In Memoriam
Peter DaPrato (Grip)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Peter DaPrato (Grip and Executive Board Member, Retired International Representative) on November 4, 2025.
His obituary can be found HERE. Details of his celebration of life will be shared when available.
Chris Andrews (Scenic)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Chris Andrews (Scenic Member) on September 18, 2025.
A Celebration of Life will be taking place on Friday, November 14, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, at The Keating Channel, 2 Villiers St, Toronto, M5A 1B1.
Marika Nitski (Costume)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Marika Nitski (Costume Member) on October 10, 2025.
Doug Novis (Lighting)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Doug Novis (Lighting Member) on October 10, 2025.
His family have requested that any members who have photos they can share of Doug at work, to please send them to John O’Boyle at johneoboyle@hotmail.com.
There will be a celebration of life for Doug on Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion – 35 Front Street North, Port Credit, Ontario.
Please view his obituary here.
Jim Crowe (Transportation)
We are saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Jim Crowe (Transportation) on July 16, 2025.
His family have asked to share that there will be a Celebration of Life for Jim on Sunday, September 28, 2025 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Drury Funeral Home, 519 Victoria St E, Alliston, ON. Everyone is welcome. They ask that any questions be directed to his daughter-in-law, Nada Ristov, on 778-861-4310.
Please view his obituary here.