Celeste passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 05, 2018 in Victoria, B.C. She was born on December 16, 1957 in Kitimat, B.C.
Predeceased by her eldest son Mark in 1993. Celeste is survived by her husband Leonardo, son David, her younger brother Paul, as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives, loving friends, and honorary grandchildren adopted in her heart.
Celeste’s spirit, strength, compassion and goodness will be with us in our hearts eternally. Her greatest pleasure was received when spending time with her family and friends.
A heartfelt thank you for the loving care she received in recent months.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, on Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 11 a.m. with a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the: BC Cancer Agency, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, B.C. V8R 6V5 or BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, 938 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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42 Responses
May God comfort your broken hearts at this time of great loss. Celeste will be missed and never forgotten. She was a wonderful woman full of love and smiles for everyone. Rest in sweet heavenly peace dear friend. With our deepest sympathies to Leo, David, Paul and all the Raposo and Garcia families. <3 xo
Leo and David and Family, we are so heartbroken and saddened about Celeste’s passing. She was a very special person to us. We have many fond memories of Celeste growing up and being apart of lives. These memories will always be cherished.
Celeste had a beautiful smile and even when she was going through one of the most heart breaking experiences a parent could ever imagine, she always brought love, comfort and caring to all of those who loved and were friends with Markie. May you take some comfort in knowing that Celeste touched many of us and was loved deeply. Rest In Peace Celeste xoxox
Love always
Susie, Gary, Brayden and Gabrielle Barbosa
May we extend condolences to Leo, David and extended family members at this difficult time in their lives. God bless.
Celeste was a dear friend and co-worker for many years. Her loss will hav3 such a big compact on all her family and friends. May she find comfort on her journey, R.I.P.
Fondly remembered
Gale Vennard
Salmon Arm, B C
Ilda Cabral Behrisch
My condolences to the family. I remember the day Celeste was born. From a beautiful always smiling baby to a beautiful woman with a contagious laugh. May you rest in peace.
So glad I got to spend an evening with her and her family
My heart is broken thinking of your pain. She is now resting in peace and welcomed into Markies opened arm. Celeste was one of a kind. Kind heart contagious smile and unforgettable laugh
She will be truly miss by many family and friends
Leo take comfort in knowing she was loved by many
Hugs once again. Condolences to you David and Paul
Our loss is heavens again.
My condolences to David, Leo, and all family and friends. I will remember Celeste’s kind heart and great sense of humour. She always made everyone feel good around her. We can all take comfort in knowing that she had a positive influence in people’s lives.
Thank you Celeste and may you rest in peace.
I am deeply saddened by the news of Celeste’s passing. Celeste was such a beautiful person both inside and out, and now she is your “special angel”, guiding you from heaven above. Let memories of the times you shared give you comfort, for her life was rich because of you. I send my heartfelt condolences to Leo, David and extended family.
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. She was such a sweet lady! Always smiling and bubbly. God bless her soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ❤️
Sitting here and thinking of Celeste one of the things I most remember of is her laugh I do so remember laughing with her as it was a contagious laugh. Thank you Celeste for memories that you have left behind may you have found the comfort of eternal peace.
Leo and David, may you have the strength to look back at all your memories with a smile, move forward with a tear but live your tomorrows with courage and the love that Celeste always showed.