In Celebration of

Stephen Stefanoff

January 1, 1937 -  December 22, 2025

With great sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Stephen Stefanoff, age 88, on December 22, 2025, in Mississauga, ON. Born in Montreal on Jan. 1, 1937, to the late Filaret and Eva Stefanoff, he spent most of his life in the Toronto/Mississauga area. Stephen enjoyed a long and fulfilling career with the Toronto Board of Education, teaching at the elementary and intermediate levels. In his leisure time, he was an avid reader, fisherman, photographer, stamp collector, and faithful fan of both the Toronto Blue Jays and Raptors.

Stephen was predeceased by his son, Phillip Stefanoff. He leaves behind his two daughters, Genya (Huyen) and Karen, and his grandsons Matthew, Jason, Nicholas and Gavin. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on April 17th from 11am - 2 pm at Turner and Porter, Neweduk Chapel, 1981 Dundas Street West, Mississauga, Ontario. Private family interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Trillium Health Partners.

Stephen will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Guestbook 

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Ron Starr (friend)

Entered January 3, 2026 from mississauga

my deepest condolences to the family on the passing of your father. Although I haven’t seen him for many years, I often reminisced about some of our discussions on politics, stamps, and fishing. R I P

Elaine Briere (Friend)

Entered January 3, 2026 from Mississauga

My sincere condolences to the entire family. My parents knew Stephen from the Erin Mills Parkway condo and he was a dear friend to my father Jack Kelly after my mum’s passing. I have fond memories of the Condo gang (Stephen, Elma, Margaret, Margaret and Dad) visiting our home many times over the years. One of dad’s best memories is going to spring training for the Jays in Florida one year with Fred too. Please let us know when the service will be as there are many who will want to pay their respects to your wonderful and kind father.

wang b chow (former student from Niagara public sxhool.)

Entered January 3, 2026 from Toronto

I have fond memories of Mr. Stefanoff as my grade 6 teacher at Niagara public school in Toronto. I joined the school stamp club that he started at that school in 1967 and remember his wonderful kindness and dedication. He was one of my favorite teachers and over all these years I still think of him. Thank you very much for being such a great teacher and human being. RIP Mr. Stefanoff.

Audrey Cherevaty (Friend)

Entered January 4, 2026 from Mississauga

My dear Stephen, you will be greatly missed. Drove by the Swiss Chalet last week. I will miss having lunch with you.
Condolences to your family. Your life is one to celebrate.

Joyce Brant (MCClub)

Entered January 4, 2026 from Kitchener

Great sense of humour….just a great person!

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