It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Josip Palakovic on July 10, 2023 at the age of 92.
Beloved husband to Maria of 68 years. Adored father to Walter Palakovic (Glendene) and Zeljko Palakovic. Cherished deda to Heather Hale (Stephen), Erika Palakovic (Steve), Rachel Grivel (Jeff) and Katherine Palakovic. Survived by his sister Katarina Krizancic in Croatia. Predeceased by his sister Mary Horvat and brother-in-laws Joe Horvat and Josip Krizancic. He will be deeply missed by his niece, nephew, cousins, extended family and friends in Canada and Croatia. Josip worked for Stelco for 26 years and has been retired for the past 27 years. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at Juravinski Hospital for the kind care and compassion given to Josip. Visitation will be held at MARKEY-DERMODY FUNERAL HOME, 1774 King Street E. (at Kenilworth) on Sunday, July 16, 2023 from 2pm-4pm. Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Cross Croatian Church, 1883 King Street E. on Monday, July 17, 2023 at 11am with Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Burlington.