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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Very sorry to hear you lost a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Rui do Canto & family
My condolences to the family. My prayers are with you all.
Fran … I’m so sorry for you and your families loss. My deepest condolences.
My deepest condolences to the Galego family. My toughts and prayers are with you all. He was such a lovely man, with the best smile. I remember he would always bring my parents some fresh fish from his catch. I hope the beautiful,happy memories of him will help get you through this sad time.
Filomena (Cabecinha) Sousa
Condolences to the Galego family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have wonderful childhood memories The Varao family xoxo
Our Condolences to your Family!
I am honoured I got to know your dad a little better when I worked with him those 5 plus years in the Holy Spirit group, he was such a funny, sweet man!
There is always that one memory That sticks with me was him taking out the garbage on that rolling dolly, that was HIS job and no one else could do it . He was such a hard worker!
May his many wonderful memories help you all through these tough times!
Lots of Love! -Faria Family
May love live on in your memories and bring you peace.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this difficult time.
Love Gorette and David
Os nossos sinceros sentimentos para a senhora Estrela,Francelina,Liduina,Ana,Nelia E filho João e restante família temos com vocês todos em pensamento e que Deus os ajude .Que sua alma descanse em paz
My love and prayers are with the Gallego family…from my family to yours.
There are no words to describe how much we miss and love you .We lost a part of ourselves that can never be replaced.R.I.P. We will meet again.Your son ,wife, grandchidren and Great grandchildren. You will be forever in our hearts.