Passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 6, 2009 after her courageous battle with ALS. Predeceased by her loving husband, Jose in 1993. She is survived by her loving family; her daughter, Maria (Brian) Middlemiss; her sons, Nelson and Michael; her grandchildren, Chantelle and Adam Middlemiss; her brothers, Milton, Vivaldo, and Emmanuel Couto as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to offer special thanks to the team at the Victoria Hospice for all their care.
Prayers will be offered at 6:00 pm on Monday, April 13th in Our Lady of Fatima. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 14th 2009 at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Church, 4635 Elk Lake Drive in Victoria with The Rev Fr. Manuel Cardoso, Celebrant. Interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Victoria Hospice Society, 1952 Bay Street Victoria V8R1J8, would be appreciated
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Dennis & Helen Seymour
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Elena Rossi Dear All:
I was a friend of Germana and an admirer of her spirit, spunk, and wonderful generous loving nature. I am so sorry she had to suffer all the pain of a lingering illness such as ALS and I will be praying for her to find peace at last in Paradise. I know that she loved you all very dearly and was proud of all your accomplishments. She was in anguish for Michael and I truly hope that her suffering might have brought about a positive change in that context and that Mike will do her proud just as you all have. my loving thought and prayers are with you today and always,
Elena Rossi
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Karlie My sincere condolences to you Maria and family in the loss of your Mother. . From the first day I met your Mother she instantly wrapped her heart around mine. I feel so blessed that are paths crossed and allowed this to happen. As sad as it is for you all at this time know that in time,the pain of loss you are all feeling, will heal and the memories of cherished times you all had with her will forever remain close to you all.
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Alexia Seymour Crofton Nelson and Maria… I was so sorry to hear about Tia Germana passing this morning. She was blessed to have you as her support. I truly enjoyed my visit with her last June and have thought of her often since then. She was so kind to us – and full of determination and strength. I hope you find solace in your memories of the many happy times you shared as a family and the knowledge that she is at peace and together with Ti Miguel once again.
With love
Alexia
Maria, Nelson and family I was so sadden to hear that your Mom had passed. Now she is at peace no more suffering.
We have so many wonderful memories of your Mom and Dad when they lived here in Bermuda your Mom was my best friend we did so much together and she was a lot of fun to be with.
I never called her Aunt for she was more like a sister to me
I’ll always remember her laugh and smile whenever I think of her.
At this sad time our prayers and thoughts are with you all and May God Bless you and help you through this difficult time.