It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sylwia Mrowca-Migiel on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at the age of 53 after a 3-year battle with cancer. She fought with immense courage and strength until her last breath. She died peacefully surrounded by her family at home. Beloved wife of 35 years to Robert, she was the love of his life and his soulmate. She was a proud, devoted mom and best friend to Joanna and Niki. Her parents, Grazyna and Tadeusz, and siblings, Gosia, Kinga, Tadeusz, and Ania, always filled her heart with so much love. All of her nieces and nephews treasured the time she spent with them. She joins her sister Gosia, who also lost her battle to cancer in November of last year, and the two sisters are now most certainly enjoying a beautiful hike in the mountains with no illness or pain holding them back anymore.
As a team, Sylwia and Robert worked incredibly hard and were beyond successful in building a beautiful life together in Canada with their children, filled with opportunity and their unconditional love.
Sylwia and Robert, along with their girls, shared their love for travel and went on many adventures together. They loved to explore new places, and always made sure to return to Zakopane, Poland, their second home, where Sylwia and Robert were born and began their beautiful love story. There, they were surrounded by family and made an effort to spend as much time in the mountains as possible. Over the last few years the family also discovered their love for Spain, spending plenty of time enjoying the waves, the tapas, the wine, the music and the dancing.
Before her illness, Sylwia loved her job with Caledon Meals on Wheels as a Senior Fitness Instructor and Program Coordinator, spreading her radiant joy and combining her love for music and movement. She also spent plenty of time with her friends, whether it be strolling through the neighbourhood, exploring trails, or enjoying a coffee and treat together. They were so important to her and she truly cherished these bonds.
Sylwia lived a life filled with kindness, humility, generosity and strength, and was always able to see the beauty in everything and everyone. She will be remembered for her light and infectious energy – she was a ray of sunshine, even as her illness made it more difficult to see things positively. She loved the outdoors and told her family to look for her in the birds and butterflies after she passes.
She will be greatly missed by all of the lives she touched in the short time she was here with us, and her memory will live on through every act of kindness, every smile, and every baked good. The impact she left on this world is truly profound.
The family will receive their friends on Monday evening, February 23 from 6-8pm. Funeral Mass will be held in St. John’s Parish, 16066 The Gore Road, Caledon East on Tuesday, February 24 at 11am. Followed by cremation.
The family invites those who wish to view the service through live streaming at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/@st.johntheevangelistst.cor5515/streams
Sylwia’s radiant personality shone through until the very end, and as such, it would make her happy to see those remembering her and celebrating her life dressed in some colour rather than all black.
Memorial donations may be made to Caledon Meals on Wheels (www.cmow.org).
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Lisa Oatway
Her light on this earth may have come to a close, but it will shine forever in all the lives she has touched. May you rest in peace, Sylwia.
Rachel Cruz
Sylwia brought her warmth, joy, and love to the lives of everyone and anyone who knew her, and that will continue to live on in her memory. May her new journey be marked with music, laughter, and more adventures, where she no longer has to feel any pain.
Rest in peace, Sylwia, and my deepest condolences to Robert, Joanna, and Niki.
Rima Dornfeld
Sylwia was such a positive and friendly person. We met through Caledon Meals on Wheels, and she encouraged all of her clients to enjoy movement and its benefits. She was always interested in people and their lives. The world is a darker place without her energy and warm smile. Condolences to her family.
Andrea Dalgarno
Joanna and family- my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Joanna-The loss of one’s mother is profound but particularly hard when way too early and after much struggling. I hope you find comfort that she is at peace and in good hands. The memories will help you along the way although are hard at first.
Dana
Sylwia, I’m so honoured to have had such a wonderful friendship with you. I will cherish our memoeries until we meet again above. Your kindness and laughter will not be forgotten, rest in peace Sylwia❤️
Agnes and Bogdan
Sylvia was a truly kind and faithful person. Her deep religious faith, goodness, and willingness to help others touched many lives. She will be remembered for her generous heart and gentle spirit. May she rest in peace, and may God bring comfort to all who loved her.
Pat Kolb
Dear Robert, Joanna and Niki
Words cannot express the hurt in my heart for the loss of your wife/mom.
I so enjoyed volunteering with your mom. She was the most bubbly enthusiastic person I knew. I will never forget our times together at Tim Horton’s when we were promoting the cookie campaign. She and I would stand with our signs and wherever she saw the most people she would be there like a dirty shirt saying “buy a cookie buy a cookie”. I am sure sales quadrupled while she was on shift.
