I just learn with sadness about Arunas leaving us and I feel deeply sad. Arunas was such a caring and loving person that I had the privilege to meet st the LOP. With palm together I offer to Sharon and her family, the most sincere and warm thoughts.

Sincere condolences to Sharon and family

Arunas was a dear friend and colleague when we both taught World Religions at St. Thomas More. Staff and students there loved him. It was wonderful to see him at Westdale working in Resource when my son Arthur, who is autistic, was facing challenges making the transition to high school. Arunas was kind and caring and funny and wise every day of Arthur's 4 years there. Arunas made a speech about Arthur when he presented him with the graduation award for "overcoming obstacles" and later said it was one of his proudest moments as a teacher. He deserved an award for being so amazing with students, parents and colleagues. Arunas's light shone into my life again when he was becoming a teacher at U Of T and i was completing my applied meditation certificate. I took his advice and went on a Mindful Self Compassion retreat with Kristen Neff. Every time Arunas was around he brought blessings. The last time I saw Arunas i was having a latte at the Staircase and he was heading off in a camper van. I was so happy to see him and he sat with me and was as friendly and positive as ever and told me about his cancer journey. What a beautiful person. I am so grateful for all the significant times in life our paths crossed and we'd walk along sharing insights and laughter. What a beautiful person. Arunas will always be remembered with love and gratitude. Sending love and sincere condolences to Sharon and Arunas' family.

From the moment I met Arunas, I felt safe. Having had some mindfulness work done with him, I shared things with him that I have never shared with anyone else. He reached out to check on friends who were experiencing some difficult issues even though he was in the fight of his life. Arunas was an incredible man who has gone too soon. I will never forget you, I love you my friend!

Arunas , you had me at Hello. I met you at a weekend mindfulness workshop. We started chatting over coffee and I felt instantly you were a kindred Spirit. Your compassionate heart touched myself and all my friends who were passionate coming to your workshops , meditating with you & spending time together Your ability to meet people where they're at, is a Gift you had.

Wasn't ready to say goodbye Arunas but so grateful for every moment we shared.

You left this world a better kinder place.

Infinite intelligence says: " job well done my beloved Arunas.

Namaste.

Dear Sharon, Andre, Emily, Derek, Nijole, Saul, Posey, Ezra and family, I am holding you all in love and offer my deepest condolences. I became friends with Arunas through volunteering at Lama Yeshe Ling. I will remember Arunas for his kindness, light hearted and fun nature and his insightfulness and ability to be fully present for others. I feel honoured and grateful to have know Arunas.

Arunas was a kind and generous man.

He was dedicated to his family and I spent many hours with him and he shared his enthusiam for life and was very helpful to Nijole and myself with our projects and especially making the tradtional Napolean Torte for Christmas with the family. Deepest condolences to the family.

My deepest condolences Sharon, praying for you and families.

It is with a heavy heart that I say goodbye to dear Arunas. Your spirit will carry on to bless many others in beautiful ways, maybe even us again. Your complete embrace of ways to encourage others through teaching, facilitating, chatting and being your upbeat authentic self always was so enthusiastic. I had the honor of training you in Transformative Mindfulness and 16 Guidelines for Life, which added to your experience of mindfulness meditation along with your teaching and facilitation skills which led you to an invitation. as faculty at University of Toronto School of Continuing Education. As well, you were recognized as a facilitator of 16 Guidelines by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom, UK whose patron is the Dalai Lama. Above all else, Arunas, you were a dear friend and I was touched by the beauty that pervaded your passing and the precious days that followed.

To Sharon, Arunas’ equally talented wife and partner in so many facets of his life, you were there steadfast - protecting and encouraging. And in the past years and months, courageous as well.

My love to Arunas on your next journey and for Sharon as your future beckons with promise.

I met Arunas, along with his wife Sharon, at a meditation retreat at the Vajrayogini Institute in Marzens, France in May 2019. Arunas sat next me during the 5 week long retreat (4 sessions/day). I immediately was taken by his optimism, positive energy and his friendly, light-hearted spirit. I remember him well. Arunas touched my heart. And I'm certain that his life was spent sharing his inner joy with everyone he met. Big Love to Sharon and all close family and friends he left behind.

Big big love to you Sharon and your family.

Arunas was such a special guy. He will be missed. 💔

I will always look back and remember fondly my many experiences with Ron at different stages in our life journey. Ron was such a positive teacher, and coach to me teaching me many valuable life lessons. He was a trailblazer. Forever a champion.

So sorry for your loss Sharon & Family, keeping you all in my thoughts & prayers.

