Passed away on January 12, 2026 at the age of 77 and after a valiant battle with COPD.
Survivors include Kathleen R. Laszlo (wife), Tamas Laszlo (brother) Joshua and Christine Laszlo (nephew and niece) Abigail and Jacob Laszlo (grand niece and nephew) Laurie and Barbara Spalholz (sisters-in-law). Gabi is reunited with his parents: Eva and Elemer Laszlo.
Gabi was born on January 22, 1948 in Budapest, Hungary and was very proud of his Hungarian heritage. His family escaped during the 1956 Hungarian Revolution; an event which marked him for life. Gabi earned his BA at University of Toronto and an MS, Education from Niagara University where he met his wife of 48 Years, Kathy.
Gabi had a varied and interesting career, teaching for 10 years with the Toronto and Peel Elementary School Boards and working as a marketing executive with several multi-national organizations. Most notably he introduced the Canadian Club Designated Driver Program of Hiram Walker and Sons; the first of its kind in Canada.
Gabi had an abiding interest in sports and politics. He was a gentleman in manner, a sharp dresser, a keen debater, an athlete, musician and a current events aficionado.
A private commemoration will be held at a later date.
In keeping with his life-long devotion to dogs, if desired, memorial donations may be made to https://www.dogtalesfoundation.com.
Peaceful Transition York
Sheila Driscoll
Posted on: Tuesday, January 13, 2026My sincere condolences Kathy. May Gabi rest in peace.
Bill Fountain
Posted on: Tuesday, January 13, 2026Kathy:
I’m very sorry to hear about Gabi. Will keep you and him in our thoughts.
Bill
Darryl and Debbie Gradiner
Posted on: Thursday, January 15, 2026We have lost a long time co-worker and friend. We will miss his emails and phone calls.
Darryl had the opportunity to have a conversation with Gabi the day before his passing. We were able to say goodbye to each other.
Rest well our friend.
Our condolences to Kathy and all family members.
Thea Caplan
Posted on: Saturday, January 17, 2026Dear Kathy and Tomas
Our deepest condolences. It is a terribly sad loss and we remind ourselves that Gabi chose peace. We admired his spirit, and his outrage at unfairness and injustice. Thea and Tony