Anton was born in Yugoslavia in 1932, and came to Canada in 1953 with his parents and five siblings. He worked at a great variety of jobs over the years in Alberta and in Ontario. Anton was always known as a happy, very social person. He loved to attend dances and events, talking with everyone and genuinely interested in their lives. He so enjoyed playing his harmonica and singing and dancing the night away. He was a member of the Donauschwaben Klub and continued to attend all the German events, weekly card games and Sunday bingos.
Anton is survived by his loving wife Lori, former spouse Kathe; his daughter RoseMary (Tony Vetere), son Peter Saler (Rita), step-daughter Angela Gruenthal (David Coatsworth).
Anton was the cherished Opa of Kevin (Tarren), John (Tania), Rob (Michaela), Mike (Renée), Matthew, Samantha (Dylan), Hayley.
Anton was also blessed with three great-grandchildren, Ava Rose, Samuel, James.
He will be greatly missed by his siblings John (Linda), Mary, Steve (Nellie); and his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends around the globe. Anton was predeceased by his sister Kathy (John), brother-in-law Simon and his brother Nick.
A celebration of life will be held at Giffen-Mack Funeral Home – 4115 Lawrence Avenue East, West Hill on Saturday October 15, 2022 at 12:30 pm. Cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Scarborough Health Network – General Site would be greatly appreciated.
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