Ron Wilson passed on February 5th at 91.
Ron was a long time member of CSA and served as an Inspector, supervisor and manager for the Field Services team. In retirement Ron attended many retiree events. Check out some photos of Ron below.
Ron’s obituary published in The Toronto Star can be viewed by clicking here.
Did you know that as a CSA Group retiree you can be an EMBA member? EMBA is CSA Group’s social committee. For only $68.25 per year you can enjoy all EMBA events at special member pricing. In past years, EMBA members have been skiing, golfing, to the race track, Blue Jays games and more. They celebrate the holiday season with a children’s Christmas party and a dinner & dance.
To become a member of EMBA: contact EMBA at emba@csagroup.org and you will be directed on how to e-transfer your membership dues.
Timo Venalainen passed away on December 1, 2024 at the age of 77.
Timo worked at CSA for 37 years. He joined as a Certification Engineer after graduating from U of T. He became the Senior Engineer of the Audio/Video group in the 1980’s while the team was still at the Taber Road location. He was promoted to Technical Manager, Electronics in 2003. Although rather quiet, Timo excelled in providing technical training to the team.
Timo was an active tennis player and organized the CSA Tournament several times. He was a proficient skier and always attended the CSA ski trips. Timo was active in his retirement attending many retiree events.
Timo is survived by his wife Lorna and sons Marty and Jonathan, who works at CSA.
The visitation will occur on Wednesday, December 4th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at Ward Funeral Home at 2035 Weston Road, Toronto, with the funeral service (also at Ward) on December 5th at 10:30am (Toronto time). Lunch will follow the service. The service will be livestreamed.
For more information and to leave your message of condolence to Timo’s family, please visit: https://www.wardfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/timo-venalainen
We’re sad to announce the passing of Bob Nelson from Standards Division at the age of 78. His obituary with information on visitation and funeral can be found at Bob’s Obituary page.
John Howarth passed away on August 17, 2024. John was a part of Corporate IT for over 20 years, spending many years at the Spectrum Way office. He held several roles in IT and would be recognized by many from his days doing desk-top support.
John didn’t get a chance to retire, leaving us way before his time. Information on Visitation – Thursday August 22 and Funeral – Friday August 23 is on on John’s Memorial page where you can also leave messages of condolence for his family.
Andrew Preisz passed away on May 13, 2024. Andrew was a member of the Inspections team joining CSA in the mid-’80s.
On May 31, 2024, John Kean turns 90 years young!
From Newfoundland to Toronto with a few stops along the way. From Inspector to President of CSA, John has led an interesting life. We owe John a great debt. For it was John who started the Retirees Club. He continues to keep-in-touch, with, well, almost everyone!
Please join us in wishing John a healthy and happy 90th birthday by leaving a comment below.
Marjorie passed away on November 13. 2023 in her 89th year. Marjorie retired many years ago, but you may remember when she was responsible for Purchasing, with her office on the main floor near the windows on Rexdale Blvd. She wasn’t far from the Accounting department, where her husband John, who passed in 2006, was working.
Please visit Marjorie’s Obituary and Tribute Wall to leave a message for her family.
Update (thanks to Dave Z.): For those interested, there will be a memorial service for Marjorie on Wednesday, March 27 at St. James Anglican Church in Caledon East, ON at 11:30am followed by a light lunch. If anyone is interested in attending in person or virtually, contact Jennie Buckler at jennie.buckler1@gmail.com.
A group of CSA Retirees meet at the Swiss Chalet in Bolton at noon on the last Monday of each month. Gary Holloway organizes this lunch and you must check in with him to reserve your seat at the table. Please contact Gary at gbholloway@bell.net for further information and/or to be included.
We’re pleased to announce that Terri Smith has been appointed President of the CSA Retirees’ Club.
Terri worked at CSA Rexdale from 1987 to 2010 starting as a Systems Analyst and Manager in IRG (Information Resources Group), then as part of the CGI consulting team, and later as a Manager and Director in Corporate IT.
Post retirement, Terri joined the executive committee of the Retirees’ Club in 2011. She updated the Club’s website and is the webmaster for the http://www.csaretirees.org site.
Terri replaces Brian McCran who stepped down as President in October. During Brian’s tenure he guided the Club through the challenging COVID lockdown finding new ways for members to socialize by leading monthly Zoom sessions, and introducing summer picnics. He revitalized activities post COVID and continues to plan events for the club. Brian was also instrumental in revising the Club’s guidelines and in bringing renewed structure to our committee. THANK YOU BRIAN!
The Retirees’ Club Executive Committee consists of Terri Smith, Brian McCran, Daniel Barbini (Treasurer), Mel Doig (Recording Secretary), Susan Morley, Kris Jones and Chiu Wong.
The Club executive can be reached by sending an email to csaretirees.info@gmail or by leaving a message on the “Contact Us” page.
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