Sheldon Israel FAINER

Sheldon Israel Fainer, born on October 10, 1930, in Bilgoraj, Poland, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, in Toronto, Canada, surrounded by his family. He was predeceased by his father Chaim, mother Mala Rachael, and siblings Esther and Barish, who perished during the war. Sheldon is survived by his beloved wife of 71 years, Beverley Fainer, and their children Rhonda Fainer Bernick and Randy Gold, David Fainer and Tammy Deschamp, and Paula Fainer and Anthony Jones. He was a cherished grandfather to Jenna Bernick, Lauren Bernick, Noah Fainer, Daniel Bensimon, and Jessica Bensimon. An accomplished businessman, Sheldon operated Designer Fabrics for 64 years, leaving a significant impact on Toronto's fashion industry. Known as the Mayor of Parkdale, he fostered relationships across the city. Services will be held on July 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, with interment at Bathurst Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to One Family Fund.