Obituaries

The ZSO informs you of the sad passing of Fram Pestonji Sethna, who departed peacefully on March 24, 2025.

Beloved husband of Yasmin, cherished father of Farhad (Anaheet) and Cyra (Shahveer), and devoted grandfather to Zubin, Zenia, Nasha, and Mitra, Fram's legacy of love and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

In accordance with the family's wishes, all religious ceremonies will be held privately.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Sethna family during this difficult time.

The ZSO informs you of the sad passing of Shahnaz Marolia.

She was the beloved daughter of Tehmi and Adi Irani, devoted wife of Phiroz Marolia, cherished mother of Natasha Kapur (nee Marolia) and Parzan Marolia, and loving mother-in-law to Akhil Kapur and Pinaz Marolia. Shahnaz was a doting grandmother to Alina and Aiden Kapur, as well as Viyana and Zara Marolia. She also leaves behind her dear sisters-in-law, Dinyar, Nergish, and Aloo Marolia.

Prayer services will be held at ZSO, Dadgah Room, as follows:

Sunday, March 16 at 7:45 pm - Sarosh-nu-Patru

Monday, March 17 at 7:45 pm - Sarosh-nu-Patru

Tuesday, March 18 at 4:30 pm - Uthamna ceremony

Tuesday, March 18 at 7:45 pm - Sarosh-nu-Patru

Wednesday, March 19 at 4:30 am - Patli-Raat-nu Uthamna

Wednesday, March 19 at 1:00 pm - Funeral Ceremony at the Glen Oaks Funeral Home in Oakville.

The ZSO informs you of the sad passing of Khorshed Firoze (Kali) Divecha who have passed away on February 11, 2025.

Prayers will be held at the Mehraban Guiv Darbe Mehr on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12 pm.

Khorshed Divecha is the mother of Darayus Firoze Divecha and mother-in-law of Dhan Divecha.

Sincere condolences to the bereaved family.

Garothman behst hojoji, Sarosh Yazad Tamhari panama.

The ZSO informs you of the sad passing of NOWZER MAJAINAH on Sunday March 2nd in London, England.

He was the son of Late Godrej and Dhunmai Majainah, husband of Kay and Father of Rustam (Chrissie)

Brother of Navaz and late (Kawas Aga) , Khurshid and Jehangir Engineer and (Late) Nusserwanji Majainah.

He was Uncle to Piroozee and Cyrus Khursigara,Behram and Zeena Aga, Narius Aga and Fiona Engineer , Godrej and Kate Engineer.

The ZSO informs you of the sad passing of Rohinton B. Daruwala, husband of Farida (nee Mistri), father of Stanley Daruwala (wife: Narges), grandfather of Lucas Ali and Penelope Rose, brother of Quinee Z. Patel and Jehangir Daruwala.

Prayer Schedule at the Mehraban Guiv Darb-e-Meher and online:

• Sarosh prayers: Monday, February 24th and Tuesday, February 25th at 7 p.m. each day.
• Uthamnu Ceremony: Tuesday, February 25th at 5 p.m

The Funeral ceremony will be held on Friday, February 28th at 11 a.m. at the Kane-Jerrett Funeral Home, 8088 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON L4J 6W6. Tel: 905-889-8889.

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The ZSO informs you of the sad passing of Late Jehangir Vesuna on Monday, February 17th in Toronto, Ontario at the age of 76.

Jehangir, son of Gul and Hormuz Vesuna, was a loving husband to Dilshad Vesuna.

At this time, the family does not want to be contacted.

Prayers will be held as follows:

• Funeral prayers: Tuesday, February 18th at 3 pm at Kane Jerrett Funeral Home, 8088 Yonge Street, Toronto.
• Sarosh-nu Patru: Tuesday, February 18th at 6 pm at the Darbe Mehr
• Uthamna prayers: Wednesday, February 19th at 4.45 pm at the Darbe Mehr
• Sarosh-nu Patru: Wednesday, February 19th at 7pm at the Darbe Mehr

May his soul rest in Eternal Peace with Ahura Mazda's blessings and may his journey progress towards divine love and light.

The ZSO informs you of the sad passing of Khorshed Firoze (Kali) Divecha, wife of the late Firoze (Kali) Divecha, mother of Darayus Firoze Divecha and mother-in-law of Dhan Divecha on February 11, 2025.

Prayers will be held at the Mehraban Guiv Darb-e-Meher on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 4:00 pm.

In Loving Memory of Sam Vesuna

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Sam M. Vesuna, past president of the Zoroastrian Society of Ontario (ZSO) and the World Zoroastrian Organization (WZO) Canada, who left us on February 06, 2025, at SunnyBrook Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada.

Sam was an instrumental leader in the ZSO and a noble, humble soul. His unwavering dedication, generosity, and kindness touched the lives of many. He provided invaluable support to those in need, leaving a lasting impact on the Zoroastrian community in Ontario and worldwide.

Sam is survived by his children: Jamsheed, Zal (Ballentine), Xerxes (Anna); his grandchildren: Rochella (Jordan), Cyrus, Alexander, Safina, James, Gavriel, Dahlia; and his great-grandchildren: Vanessa and Joshua.

His leadership, compassion, and contributions will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

May his soul find eternal peace.

Prayer Schedule:

• Sarosh Prayers: Friday, Feb 7 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | MGDM
• Funeral Service: Saturday, Feb 8 | 11:00 am | Kane-Jerrett Funeral Home (8088 Yonge St, Thornhill, ON L4J 6W6)
• Uthamna: Saturday, Feb 8 | 3:30 pm | MGDM
•  Sarosh: Saturday, Feb 8 | 5:45 pm | MGDM

We invite you to watch the videos celebrating Sam Vesuna's incredible life, achievements, and lasting impact. Through these moments, we honour his legacy and cherish the memories he left behind.

Video Memoir