In Celebration of

Ben Messore

December 16, 1932 -  February 7, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ben (Bernardo) Messore (Dec. 16, 1932 – Feb. 7, 2020). Beloved husband to Jean, loving father to Anne (Ruairi Walsh), Julie (Oliver Barnett) and Lucy (Peter Dorgan). Affectionately known as Bampy to his seven grandchildren, Emme, Pierce, Ronan, Gemma, Mae, Bernie and Cara. Dear son to the late Rocco and Rosa, brother to the late Cladinoro (Elena) and sisters, Vincenzina and Carmelina. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, in Canada, Italy and the United States.

We wish to thank the Palliative Care team and Care Partners for their support and care during Ben’s final days.

Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas St. W., Etobicoke (between Kipling & Islington Aves.) on Thursday from 2 to 4:30 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at Transfiguration of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church, 45 Ludstone Drive, Toronto, on Friday, February 14, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. For those who wish memorial donations may be made to St. Francis Table or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca

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Olga and Kalman Csupor (Friend)

Entered February 8, 2020 from Etobicoke

Dear Jean and Family.

May you find peace and comfort. In the love of those who care about you.

In Deepest Sympathy.

Olga and Kalman.

Lydia Chouinard (Niece)

Entered February 9, 2020 from Pleasant Ridge

My Uncle Ben had an incredible life and he created an exceptional family with my Aunt Jean. He always wore a great wide smile and delighted in all of us "children", especially his grandchildren very much! My Uncle was fun to listen to and we enjoyed spending time with him. He cared for our beach, would clean it and then prepare bonfires. He will be greatly missed and our memories of him will be cherished.

Ruth McKernan Strand (Friend)

Entered February 9, 2020

Prayers for you, Jean, and your family. May your husband rest in peace.

Neave McCann (Friend of your daughter Lucy)

Entered February 10, 2020 from Mississauga

Ben, I did not know you, however I know your daughter Lucy and three of your beautiful grandchildren; they speak volumes for the type of person and father you must have been. I am thinking of your family at this time as they grieve losing you, and know that you will guide them through. Rest In Peace.

Debbie Gauthier (Friend)

Entered February 10, 2020 from Brampton

My sincerest sympathy is extended to all of Ben’s family. May you find comfort and peace in your many cherished memories of happier times. My prayers are with all of you.

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