It is with heavy hearts that we would like to announce the passing of Frederick Ligorio D’Silva. He was born June 30th, 1932 in Karachi, Pakistan and died September 27th, 2023 peacefully at home. His battle with cancer over the last year showed his courage in facing life’s challenges with a smile. Despite everything, Fred came out a hero and stayed strong until the very end.

Fred is predeceased by his parents, Ligorio and Lily, and his siblings, Edith, Jerome, Phillip, Marjorie, Joan, and Maurice. He is survived by his beautiful and devoted wife Melba and his loving brother Ronnie. He was a proud father to his children, Oscar(Kari), Darryl(Stella) and Wendy(Burl). He was an even prouder grandfather, known as Pa, to Alexander, Madison, Aris, Kyla, Scarlett and Tristan.

He left an indelible mark on the landscape of Toronto but his legacy does not lie in bricks and mortar, but rather in how he impacted everyone he knew. He was always willing to offer help to anyone who asked.

His teasing and thought-provoking questions were always his staple but most of all his positive attitude and charisma will be forever imprinted in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Frederick's memory can be made to the Habitat For Humanity or the Down Syndrome Association of Toronto.