It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father Manuel Dacosta Galego. He passed away peacefully to the arms of our Lord surrounded by his family. Manuel was born to the late Francelina and Antonio Galego in Rosario, Lagoa Sao Miguel Azores, Portugal on September 1, 1935.
He was the eldest son out of six children. He leaves behind his wife Maria de Estrela of 58 years; his children, Francelina (John), Liduina (Helder), John (Helen), Ana (Daniel), Nelia (Rob); 7 grandchildren, Robert (Caitilin), Deborah, Vanessa (Joshua), Jonathan, Stephanie and Hailey; five great grandchildren, Madison, Logan, Haidyn, Mari, Jonathan Jr. and numerous nieces and nephews.
Manuel immigrated to Victoria, BC on June 22, 1972, with his wife Maria de Estrela, his mother and five children in hopes of a better future for his family. Manuel loved his faith. He spent many hours volunteering for the Holy Spirit Committee at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, where he also attended the seniors group to play his favourite card game (Sueca) with his friends. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Manuel was a fisherman back in the Acores and pursued his fishing passion in Canada. Over the years, he made many friends who he would go and meet at his favourite Tim Hortons at Saanich Plaza where he went for coffee every day .
Manuel was the most kindest, loving, caring, gentle soul with a wonderful sense of humour and love for life. He touched many lives and he will be forever missed by his family and friends.
“Dad you will be deeply missed, never forgotten and will remain forever in our hearts. We were so blessed to have had you in our lives”
Rest in Peace Dad! Until we meet again!
“Ate Sempre” querido e amado pai.
Descanse em paz!
Special thank you to Father Marinaldo Batista, Dr. Jill Norris, nurse Linda Westby, Tina Basi, Jenny, Pedro, Jeffrey and the Canadian Red Cross for all their support.
A Viewing will be held before Mass at 12.30 pm and the Funeral Service will be held at 1pm on Friday, July 7, 2017 at Our Lady of Fatima Parish 4635 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, BC.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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So deeply sorry for your family’s loss. Condolences to you all. From Katina Connolly and family
Our deepest condolences to all the family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our sincere condolences to all in the Family! There are no words at this difficult time that will console your loss. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The good Lord give you all strength at this time and always remember to cherish the memories.
Tony Cabecinha and Family
Our Condolences to the Family.
I’m sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
My sincere condolences to all in the Family! There are no words at this difficult time that will console your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. O sofrimento de vosso querido paizinho chegou ao fim fisicamente mas com a fe em Deus chegara a paz a sua alma e que descanse em paz Senhor Manuel.
Our deepest condolences to the family. May you all gather strength from each other during this time. Rest in Peace Manuel.
So very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
We are all so sorry to hear of your loss of your father and husband. We was a wonderful man and a true friend to my parents. He will be greatly missed. Hugs to all of you.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Victor spoke about him often, Nelia. Our deepest condolences.