It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph “Joe” Palanica on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Joe was the beloved husband of Linda, father of Parrish (Sherry), grandfather of Mia and Simon and brother of Roma Kelembet and Joanne Gibson.

Joe was born September 9, 1943 in Brody, Ukraine and came to Canada with his parents and siblings in 1951. Joe was a longtime teacher with the TCDSB who loved his family and friends. He loved to travel and was packed before a trip was even planned. He was a runner, golfer, loved cycling, good food, great cognac and also a life long fitness fanatic.

Celebration of Life will be held at Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel (2357 Bloor St. W. Toronto) on Monday, March 17, 2025 between 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation in Joe’s memory.