Obituary of Mr. Karl Haab

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Karl passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024, surrounded by family at Scarborough General Hospital. He was born on April 1, 1934 in Horgen, Switzerland, the oldest son of his father, Karl Sr., and mother, Elise. He is survived by his devoted wife of 48 years, Tessie, and his loving children, Cheryl (Marc), Mia (Thomas), Rick (Sharon), and Karen (Eddie). He will be forever missed by his cherished grandchildren, Dustin, Jodi, Benicio, Arik, Gabriel, Aria, and Sabine, and his great-grandson, Anakin.

He is predeceased by his brother Hans, and survived by his brothers Markus and Fritz.

Karl was passionately dedicated to bringing music to thousands of children and families in Scarborough through his life’s work with the New Conservatory of Music. He will be fondly remembered for his early gymnastics achievements, his enduring sense of humour, and generous dispensing of stock market advice.

Viewing will take place on Thursday, August 1 and Friday, August 2 from 5-8 pm, and services on Saturday, August 3 at 12:45 pm, at Ogden Funeral Homes, 4164 Sheppard Avenue East in Scarborough.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the MusiCounts music education charity or Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation would be deeply appreciated.