In Memoriam
Loretta Chin (Costume)
Dear Members of the IATSE 873,
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Loretta Chin (Costume Member) on July 28, 2025.
Please see her obituary attached.
Her funeral details are below:
Visitation
Friday, August 8
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Lynett Funeral Home
3299 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Funeral Service
Saturday, August 9
10:00 AM
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
520 Sherbourne Street, Toronto
A Celebration of Life will also be held at a later date. Details will be shared when available.
Michael Forrester (Lighting Department)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Michael Forrester (Lighting Member) on July 11, 2025.
His obituary can be viewed here.
Raymond Vitellaro (Transportation)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Raymond Vitellaro (Transportation Member) on May 4, 2025.
His obituary, along with funeral details, can be viewed here.
Diana Irwin (Costume)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Diana Irwin (Costume) on March 12, 2025.
A memorial will be taking place at a later date and details will be shared when available. If you’d like to share your condolences, please contact Diana’s brother Henry at henryirwin49@yahoo.com or 416 624-0083.
Paul Michel (Lighting)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Paul Michel (Lighting) on February 26, 2025.
His obituary, along with funeral details, can be viewed here.