Maria "Marika" Mary Lupu

Marika (Maria) Lupu passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, in her 102nd year, with family by her side. She was a deeply loved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She is remembered for her strong determination, positive attitude, love of family, and as an inspiration to all who knew her.

She was the beloved wife of the late Toma (Tony) Lupu; a devoted mother to Fr. Michael (Lillian), Tom (Nancy), and Flory (Russell); a cherished grandmother to Nicu, Maria, Yvanna, Hillary, and Marshall; and a proud great-grandmother to Nicholas, Henry, Edison, and Harriet.

Marika immigrated to Canada from the Ukraine alone as a young woman after the Second World War, where she met the love of her life, Toma. Together, they married and built a successful life as tailors and real estate entrepreneurs in Toronto, where they raised their three children. Marika and Toma were actively involved in building the Romanian Orthodox Church community in Toronto.

Marika had a passion for gardening. Her yard was always carefully cultivated, filled with vibrant flowers, vegetables, and fruit trees that reflected her patience, dedication, and love of beauty.

She embraced new technology, impressing her family by learning how to use a cell phone at the age of 95, using it to stay connected with and to enjoy photos of those she loved most.

A visitation will be held at Jerrett Funeral Homes, located at 660 Kennedy Road, Toronto, Ontario, M1K2B5, on January 2, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

The funeral service is scheduled for January 3, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm, at Saint George Romanian Orthodox Cathedral, 247 Rosethorn Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M6M 3K9.

With the burial to follow at Glen Oaks Cemetery, 3164 Ninth Line, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 7A8.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Marika Lupu to Doctors Without Borders.

The family welcomes online condolences, which may be shared on the Jerrett Funeral Homes – Scarborough Chapel website.