De Zorzi: James “Jim” Malcolm De Zorzi of Grand Bend, passed peacefully, at LHSC Victoria Hospital, London, on Saturday April 5, 2025, at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Joan De Zorzi for over 67 years. He will be missed by his children, Michael, Anne-Marie Maddalena (David), Mark (Kendra Knowles). Beloved grandpa of Teri-Lynn, Justin (Heidi), Nicole, Michelle (Patrick Long), Shane and Christine. Cherished great-grandpa of Chloe Thompson. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Karen Chapman and Georgina Coulter. Also remembered by his nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents Rudolph & Doris (Malcolmson) De Zorzi and brother-in-laws Eric Chapman and David Coulter. Resting at T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, with visitation on Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 2 to 4 pm. Funeral Mass at Immaculate Heart of Mary R.C. Church, Grand Bend, on Monday, April 14, at 11 am. Rev Fr. Tony Laforet Celebrant. Cremation to follow. Jim was a member of the Order of Alhambra, Algarva 168, Knights of Columbus Fr. J.M. Fogarty Council 8480 and was an active parishioner at Immaculate Heart of Mary R.C. Church and Church Choir. He was retired from the Middlesex County Board of Education in London. Memorial donations if desired to the Knights of Columbus or charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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Kim
Sending sympathy to Joan and family . The De Zorzis lived across the street from us on Prince George for many years . We had lots of good times . Sad to hear about Jim and our thoughts are with your family .
Kim and Mary Ann Fries
Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovie
Our thoughts and prayers are with Joan and her family at this sad time…Jim will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Cherish the wonderful memories you have..God Bless you all as you grieve for such a special man.
Angela
So very sorry for your loss. It has been my pleasure to serve Jim his daily coffee at MacPhersons for the past 30 years. He definitely will be missed. My heartfelt condolences…Angela
Caroline Klaver
I had the pleasure of getting to know Jim at the Alpha Course and found him to be a wise and faith filled man. May the heavens be opened wide to receive him.
Lorie Scott
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing, he will be remembered for his council terms and his long time volunteer record. It was a pleasure to have met him and he will be missed.
Lorie Scott
David McClure
Dear Joan and family ;
I enjoyed visiting and working with Jim in some of our PROBUS CLUB activities in GRAND BEND over the years ,
May all of you enjoy God’s blessings and be comforted in the days ahead .
Dave McClure .
Bob Campbell
I have memories of Jim as a neighbor and as a colleague in the MCBE. He was principled and careful in his responsibilities and, when the occasion demanded it, thoughtful and supportive. My condolences to all his family
Bob Campbell
Marg Evans
To Joan & Ann Marie and family, our sincere condolences for your loss. We remember Jim as a kind and good person. May your good memories of him stay with you. Kindly, Marg & Peter Evans
Gordon Mackay
My condolences to the DeZorzi family with respect to Jim’s passing. I first got to know Jim some 20+ years ago when my wife and I retired to Grand Bend and I joined Probus. I found Jim to be very community oriented who had a big heart and an engaging sense of humour. He will be missed.
Gordon Mackay
Collingwood, ON
Marty and Theresa Larkin
Our sincere condolences to Joan and family. Remembering all in our prayers.
Betty Poole
Sincere condolences to Joan and the family. I remember Jim from my days with the Middlesex County Board of Education. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Betty Poole
Annette Martens
Dear Joan….so, so sorry that I am not there to help with the funeral mass for Jim. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Jim had a wonderful voice and so freely shared his gift with us in the choir. I will remember that. Saying prayers for you in all the churches we visit here in Spain.
Annette
Gerald Forster
Our family will miss Jim and what he has contributed to our community and Algarva168 . Jim served this region to the best of his ability an your support behind him was endless.
I will never forget his help . Gerry Forster ,Shelley and Kym .