Surrounded by love and in the comfort of her home, Mom passed away peacefully on March 7, 2015.
She was born in Achadinha, Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal on November 5, 1926. However, Victoria has been her home since immigrating to Canada in January 1957.
She was predeceased by her loving husband of 54 years, Antonio (Tony) Eduardo Moniz along with 7 brothers and sisters. She is survived by her 7 children, Eduardo, Ermelinda (Jose), Maria (Mike), Rosa (Harry), Carlos (Kelly), Lidia (Tom), Tony (Kellie); 12 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brother Tony and a large extended family.
Her early years in Victoria were spent caring for her children but also included working at Butchart Gardens until her retirement in 1991. 35 years were enjoyed on their hobby farm in Sidney with final years in Saanich; throughout all, there was the support and love from the Victoria Portuguese Community. Mom will be greatly missed by family and friends.
A special thank you to the Victoria Hospice Palliative Response Team that aided in her comfort at home in her final days.
Prayers will be offered at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 4635 Elk Lake Drive, on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 7:45pm. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima parish on Friday, March 13, 2015 at 11:00am. Interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution can be made to Victoria Hospice.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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We truly miss Auntie . She was one of those people that had a special love that she gave to all!All our family felt such love and caring from her every time we would be together. Very blessed memories.
Love Tony and Heather Soares and family.