Antonio Elias Alves
elevated DaakB January 12, 1927- November 11, 2020
elevated DaakB ALVES Antonio Elias of Toronto, Ontario, passed away at Toronto Western Hospital at the age of 93 years.
elevated DaakB Antonio Elias Alves, beloved husband of Maria Olivia. Much loved father of John Alves (Karen) and Goretti Alves. Cherished grandfather of Scott (Vanessa), Danielle (Michael), Matthew (Eden), Zachary, and Patrick. Dear great grandfather of Lucas, Malia, Gabriel, and Mary Jane.
elevated DaakB Born in Rabo-de-Peixe, Sao Miguel, Portugal. Antonio married Maria Olivia on June 22, 1957. He emigrated to Canada in 1961 to prepare a better life for his family who joined him in 1963. They settled in Toronto, and have lived at the same home ever since. He worked hard throughout his life as a farmer, construction worker, and caretaker until he retired in 1992. Shortly afterwards, he and Maria Olivia spent many happy times together vacationing in Mexico, Dominican Republic, and throughout Europe. Antonio livened up every family get-together with his quick wit, wisdom, and wonderful stories. He will be especially remembered for his role of “Santa” which he so lovingly played every single Christmas Eve. Antonio will be missed so profoundly, but his family will always cherish their many incredible memories of him.
We love you, Pai, Vavô, and Bisavô
elevated DaakB
elevated DaakB In light of the current COVID 19 Pandemic, the family will be having a private Funeral Mass on Tuesday November 17, 2020 at 1:30pm. To watch the Mass live please click the link below.
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Tony was a favorite friend of mine.His big smile and cheerful way made him fun to be around.RIP Tony.
Senior Antonio was a man every one respected and loved. He did his thing! Not to be different…but, just because he was. Senior Antonio could be seen jogging at 6 or 7 in the morning with his Labatt’s 50 baseball cap on at the age of 70…just because he loved it! He did his thing, with zest, life and humour!!! Not to mention the man had a heart of gold! It was like he deliberately wanted to hear you laugh or make you smile! But, it just happened naturally because he had a way of making you feel special! I had the pleasure and honour of being his son-in-law…and I always thoroughly loved the times we had together!!! Senior Antonio will continue to live in my heart, and his memory and inspiration will motivate me to be the type of grandfather he was to my son and daughter, that I will continue to be to his great grandchildren…which are my grandchildren! R.I.P. Senior Antonio
What a beautiful tribute to a man who meant so much to so many! Rest in peace my dear uncle. 🙏❤😭
Alves family,
May the love of God give you peace,
May the caring of friends give you comfort,
May the memories of your dad remain in your heart and give you strength through the days ahead.
Hesticks
Dearest Tio Antonio, you will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Your wit and infectious laugh will be fondest memory of you and how you were always so happy to see your nieces & nephews at family weddings and gatherings and how you were always so proud to let people know that you were our uncle. Your place in this world has ended but your everlasting life has begun and you are all teamed up with siblings and I only can imagine how you are all laughing as you always did together with exchange of past stories. Love you for ever……..Linda
Dearest Tio Antonio, you will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Your wit and infectious laugh will be fondest memory of you and how you were always so happy to see your nieces & nephews at family weddings and gatherings and how you were always so proud to let people know that you were our uncle. Your place in this world has ended but your everlasting life has begun and you are all teamed up with siblings and I only can imagine how you are all laughing as you always did together with exchange of past stories. Love you for ever……..Linda
Sending condolences to the Alves family during this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences go out to the Alves family. It is with a heavy heart a wonderful neighbor and friend will be truly missed.
He was always so happy and pleasant and always said hi, how are you, to everyone he saw passing by admiring his beautiful garden, which he took so much pride in taking care of it.
You could always see him sitting on his front porch, coffee in hand alongside his wife everyday before retiring for the evening.
He will be deeply missed, but always in our thoughts.
With love Connie Branco Rego and Family
To the ALVES family,
It is with a heavy heart that we pass on our condolences to all of your family. Antonio leaves many happy memories of a life well lived and a legacy for his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren to lovingly follow.
Antonio, you will be greatly missed.
Rest In Peace ,
Loretta and Phil Cappello
To the Alves Family,
I send my deepest condolences to you all. May you find comfort in the special memories you have made with such a special man. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless Antonio and his family.
With love,
Nonna Velia Muzzin
Olivia, Goretti, John and families, our sincere condolences for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. We know that Tony will be deeply missed by all. We are thinking of you.
Our thoughts are with you on this day, to all his family
He will be sadly missed, the wonderful memories will always be in your heart ⚘⚘
My deepest sympathies to the Alves family. My thoughts are with you.
Dear Goretti and family:
Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
From all your friends and colleagues in Group Underwriting
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with the Alves family.
Senhor Antonio was such a lovely, kind hearted, funny man. He welcomed everyone he saw with a big beautiful smile and a friendly “hello”.
Our sincerest condolences -extending our most heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Our neighbour, Senhor Antonio, will never be forgotten & will be forever in our hearts.
With Love,
The Carreiro & Branco Family
I am so sorry for your family’s huge loss at this terrible time. In the past few days I have read different posts and seen how Tony was such a vibrant and fun part of your family. I always enjoyed really seeing him at Karen and John’s many get togethers and celebrations. My heart goes out to Olivia, Goretti and John and Karen and all his dear Grandchildchildren, Great Grandchildren and so many extended family members. May your dear spirit rest in peace Tony!
Thinking of the Alves and Boucher families. I know sentiment is expressed with the best of intentions, but the pain and sorrow are too unbearable right now for them to make much sense. In time, the unconditional love you all share – that transmits beyond the physical world – will slowly start to allow a kind of healing to begin. Please know that many prayers are with you.
Descanse em Paz, Senhor Alves.
To the Alves family,
God will comfort you and he will give you the strength to endure. I will always remember Mr. Alves’s great smile and the happiness he gave to all his family and friends. May you rest in peace.
Love,
Margaret Rotundo and family
The best tribute anyone can pay to a dearly departed loved one such as Uncle Antonio is to applaud his sense of adventure – he traveled the world; to recall his mischievous laugh – he always laughed with you, never at you; and to acknowledge that he was very much loved by his entire family – that, above all things, is proof that he was indeed a very good man. Rest now, Uncle.