Ante Furlan

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ante Furlan in Georgetown, Ontario. He will be much loved and missed by his son Ivan (Marijana) and his daughter Ana as well as numerous nephews and nieces. Ante was predeceased by his wife Mandica, his parents Joso and Marija Furlan, as well as sisters Pepa, Marija, Neda, and Anka.

Ante was born in and raised in Čanak, Lika, Croatia. He survived great tragedy and harrowing experiences early in his life, losing his father, grandfather, uncle, and numerous cousins, all of whom fell for Croatia during WW2. These events robbed him of his childhood and created apprehension that haunted him his entire life, but also created a man who found solace though hard work, allowing him to provide for his family from a young age.

Ante worked at CN rail for many years upon his family’s immigration to Canada in 1972. Ante’s greatest moments were spending time with family, being around those closest to him, and the diplomatic recognition of Croatia was a great event for him.

Due to Covid 19, the family has decided to have a private service. Ante will be laid to rest in the Prince George Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Croatia earthquake appeal through the Canadian Red Cross.

“Počivaj u miru Bozjem, Tata”