In Celebration of
Horst Oelschlegel
January 7, 1936 - December 16, 2025
It is with sad hearts that we share the passing of Horst who died peacefully at the age of 89 years. Born in Amberg Germany, the youngest of six children, Horst emigrated to Canada in June 1957 with the intention to go on to America but met the love of his life Irene at church in Toronto, and decided to stay.
Horst was a cherished husband to Irene for 65 years, who predeceased him in September 2024.
A loving father to Karin (Frank), Opi to Katie (Andrew), Matthew (Meghan) and Luke (Amy) and great Opi to Nicolas, Ella, William, Jake, Lauren and Callahan.
Horst will be remembered for his deep faith and his love for the church he attended. He was a math teacher with the Scarborough school board who continually did studies to increase his knowledge in theology. After he retired mission work in Africa, Russia and Mexico became a passion as well as pleasure travel to Europe and many other destinations with Irene. Summers at the cottage up north became a happy second home where many special family times were shared.
We are comforted that Horst is now with Irene in heaven and with his Lord whom he loved.
A memorial service will be held at Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, January 30, 2026 at 11:00 am with a reception to follow.