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Monica Steffi Gradek (nee Orr)
November 3, 1922 - May 11, 2020
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<div itemprop="description">In loving Memory of Monica Steffi Gradek <br>It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Monica Steffi Gradek on May 11th 2020, after a valiant battle with Covid-19 virus. Throughout her life, Monica touched the hearts of countless people with her wisdom, resolve, kindness and support. Born in Poland, a survivor of the Holocaust , Monica came to Canada after the war with her late husband, Jan Gradek, with whom she was happily married for 50 years, until his passing in 1998. Together, they built an incredible life and she valued every moment. She was a loving and devoted mother to her four children, a successful businesswoman, and a brilliant creative mind who had endless interests and hobbies. Monica travelled the world and was fluent in nine languages. She is survived by her children John (Stella Milo), Thomas (Diane Plante), Monique (Fred Aardema) and Anne (Len Boucher, deceased), her grandchildren David, Marcus, Joseph, Aimee, Michael, Kim, Stephan, Melissa and Bill , as well as 10 great grandchildren. Memorial services will be announced at a later date and the burial will be held in St. Sauveur. <br>We offer our gratitude to the staff of CHSLD Bayview for their kindness and comfort during the many years she lived there. <br>Our heartfelt thanks to Kat for her dedication in caring for our mother for 7 years. <br>Messages of condolences can be sent to www.rideaumemorial.com <br></div>