Passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026 at Hamilton, Ontario in their 94th year. Lovingly remembered by their late partner Ljubica Kotaršćak (nee. Blaguški) and his children Andrew, Branko (Clara). His grandchildren Gabrijel, Rebecca (James), James (Erin), Matthew (Jamie). His great grandchildren Isla, Lucy, Edwin, Kayce. Predeceased by his parents Juraj Kotaršćak and Cvjeta Kotaršćak (nee. Pintarić). Siblings Juro, Gabrijel, Anna, Slavica.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Bay Gardens Funeral Home (1010 Botanical Drive, Burlington). A Visitation will be held on Friday, January 30th, 2026 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm with Rosary Prayers starting at 7pm at Bay Gardens. A Service will take place on Saturday, January 31st beginning at 10am at Holy Cross Croatian Parish on 1883 King Street East. Burial to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery on 600 Spring Gardens Road, Burlington. Online condolences may be made at www.BayGardens.ca.