Date of Death: November 9, 2023

A graveside service will take place on Sunday November 12, 2023 at 10:00 am at Stanley Sobol Beth Jacob Cemetery, 1400 Snake Road, Burlington.  Live funeral feed via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3281841191

Shiva will follow the funeral service at Chartwell Georgian, 255 Governors Road, Dundas.

Harris David Gulko
October 30, 1927 – November 9, 2023
With deep sorrow we announce the passing of Harris Gulko in Dundas, Ontario.
Survived by his children Ruz Gulko, Evelyn Moscovitch, Miriam & Ken O’Donnell, Judi Gulko, Sharon Gulko & Leonard Cohen; grandchildren Bess, Josh & Lauren, Jordan, Arielle & Anthony, Jason, Mo, Noa, Zach & Sierra, Hannah & Dan, Lilah Ray, and Rebecca; and great-grandchildren Archer, Westley, Elizah, Jesse and Veronica. Predeceased by his wife Blanche; partners Rebecca Cristall and Evelyn Numerow.
Born in Toronto, when asked what he wanted to grow up to be, he answered, “A farmer in Palestine.” He started his career at Young Judea (cofounding Camp Shalom) and United Jewish Appeal. For decades, he served in leadership positions for the Jewish National Fund in Canada and Israel. He spearheaded the Canada Park and the Rebuilders of Jerusalem projects, and raised millions of dollars towards the development of Israel. He later served as the Director of Development for Ezrat Nashim Hospital.
In his retirement Harris took up painting and enjoyed travel. He passed away peacefully, accompanied by his daughters Miriam and Judi. He lived life on his own terms until the very end.
Our heartfelt thanks to Chartwell Georgian, Dr. Shankardaas, Jason Spittles, Wendy and Joanne, Right at Home Canada – Hamilton, Tracey, Michael and Dan for their outstanding care.

Donations can be made to https://www.jewishcanada.org/israel-emergency-fund.