I am going to miss her terribly but not as much as you.
She is now out of all that pain and with her sister.
All the memories that you hold on to will now become a treasure.
Rest in Peace my dear friend.
Love you
Gunda Herzog-Gross
Sylwia touched all of the volunteer hearts at the KIN toonie sale and we are very saddened by this news.
She was a longtime supporter and gracious shopper of those in need.
Sylwia included us in her journey and we were so rooting for her.
Missed by many more than imaginable ❤️
Alexandra Piekos
Sylwia was always so full of joy and light. She touched so many lives with her bright attitude, her kindness and her love, and she will continue to do so with her memory. I wish her so much peace and serenity in her journey, where she will undoubtedly be hiking up in the mountains.
Robert, Joanna and Niki, my deepest condolences. Sending you my love.
Emilia
Always so happy to see her at our toonie sale. Beautiful and full of Life. So hard to beleive.
Ann&Brion&Girls
Such an amazing Energy! Our family cannot believe she is gone ! As a fellow mom we came in and out of each other’s lives since our daughters were in JK. We shared how happy we were to be moms and partners to our husbands.
We shared sweets, wine, and many laughs. Her family was her life and yet somehow she always managed to find time for others with a kind phone call, or an invitation for coffee.
Her story with Robert and their journey to Canada was amazing, and we always talked about how important their beautiful partnership was! They worked hard but they worked together!
She was always so proud of how kind and thoughtful her children were. Her daughters share her kindness and affection for helping others. We shared many conversations of being proud to provide such great lives for our girls !
Even with cancer we had sat in her backyard looking at the sky and she would marvel at what was so simple. A beautiful hot day, the birds flying around us and the amazing life she appreciated so much.
We will miss your beautiful eyes, your appreciation for the simple things in life, your baking , your amazing hugs and your always kind words!
Without doubt, you are flying high and surrounding Robert and your sweet girls with your warm energy❤️
Lulek Family
With deepest sympathy from Lulek Family. Please know we are thinking of you during this painful time.”
Christine Sevigny
I had the privilege of working with Sylwia starting in 2012 at Caledon Meals on Wheels. From the very beginning, she brought a bubbly, joyful spirit that naturally drew people to her, both in her work and in her personal life.
She had a remarkable way of making everyone feel welcome and appreciated. Whether it was through her warm smile, her kind words, or the homemade baked sweets she so thoughtfully prepared for her coworkers, she showed her care in ways that truly touched people. Every trip to Poland she returned with special treats for all of us.
Sylwia made a lasting impact on the many lives she encountered. The world has truly lost someone special, and her absence will be felt deeply by all who knew her. She will be profoundly missed.
Wishing her family comfort and peace in the many special memories they hold close to their hearts.
Lori
So sorry for your loss we loved it when she came to toonie sale always a big smile and a treat for the ladies
She definitely will missed
Elzbieta Polkowska
Robert ,Joanna and Niki . Thinking of you and wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.Haven has gained a beautiful soul and now there’s an angel protecting you.Rest in peace Sylwia . With deepest sympathy Stefan and Elzbieta Polkowski
Karen Code
I worked with Sylwia at Caledon Meals on Wheels, and she was a joy. The world has lost a ray of sunshine. My sincerest condolences to her family.
Monika
We were deeply saddened to hear about your loss. In this difficult time, please accept our heartfelt condolences. May cherished memories bring you comfort and peace.
With deepest sympathy, Monika Stawarz with family, mama Róża and sister Kasia from Zakopane.
Ecaterina Manea
I did not meet Silwia in person but her beauty, kindness and love for Robert and their daughters has been transponded on the tennis court .
It was a sunny day when Robert brought the most delicious sour cherries cake made by Sylvia that we all devoured after the tennis match .
I remember another sunny Sunday morning when Robert showed up beaming in a new tennis outfit bought by Silwia !
Little did we know what was coming ….
We, the members of the tennis team, felt the torture and tormenting fight that Robert and Silwia endured for 3 years. They fought together until the last drop and we tried to give healing vibes and hope in a miracle !
However she is not suffering any longer and her spirit and beauty will always surround her loved ones. Her legacy of kindness touched so many lives !
