Passed away peacefully on August 19, 2013 at the age of 99. Born in Sao Miguel, Acores, Portugal on December 23, 1913. Married to Pedro da Roias on December 4, 1937 and had 12 children (3 passed away as infants). Moved to Victoria, BC to live with daughter Maria Luisa (Jose) in 1979. Pre-deceased by her husband Pedro (1975), and eldest son Antonio (2012). Lovingly remembered by her surviving 8 children (Maria da Luz, Conceicao, Pedro, Joao, Jose, Maria Luisa, Ines, and Manuel), 31 grandchildren, and 39 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. The family wishes to thank the staff at Selkirk Place for their care over the last 5 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Childrens Hospital. Prayers will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2013 at 7:30 pm at Our Lady of Fatima Parish. Funeral Mass on Friday, August 23, 2013 at 10am at Our Lady of Fatima Parish. To leave a condolence or make a memorial donation, please click above.
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