KALIOPI THEOHAR
February 20, 1915 – February 14, 2021
Kaliopi died calmly and peacefully 6 days before her 106th Birthday.
Beloved mother of Ruth Playfair and Boris Theohar (Jacquie Gillies), adored and adoring grandmother of Joseph Playfair and the late Emma Playfair, she was predeceased by her husband Norman Theohar (1973) and her son, Dr Carl Theohar (2018).
Kaliopi loved to garden and her backyard became a favorite place for her great-grandchildren (children of Emma and Chris) – Will, Palmer and Jack – to play soccer, bat a ball, or hunt Easter eggs. Her beloved cat Maya also liked to roam about the bushes and bird feeders.
The tall trees and many flowers and statues in her garden always provided a welcome sanctuary where the family would gather on summer afternoons.
Kaliopi loved to crochet hats and doilies and blankets and gave them generously to those who came to her home. For many years she was a creative cook and hosted many family celebrations.
Kaliopi was able to fulfill her wish to remain in her home until the last few days of her life thanks to her family and the dedicated and compassionate support of Dr Aliya Hirani, nurse Susie Cuperfain and PSW Christy Cultura. We are forever grateful to them and their teams.
Kaliopi died peacefully on Valentine’s Day at Sunnybrook hospice, under the compassionate care of Dr Debbie Selby, many kind nurses, and the prayers of Chaplain John Zamiska.
Be in the Light, mother.
ruth cook
My condolences for the whole family. You have had a brutal couple of years, lots of stress and loss. Hope that you can all heal, re-energise and find joy in life again.
Ruth Cook
Ruth Playfair
Thank you, Tracy, for all your care and support over many years, and for just being there.
Love, Ruth
Marilyn Shepherd
Our deep sympathy to you, Ruth, and to Boris and Joseph. It was her time and yet the final goodbye brings sadness and the experience of loss.
She will be there in each of your memories and continue on in the memories of her great grandchildren. We wish for you peace and a lessening of the pain of all your sorrows.
With love from Marilyn and Paul
Ruth Playfair
Marilyn and Paul,
It is very comforting to have you as such long lasting friends. Your words and thoughts are so very appreciated.
Love, Ruth
Ruth Playfair
Thank you, Ruth, for all your care and support over many years.
Love, Ruth
Marguerite Alfred
My deepest condolences to you, Ruth, and your family. I remember your mom and my mom enjoying each other’s company the time they met and frequently enquiring after that, about each other. This is when, for consolation, you should recall the beautiful moments in her long life.
Peace and love,
Marguerite
Ruth Playfair
Thank you, Marguerite….that was indeed a beautiful encounter. You have been a great friend I have valued for many years, since we first taught together.
In the Light, Ruth
Christy Cultura
In behalf of our family I would like to extend our condolences to the family of late Kaliopi. Working with her is pleasure we never had a dull moment during my visit to her house.
Kaliopi , for sure will be missed by her entire family and friends. She was grateful, thoughtful, loving, kinds and excellent person.
She leave great memories in the heart of many.
We pray that the peace of God be upon and rooted into the heart of the family and flourish into a great new hope in life.
Christy Cultura
PSW
Ruth Playfair
Christy, you were so important to Kaliopi and to all of us. You went to see her twice a day and we all relied upon you to help her each day….and you never failed us. You brought her special joy the day she met your little girl.
Thank you for caring for our mom, as if she were your own grandmother.
We will always be grateful for your love and care.
Ruth and Boris
Glenith Ansley
My condolences, Ruth, to you, Boris and Joseph. How amazing that your mother was able to stay at home except for the last few days. That speaks of such love and dedication.
Praying for comfort and peace for the family.
love, Glenith
Ruth Playfair
Thank you, Glenith, for being a constant friend and support for so many years. I am glad you came back to Ontario.
Love from Ruth
Green Family
Dear Ruth, Boris and Family,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of your dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May you be spared further sorrow. Mrs. Theohar will be deeply missed by our family, who has had the great privilege of being her neighbour for over 29 years. We have so many warm memories of her. She was such a kind and sweet woman who always took a genuine interest in our family and we adored her. She will be in our hearts forever. You have been exemplary, devoted, loving and loyal children, grandchildren and great-grand children to her. An extraordinary family, whom we can only aspire to emulate in cherishing and caring for our loved ones.
With our deepest sympathy, Alison, Steven, Jared & Marlee
Ruth Playfair
Alison, thank you for always letting us know you were there to help us in any way we needed. Mother lived alone until the very end, and we knew we could call on you at any time.
You have always been so willing to help in so many ways.
She too, was lucky to have you and Steven and your children next door.
Our family is most grateful to you,
Ruth and Boris
Fatima Regina Toste
Dear Ruth, I am so sorry my deepest sympathies! I am here always here, when you need a friendly word.
Ruth Playfair
Dear Fatima,
I value your warmth and good cheer, and I love that you sing when you work.
Thank you for being such a kind and good friend, and a bright soul!
Love from Ruth
Jeannie Christoff Tsafaroff
Dear Ruth
While searching for an item on the internet containing a few letters of the name Theohar, I came upon the obituary for your mother. What a wonderful long and rich life she lived. To me, she was Auntie Kay, dancing at our cottage in her sombrero hat and dirndl skirt. Although we have not seen one another for many years, I have fond memories of our families together at Wasaga Beach. Sadly, very sadly, remembrances also included the deaths of Carl and your daughter. I am very sorry for your losses and I’m sure that you have a lifetime of memories to cherish.
Ruth Playfair
Well, well, well, it’s Jeannie , one of my most favourite people as a kid! It’s wonderful to hear from you. The times your Dad roasted lamb at the cottage, with Auntie Daisy there, are still memorable. I so loved being at the beach with you.
Facebook sent me a notice with your name but I never use Facebook, except when looking for someone/something, so “my” page has been taken over by strangers, and I was not able to cancel it when I tried.
Email me here, if you wish: rplayfair@sympatico.ca I’d like to know about you and your family too.
Thank you for reaching out, Jeannie. Auntie Kay would be pleased.
Love from Ruth
Fred James
Dear Ruth, My condolences to you on the loss of your mother. 106 is a remarkable age. All the best.
Fred James
Ruth Playfair
Thank you for your condolences, Fred. I hope you you are well and enjoying your retirement.
All the very best to you,
Ruth
Aliya Hirani
Dear Theohar Family,
Our entire team’s condolences to you all for the recent loss of your beautiful mom. She was so kind, radiant and gentle even in her final days. Her ever present smile and warmth we will cherish. May her soul rest in eternal peace. She was immensely blessed to have all your support always.
Sincerely,
Nima, Gail, Harita Sawyer LHIN and Dr. Hirani and our ICCT team
Ruth Playfair
Dear Dr Hirani and the ICCT Team,
We are forever grateful for the help, support and compassionate care provided by every one of you. It would not have been possible to keep our mom at home without all of you and your dedicated care. We could always call you for help, or with our questions. You are indeed an Angel Network!
Thank you for all you do for all our aging people.
With gratitude,
Ruth and Boris