Arunas was a trusted friend and basketball teammate from the time he moved into the neighbourhood with his Mom at about age 11 or 12. I will remember Ron for his enduring kindness, playfulness and wisdom. I will treasure always the time we got to share during his stay in hospice. His untimely death is an enormous loss to so many lives that he touched. Our condolences to Sharon, Andre and Emily.

My deepest condolences to you and your family Sharon. May the memories in your heart 💜 of Arunas bring you comfort. All my life , rest in peace Arunas.

Arunas was a wonderful energy who welcomed all to Lama Yeshe Ling. He will be missed but his energy will endure. My condolences to Sharon and family.

Arunas was a warm and generous soul with a deep grasp of mindfulness and the life of the spirit. My heart goes out to you, Sharon, in this painful loss. I am sure your own practice and your connection to Arunas' will carry you through.

Dear Arunas,

Thank you for the positive energy and outlook you shared with myself and everyone at Lama Yeshe Ling. Your presence will be missed but we all rejoice in the time we had with you.

Arunas was a loving and supporting positive person. He was so interesting to talk to and I really enjoyed his meditation classes with Sharon. He was such an inspiration so upbeat and positive. I remember how excited he was after his operation and I was so ĥappy for him his He didn't let this horrible disease get him down. I was devastated to hear that the cancer returned and feared for Sharon and the family knowing how hard and heartbreaking this must be for them.

My heart goes out to Sharon and all who loved Arunas for He will be missed greatly. RIP my friend.

So sorry for your loss Sharon.

I’m so very sorry to hear this, Sharon. It sounds like he was a fascinating man, and led a fascinating life. Strength to you and your family.

I am so deeply sorry to hear of Arunas's passinng. Thinking of you and your family Sharon.

So sorry for your loss! Arunas and Sharon were a beautiful loving couple. Always there for anyone. Arunas did some spiritual work with me which I am forever grateful!

Rest in Peace my friend ♥️

Our deepest condolences to Sharon and Derek, Emily, Andrew. Arunas never wavered from a positive attitude and in fact the last time we recently seen him, he was on a bike ride. Our memory of Arunas will be his famous apple fritters, which we were lucky to be invited to indulge in, and without a doubt they were delicious...

Without a doubt the loss of Arunas is a hard one for us to grasp. He has been a pillar of strength and resiliency throughout so much of this horrific disease which has taken him from us way too soon. I have cherished my friendship with him and have many fond memories of deep and amazing conversations. He was without a champion for so many people! With huge gratitude for his kindness, compassion and brilliance. I send my heartfelt condolences to the family and especially to my bestie Sharon who has been his loving and caring wife. I know this is going to take time to unravel but without a doubt he has left a lifelong imprint on all of us. Much love and we will celebrate him as we continue to study and believe in the life ever after. Om Mane Padme Houm.

My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Antanaitis. I knew Mr. Antanaitis as a teacher at St. Thomas More CSS when he first started teaching. He was my phys.ed. teacher who introduced us to strength and conditioning training long before it became a 'thing'. I learned how to lift weights through Mr. Antanaitis' instruction and encouragement. And as I taught my athletes how to do the same, I always referenced Ron. He was a most engaging teacher who was an example for making every moment count! Rest in peace, Mr. A.

Sosorry to hear this we will never forget Arunis our thoughts and prayers to the whole family Blessings

Sharon, my deepest condolences to you and family on the loss of your husband.

I’m so so sorry to hear this news. it’s an unimaginable loss. my thoughts go out to all of your family ❤️‍🩹🙏

Emily and Andre, words can’t explain how sorry I am for your loss. Ron was an exceptional father to you both. I have many childhood memories being driving around in the back of the old Volvo or spending time in the vegetable garden on Bond. Much love to you in this difficult time.

I met Arunas and Sharon several years ago. I attended meditation retreats and classes in their home . Arunas was kind and compassionate always. His inner beauty and grace even in the face of his illness was inspirational. Rest in peace Arunas.

I never knew Arunas for very long but I found him to be a very kind man with a love for gardening when Arunas came home from the hospital after his operation I was amazed at how fast he recovered from such a major operation .I asked him what kind of plants he would like and he told me.I was tasked on behalf of the CoOp to purchase whatever plants that Arunas would like .I will along with all residents enjoy watching them flourish and grow and I will always remember such a kind and caring man Rest in Peace Arunas .

My sympathies to all the family and friends that are missing Arunas. I met him when he was fifteen. He grew into a compassionate loving soul. Arunas remained my friend for life . He taught me much about mindfulness. I will cherish this friendship forever. I know he has gone to another world where he will be celebrated for his work on earth. Love you Arunas.