Mr. George Debono

Obituary

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of George Debono, who passed away peacefully on October 16,2025, at his home in Toronto Ontario, at the age of 89. Born on December 1st 1935, in Qormi, Malta. George is predeceased by his beloved parents Carmelo Debono and Maria Dolores (nee Farruiga), his sister Carmen Grech (nee Debono) and brother in law Salvu Grech, Lola and husband John Debono, Sister in law Connie Debono (nee Zerafa) , brother in law Leli Zammit, brother in law Joseph Testa, and youngest brother Michael Debono. He is survived by his brothers Leli Debono and sister in law Colette Debono, Alfredo (Fredu) Debono, his sisters Silvia Zammit , Gina Frendo (nee Debono) and Tony Frendo, and Agnus Testa , plus many cherished nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews.

George was the devoted husband to Mary Debono (nee Attard) , with whom he shared a loving marriage and family . Together, they raised a son Charlie Debono, married to Lori Debono (nee Davidson) father of Adam Debono married to Victoria (nee Morozovo) parents of Bear Debono, Billie Debono, and Theodora Debono, father of Christopher Debono married to Isabel Debono (nee Kogut) parents to Leo Debono, and father of Samantha Debono. George immigrated to Toronto Canada in 1964 to build a new life and Mary and Charlie soon followed. They settled in the Junction and still reside there to this day. George valued family and the Maltese cultures which he instilled in us all. He worked hard to provide for his family. George enjoyed spending time with his three grandchildren , woodworking in his garage, fishing, cooking and the sport of horse racing..

A life remembered

George’s life was defined by integrity, dedication and strength. His wisdom, humour and generosity of spirit will remain with all who had the privilege of knowing him.

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