Kireta -Ivan
With heavy hearts, we share the news of Ivan Kireta’s passing at the age of 83. He was born on July 21, 1942, in Hrvatsko Selo, Croatia, and peacefully left us on December 30, 2025, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.
Ivan was the son of the late Josip and Eva Kireta. He grew up in Croatia surrounded by family and culture. He is preceded in death by his dear sisters, Jana and Eva, as well as his brother Franjo; their memories remained close to him throughout his life.
He will be remembered fondly as a dedicated husband, loving father, and a doting grandfather. Ivan is survived by his wife of 60 years, Slavka Kireta. Together they raised two sons: Zlatko Kireta (Joanne) and Josip Kireta, who will always hold onto his lessons and love.
As a grandfather, he found great joy in spending time with his grandchildren: Caitlyn (Brock), Zachary (Kaitlyn), Oliva (Ash), and Calvin (Mia) Kireta. His values of love and kindness will continue through them.
Ivan’s life was marked by hard work and dedication to his family. Those who knew him will remember him for his warmth, sense of humor, and strong character that influenced everyone lucky enough to know him.
He will be deeply missed but always loved.
Visitation will take place at Windsor Chapel (Central Chapel) located at 1700 Tecumseh Rd E (519)253-7234 on Sunday January 4, 2026 from 2 to 5pm and again from 7 to 9pm. Prayers are scheduled for Sunday at 7pm followed by K of C prayers.
The funeral service will be held on Monday January 5, 2026 at 9:15am starting from the funeral home before proceeding to St. Francis of Assisi (Croatian) Church for mass at 10am. Interment will follow at Windsor Memorial Gardens.
Friends and family are invited to join us in celebrating his wonderful life.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the St. Francis of Assisi building fund in memory of Ivan.
Online condolences and shared memories can be submitted to his family at www. windsorchapel. com
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