Marcel Himel 
Moshe Ben Avraham ve Sara

Death Date: Thursday, July 08, 2021 Yahrzeit Date: 28 Tammuz 5781
Funeral Date: Sunday, July 11, 2021 Funeral Time:
Funeral Place: Graveside
Cemetery: Pardes Shalom Cemetery Cemetery Section: Holy Blossom Temple
Shiva Address: Family Shiva, ,
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MARCEL HIMEL Beloved son of the late Regine and Albert Grinblat, and adopted son of the late Ruth and Howard Himel, Marcel passed away on July 8th, 2021 at the age of 84. Marcel was the cherished husband of Patty, and the adored and adoring father of Nicole Himel and Hugh Lissaman and Stephanie Himel and Tiran Hagigi. Marcel was the biggest hero and cheerleader, and the most beloved Shel, to Rachel and Leah Lissaman and Eden Hagigi. Marcel was predeceased by his brother Mel, and he leaves behind his sister Linda Selverne, his sister-in-law Arlene Himel, and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Peter and Diane Mandell. Marcel was a child of the Holocaust, who faced great challenges in his life, both in France during and after the war and after coming to Canada alone at the age of 12. Despite life's difficulties, he was one of the finest and most humble and gracious men we have ever known, and was unceasingly patient, kind and gentle. He leaves behind family members in Canada, Israel, the U.S. and France, and countless dear lifelong friends. Marcel loved deeply, and was loved deeply in return.
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Due to Covid restrictions, Marcel's funeral service will be by invitation only, and there will be no Shiva. When the time is right, we will welcome all who wish to join us to gather and remember Marcel. Please reach out to Nicole at nicole.himel@gmail.com or Stephanie at 2stepha@gmail.com if you would like to join us at a later date. If you wish, donations may be made in his memory to the Princess Margaret Hospital, Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, the Toronto Wildlife Centre or a charity of your choice, with our gratitude. We are also grateful for the exceptional care Marcel received from everyone at the Princess Margaret Hospital, but extend our thanks in particular to Dr. Brenda O'Connor, Dr. Grainne O'Kane and all of the staff on 16P fo