Contributions to the tribute of Ira Jonathan Zucker

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Monday, February 13, 2023

Friday, March 5, 2021

I am very sorry to hear of Ira's passing. I went to elementary and high school with Ira and I remember him as a fun-loving guy who was liked by all. The family will certainly be in my prayers.

Brian & Anita Mackenzie posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Dear Miriam and family So so sorry for your loss. Cannot even begin to understand your loss. Sending you all our deepest condolences and hugs

Rita Hogan posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Miriam & family: So very saddened to hear of Iras passing. Sincere condolences to you. Treasure all those wonderful memories of him.

Camille Matute posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

To the Zucker family - my sincere and deepest sympathies. I had the pleasure of being in the same Ivey section as Ira and remember him as a deeply caring, thoughtful and exceptional classmate. His personality would light up any room he entered, and everyone would gravitate toward his presence - he was a force to be reckoned with, and his hilarious perspectives would leave anyone smiling. I will remember him as the incredibly kind hearted and compassionate person he was - he will be missed by so many. Rest easy Ira

Kathy Mackinley posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Miriam and family , My deepest condolences on Iras death. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Kathy Mackinley

Pat Morley-Forster posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Dear Miriam, I am so profoundly sorry to hear of Ira's sudden death.I remember you talking about Ira and his brothers, in the OR years ago, and loved hearing about them. Such a lovely epitaph, "He helped many people in their time of crisis". In his too-short life, he made a difference to others. With deep sympathy, Pat Morley-Forster

Marianna Strutt posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Miriam, I am so very sorry for you and your family's loss. From the moment I met him in high school, I knew that I wanted to be friends with Ira. He was a force to behold, and the many meals, coffees, debates, and conversations that we shared together after university brought so much joy to my life. I will remember Ira as the truly remarkable human that he was, with intelligence, humour, thoughtfulness, and generosity that were unparalleled. He will always remain one of my favourite people I've ever met, and I'm so grateful to have known him. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

Graham Morrison posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Ira was my classmate in Ivey, he was larger than life and brought a smile to everyone's face when he entered the room. I am so saddened to hear this news and wishing Ira's family my sincerest condolences.

Laurie Battersby posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Dear Meriam and Family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending our most sincere and deepest condolences to you at this profoundly difficult time.

Greg Bruns posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

To the entire Zucker family, I am deeply sorry for your loss and wish you strength, love, and togetherness during this difficult time. Ira was a classmate and friend from Ivey and over the last few days our entire section has been reminiscing about what a loving, outgoing, and intelligent person he was. I've spent the last few days going though old photos and memories and was left with this thought - even after he has passed, Ira is still doing what he was best at, making us all smile and laugh. Nothing is going to replace having him by your side, but in time I hope that his memory brings you as much joy and smiles as it does to me. Thank you for raising such an intelligent, caring, and hilarious person. I am very glad we got to share the time we did. Greg

Nancy Wickerson-Harmer posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Dear Miriam so sorry for your loss. I can't image how devastated you must be. You love your boys so much. I felt as if I knew them when we worked together.

David Bin Jung posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Ira, you were one of my first few friends I've made in Canada since I moved here from Korea back in Riverside Elementary and continued on our friendship throughout in Oakridge Secondary and Western University. You always found a way to make us smile and laugh even when things were tough. You will be greatly missed and you are in my thoughts. Rest in peace Ira.

Rishi Nayyar posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

You were an amazing friend Ira and shone so bright. You made friends everywhere you went and brought joy to so many. Im heartbroken and so glad that I got to spend time with you during those too-short years at Ivey. Youre one of the most special, unique people Ive ever met, and Ill always miss you. Your friend forever, Rishi

Silvana Skoko posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Ira touched the hearts of everyone he met during his time at Ivey. He will be remembered and missed by many. He was a loving friend and made my Ivey experience 100x better just by being there. He brightened everyones day with his infectious personality and (extremely hilarious) jokes. He was unapologetically himself, which I value tremendously, he helped all of us feel a little more comfortable being ourselves too. I dont think it would be be an understatement to say that Ira was a huge contributing factor to our class bonding the way it did, Ira was the glue, our Miss Congeniality. He was a dear friend and always in my thoughts. He will be missed.

