We have a few of them, and now they will just mean so much more to us as we continue to look at them. May she RIP.
Bea and family,
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear mother. May the memories you shared over the years give you comfort during this difficult time. Please know that you are in our prayers. May she rest in eternal peace.
Losing someone so special can feel incredibly overwhelming. I am sending my deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family during this trying time.
Dear Bea and family,
Sending our deepest condolences to all of you during this difficult and sad time. She was a wonderful lady. May she rest in peace.
Bea and family,
We are so sorry. Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother. Please know that you are in our prayers. May she rest in peace.
Dear Bea, Rino and family
Our heartfelt sympathies to you all sending love & light always in our prayers.
May your mom Rest IN Peace
The Guercio Family
Dear Beatrice, Kinga and Peter.
We are so very saddened to hear of the passing of your mom. We have so many fond memories of our times together in Chatham and on ski holidays. We take comfort in these memories and know they are once again together in God’s care. Thinking of all of you and your families. Sending much love to all. Martha, Ann and Craig
Hello Ann, Thank you for the note. I just noticed it now. My condolences to you too on the passing of your father. Yes, we all have fond memories of the good old days in Chatham and the fun ski trips with your family. It’s hard to believe that it was so long ago. I hope you are all doing well. Take care, Kinga