Our deepest condolences,
Ecaterina, Ion and the Bolton Tennis Team
Agata Banik & Family
Words cannot express the pain in our hearts for the loss of Sylwia. Thoughts of not seeing her, hearing her and talking to her again is heartbreaking. It’s hard not to think of Sylwia. Our long lasting friendship brings back wonderful time we spent together. We thought we would grow old together as friends but God has different plans. All our shared memories just keep on flashing back. We still can feel her love and laughter, see her smile and joy. If only we knew that Sylwia would be gone, we should have hugged her for a long time when we last saw her in Krakow. Sylwia is in our hearts, always loved, forever missed and never forgotten.
Dear Robert, Joanna, Nicole and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. May God bless you and be with you!
Lucia Tammaro & Family
Words cannot describe the loss of losing such a dear friend. Sylwia was an incredible, kind, and amazing person and friend. Our hearts go out to Robert, Joanna, and Nikki during this incredibly difficult time. Sylwia will always be in our hearts, loved and never forgotten.
Krystyna Ostrowski
Dear Robert, Niky & Joanna, deepest Sylvia was indeed an incredible individual. Always so positive. Example for many on how walk through life.
Jane Collier
We have lost such bright light. Sending the family my heartfelt condolences. There are many broken hearts
Rose Sessa and Family
Dear Robert, Joanna and Niki:
Sylwia was such a beautiful person inside and out. She was truly a joy to be around. I will miss her deeply. May God give you strength during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Fely Ragudo
Sylwia, bubbly Sylwia! How can I forget you when you still remember me and my name ten years after being our Caledon Meals on Wheels Program Coordinator at WISE in Palgrave?
Eternal rest grant unto Sylwia, Oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.
Condolences to husband Robert and daughters Joanna and Niki.
Doriana Zohil-Morton
Dearest Joanna and family,
Our hearts are heavy with sorrow. In you and Niki, your Mom’s love, light and grace continue to shine, and her beautiful legacy lives on. May birds and butterflies always find their way to you.
With lots of love
Doriana Zohil-Morton and family
Carolyn Vallejo
Sylwia, you will be so missed. You were truly a light in my life, from the moment we met at Meals on Wheels and the world is a much better place for you having been here. I am so very proud to be able to have called you my dear friend. I will look for you in my backyard this spring when the chipmunks and birds come out to play!
To Robert and the girls, know how much your mom was loved and cherished. We are all with you in your sadness right now.
Agata, Ted & Simon
Sylwia was remarkable person, who touched the lives of so many people with her kindness, positive energy and beautiful smile. Like countless of people, we were showered by Sylwia’s loving deeds that helped our family get through difficult times. When fighting heroic battle she would still inspire others and shine positive attitude. We will cherish her memories and friendship with her family forever.
Missing her terribly and as she wished, looking for her in the birds and butterflies…
Dear Robert, Joanna and Niki,
May God bless and comfort you.
Kathryn Mifsud
Robert, Joanna and Niki,
As we pass through this life, we can only hope we have left it better than when we arrived. Job well done, Sylwia! In your 53 years, you have impacted thousands of lives with your positive character, your deep and meaningful conversations, or sometimes, with just your smile. You have raised two beautiful daughters who will carry on your love and memories, along with Robert, the love of your life.
We were blessed to have you for over a decade at Caledon Meals on Wheels, as you made a real difference to our seniors and so many more. You generously shared your belief in movement, your love of nature and your infectious humour with all who came your way. You made us better.
I’ll cherish the days I looked to my left at the desk beside me, and saw you there.
We all miss you but will carry a part of you forward with us forever.
Your Friends and Family at Caledon Meals on Wheels
Katie Sonier
Sylwia will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and joy for life. She lit up every room she walked into and was kind to everyone she met. I will always remember her for her bubbly personality, loving heart, and the way she welcomed me into her family with open arms. She has most certainly left an indelible impact on her family, friends, and community.
Sending all my love, thoughts, and prayers to Robert, Joanna, and Niki. Rest in peace, Sylwia – you will be missed by so many.
Marisa Masutti and family
Our deepest condolences to Rob, Nicole and Joanna.
Sylwia was the most down to earth, positive, vibrant person I ever had the honour to know. I will miss our walk/talks, sharing a coffee and home made sweets together and her loving friendship. The world has lost a special person, heaven has gained an angel.
Krystyna Ostrowski
I’m thinking about our Msze Swiete in the little church in Nobleton and the days when Sylwia sang the Psalms so beautifully…. Again, deepest condolences Robert, Niki & Joanna
Justyna Bobrowski
We are very sorry for your loss.
You may please accept our deepest condolences.
Bobrowski Family.
Darek, Dorota, Adrian and Daniela
We are sending our deepest condolences to Robert, Joanna, and Niki.
