It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Basil O’Prey, 85, who died
peacefully on December 18, 2025, after a 22 year battle with prostate cancer. Born on
March 29,1940 in Toronto, Ontario, to parents Maggie and Hugh O’Prey, Basil was the
youngest of 7 siblings, Philomena, Mary, Theresa, Bernard, Rita and Emmanuel.
Basil was a loyal and faithful husband to Joan, his loving wife for over 60 years. He was
a devoted father to Patrick and Denise (nee Cresdee), Kevin and Lynne (nee Rogers),
Kathleen and John (Iannarelli) and Theresa and Russ (Fockler). He was a proud
grandad, gdad and Superman to Christopher and Brooklyn (nee Harman), Connor and
Sydney (nee Lespouridis), Jamie and Colin (Lawrence), Nieve, Elizabeth and Spencer
(DiPaolo), Riley, Liam, Cole and Jordyn (Willcocks), Brendan, Thomas and Claire, as
well as a great-grandad to baby Jack.
Basil was an exceptional storyteller who had a big booming baritone voice and a larger-
than-life presence, which wrapped around you as soon as he walked into the room. The
epitome of a good man, Basil was beloved by all who came across his path. He was a
man of great courage, faith, kindness and humour. Basil’s zest for life, joyful spirit,
awesome hugs and unwavering love for his family and friends will never be forgotten.
A private funeral will take place for immediate family members only, followed by a
Celebration of Life to be held at a future date.
Please feel free to leave a message of condolence.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent in Basil's name to the Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research .
Very sorry for your loss, and hoping you have great memories to help you heal in this difficult time.
Brian Urquhart Brooklin December 20, 2025
My heartfelt condolences to the O’Prey family. Thinking of you all and sending love during this difficult time. May you find comfort in re...
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My heartfelt condolences to the O’Prey family. Thinking of you all and sending love during this difficult time. May you find comfort in remembering him and celebrating his life.
Keegan McGonigal Whitby December 20, 2025
Keegan McGonigal Whitby December 20, 2025
May the wonderful memories that you shared be with your family always.
Keeping you in my thoughts and heart during this sad time.
Lynn
Lynn Haines Keswick December 20, 2025
I shall pray for your Husband and Dad knowing that he is at peace .
Love & God Bless the O’Prey’s
John and Doreen White Dorchester, Ontario December 19, 2025
Pat, Denise, Elizabeth and Thomas, I am so very sorry for your loss. Basil sounds like a man who truly valued his family and friends and w...
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Pat, Denise, Elizabeth and Thomas, I am so very sorry for your loss. Basil sounds like a man who truly valued his family and friends and will be missed by so many xoxo
Andrea Payne Bradley Ajax December 19, 2025
Andrea Payne Bradley Ajax December 19, 2025
Dear Aunt Joan, Patrick , Kevin ,
Katie and Theresa.
I am so very sad that Uncle Basil
( Bas ) has passed away.
I’ll no longer hear h...
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Dear Aunt Joan, Patrick , Kevin ,
Katie and Theresa.
I am so very sad that Uncle Basil
( Bas ) has passed away.
I’ll no longer hear him utter the words …
“ Hi Big John “
John and Doreen White Dorchester, Ontario December 19, 2025
John and Doreen White Dorchester, Ontario December 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Rosa & Rob Iannarelli Mississauga December 19, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss and may the happy memories of your DAD stay with you always. We wish you peace and strength during this tim...
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We are so sorry for your loss and may the happy memories of your DAD stay with you always. We wish you peace and strength during this time of sorrow.
Lisa and Keenan Watters Ajax December 19, 2025
Lisa and Keenan Watters Ajax December 19, 2025
I am so extremely sorry for your families loss. I will always remember him as a warm and carry person and welcoming me into the family wit...
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I am so extremely sorry for your families loss. I will always remember him as a warm and carry person and welcoming me into the family with open arms. His deep voice and big heart I will always remember. He will surely be missed. Sending my love to everyone in the family ❤️❤️
Jason Lumley Pickering December 19, 2025
Jason Lumley Pickering December 19, 2025
Sending our heartfelt condolences to all the O'Prey family.Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.Love and peace ...
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Sending our heartfelt condolences to all the O'Prey family.Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.Love and peace to you.Love,Marie and Ted
Marie and Ted Stokes Scarborough December 19, 2025
Marie and Ted Stokes Scarborough December 19, 2025
Dearest Aunt Joan, Pat, Kevin, Katie, Theresa and families,
We wish to express our deepest sympathy and condolences on our behalf as well...
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Dearest Aunt Joan, Pat, Kevin, Katie, Theresa and families,
We wish to express our deepest sympathy and condolences on our behalf as well as my mom's. Uncle Basil was definitely a great man. As you know my mom loved him dearly as we all did. He will be missed. Love and Condolences.
Theresa Tracey, Dave and Marg Bartlett.
Dave and Marg Bartlett Fenelon Falls On December 19, 2025
Dave and Marg Bartlett Fenelon Falls On December 19, 2025
I’m so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with all the O’Preys during this challenging time. Sending our love and condolences.
F...
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with all the O’Preys during this challenging time. Sending our love and condolences.
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