Jeff Rawlings posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Our deepest condolences from My family to yours. I hadn't seen IRA since Oakridge Outlaws Hockey back with coach Peach. I had just ran into him Randomly at Happy Day on the 2nd and got a chance to catch up to him. I'm so Sorry for your loss. IRA will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Scott Wilkinson posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Like I said to Ira in our final messages over FB Messenger, if there was one person I would want to be like in high school, it was Ira, he learned so quickly, he was so open minded, he could fit in and talk to anyone and was THE best trash talker. It is such a shame to lose such an amazing person. Wishing all of his family all the best in such a difficult time and thinking of you all as you mourn.

Mandy (Forth) Deelstra posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

I only have fond memories of Ira. From our days at Riverside to the halls of Oakridge. He had the tendency to be known as the class clown, but unknown to some was how ridiculously smart he was. (still jealous he beat me in the math competition from grade 7) He was always doing the best impersonations of teachers, and always looking to get a laugh or a smile from his friends and classmates. He was such a kind person, and his contagious smile and positive spirit will be missed. My sincerest condolences to the Zucker family.

Julie Green posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Ira, It was so hard to say bye to you today. I'll miss your sense of humour and quick wit. You and mike were always such weirdos together, but it was awesome. I'll hold on to memories of you over at our house, or elementary school and highschool class antics (that I also took part in ). You truly were one of a kind and I look forward to having Sushi w you and Mike when we meet again. I take comfort in knowing you're with your Dad who was so proud of you, and Therman. Marium, Jared and Aaron: myself, Michael and my family will keep in touch during this difficult time and years to come. May he rest in peace xo

Alex Killby posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

I'm heartbroken to hear the news of Ira's passing, he left the world far too soon. Although Ira and I have not been close since our days in school together, I remember him as someone that was kind, generous, friendly, and always had a smile on his face. Sending my sympathies and love to Miriam, Aaron, and Jerrod in this difficult time.

Gloria Riesel posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Wishing you strength and comfort through this difficult time. I hope you know I'm here for you during this time of sorrow. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Kyle Peach posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

My deepest condolences go out to all of the Zucker family. Miriam, the late Peter, Aaron, Jarrod and Ira always treated me like I was part of their family and my heart breaks for all of you today. Ira was the best friend anyone could ask for. We first met when we were 7 years old playing hockey and he was my goalie and best friend for the next 15+ years of our lives. After reminiscing with some of our closest friends over the past few days it is clear how deeply Ira touched all of our lives, and how much we all loved him. I have more than a lifetime worth of memories with "the Ra" and I wouldn't trade them for anything. Ira will be missed dearly by all of his friends and family. He truly was a great friend and a one of a kind person. Go be with your dad brother. I love you and will miss you every day!

Paul Kristalovich posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

My deepest condolences to the family

Dave Horowitz posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

I already miss your calls. No matter our walks in life or circumstances you always reached out. I'm sorry I couldn't do more. Rip Ira. I'll miss you.

Shannon Taylor posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

To Iras family, you are in my thoughts on such a huge loss! Ira was loved.

Maria Van Der Velden posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

I had the joy and privilege of teaching Ira grades 10 and 11 English at Oakridge Secondary. I will always remember him as the gentle, good-natured boy who poked his head into my classroom just to say "Hey Ms V", who enacted the most creative, funniest version of Macbeth I've ever seen, who was loved by all his classmates. I will miss him. But I know my life is enriched for having known him. My deepest condolences to the family. May he Rest In Peace.

Cathi Peach posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Miriam, our deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss. Ira was a great kid and a great friend to Kyle. We will always cherish our many memories of Ira and Kyle together in their years of sports together.

Lydia Foley posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Ira, you will be missed. Thank you for years of memories, laughs and friendship.

Nina and Jim Rubin posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Dear Miriam, Aaron and Jerrod; Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. What a tragedy. May his memory be a blessing.

Heather R. Kaplan posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Dearest Miriam and family.. So very sad to learn about your son's passing. I just want to reach out to you to let you know that I am here to help you at any time. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your loved ones, and may Ira's memory always be for a blessing.

Jeff Hagarty posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Ira's spirit would light up a room and make everyone in it laugh. Impossible to ignore and impossible to forget. Condolences from across Canada to the entire family and everyone who will miss him. He was one of a kind.

Stan Horowitz posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

My deepest and most sincere condolences on the tragic loss of your son Ira.

Marysia and David Green posted a condolence

Friday, March 5, 2021

Dear Miriam, Aaron and Jerrod We are very sad to hear of Iras passing. He was a lovely person.it was always a pleasure to chat with him whenever he visited Julie and Michael at our home. We will miss him. Our most sincere condolences to the whole family.