We are devastated by the loss of our wonderful friend, Sylwia, but we will always hold the memories we’ve shared over the years close to our hearts. We are so grateful that Robert and Sylwia became our first close friends in Canada. Our families shared so many experiences together, traveling and watching our children grow up side by side.
Sylwia’s kindness and warmth brought joy to every occasion. She had a beautiful way of inspiring everyone to cherish the moment and appreciate the world around us. It was clear to everyone what an incredible wife, mother, and friend she was.
It feels impossible to imagine not seeing her bright smile or hearing her cheerful voice. Sylwia is an example that living life through kindness, generosity and love, will always be remembered by those around. We take comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering and believe she is watching over your family, still with so much love. She will always be with us in our hearts.
Pazdzior Family
Diane & Harold Irwin
To Sylwia’s Family and Friends,
Look to Heaven and enjoy the Stars that are shining down. Sylwia is shining down to let us know she will be with us always.
Blessings to everyone.
Diane & Harold Irwin
CMOW Cheltenham Group
Susan Haughton
My cherished friend. We spent so many times together talking about our love of fitness and how we could impact the lives of seniors in Caledon. We loved our trips to London for the Annual Centre for Activity and Aging summer seminars. As we travelled along the 401 we talked over and over again about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. I loved going to her home and looking at pictures of her trips and especially her family in Poland. You will never meet such a loving soul. I will miss our talks, sharing hummus and plum cakes. Those eyes, those beautiful eyes I will miss……
Anna Gordo
Dearest Robert, Joanna and Nicole,
Words cannot express how sorry we are , our hearts are broken by your loss .
Sylvia was one of the most kindest people I have known. She had biggest heart, a beautiful and warm spirit and a gentle and guiding nature.
Her kindness left a mark on all those she encountered.
We have so many beautiful memories from when the children were younger which we will all cherish forever.
She will continue to live in the hearts of all the lives she touched, including ours.
Sending prayers and love to you all
Doug, Anna , Olivia and family
Raymond Young
Please accept my sincere condolence on the passing of Sylwia. A donation in her honour and sweet memory has been made to Caledon Meals on Wheels.
Anna + Stanisław Piekos
Sylwia, I want to thank you for being such a wonderful friend. I’m going to cherish our time together, and always remember the moments filled with joy. Like going shopping, walks on the trail, having coffee and the delicious treats you baked. Raising our kids side by side was the greatest gift God could have given.
Robert, Joanna and Niki, the way you supported Sylwia, not just in the last 3 years but in the time before then too, meant the world to her. You were the best family, the best partner and the best daughters she could have asked for.
Sleep in peace. Much love.
Kostyukov Family
Sylwia was a remarkable woman and mother – someone whose joy, love, and brightness was infectious and clear to anyone who was lucky enough to know her. We are so grateful to have been touched by her kindness and hospitality. She has left a beautiful impact on the hearts of many.
We are sending you so much love. May her beautiful soul rest in peace and may the birds and butterflies bring you gentle reminders of her warmth.
Kin Club of Bolton
The Kin Club of Bolton wants to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sylwia.
Sylwia was a cherished member of our community , and her kindness, generosity, and unwavering thoughtfulness touched the lives of so many.
She was known not only for her contributions to the community, but for the warmth and sincerity she brought to every interaction. She possessed a rare ability to make others feel valued, heard, and appreciated. Whether through her volunteer efforts, professional work, or simple everyday gestures, she left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Her dedication to helping others and strengthening our community was evident throughout her life. Her actions — often quiet and unassuming — spoke volumes about her character. She will be remembered fondly.
Erin Paisley
Final words feel impossible for a friend where words were never hard to come by.
Sylwia brought warmth, laughter, and kindness wherever she went. She had a gentle way about her that made people feel comfortable and cared for, and her light stayed with you long after she left the room.
I feel grateful to have known her and to have shared part of her journey. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.
Robert, Joanna, and Niki, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Kidd
Sylwia was truly the sweetest soul that entered our lives when she first joined Caledon Meals on Wheels and our world. Myself, my family, the people who worked with her, and mostly the many lives she touched in her very own special, caring way will treasure her friendship and carry her memory within our hearts. Sending much love and blessings to Sylwia’s family. Carol Kidd
Alina and Jacek Pienkos
“Death is nothing else but going home to God, the bond of love will be unbroken for all eternity.”
~ Mother Teresa
May the Lord protect and guide you, as you work through your journey of grief.
Our deepest condolences.