Maria Merita De Vasconcelos
elevated 8cXP0 January 31, 1923 ~ December 3, 2024
elevated 8cXP0 Visitation
Friday, December 6, 2024 from 6 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 8-8:45 a.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated 8cXP0 Funeral Mass
Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated 8cXP0 Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Section 33A
elevated 8cXP0 Obituary
It is with heavy hearts and a profound sense of loss we announce the peaceful passing of Maria Merita De Vasconcelos on December 3, 2024. She passed at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 101. Reunited with her beloved husband João Martinho. Loving mother of Candi (Joe). Proud avó of Joelle (Billy) and Jayde (Emily). Cherished bisavó of Harley and Owen. Dear sister of survived siblings, Nizete and Fernão. She is also now reunited with her siblings Alvaro, Vanda, Noemi, Alfredo, Abel, Abílio, João, and AnaPaula as well as her loving parents Francisco João and Maria Bela. Maria Merita will be sadly missed and held dear in the hearts of her many extended family and friends. She will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.
elevated 8cXP0 Your thoughts and kindness are truly appreciated during this time of sorrow.
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We are so so sorry Candi, for your loss of your mother Merita. She was a woman of high spirits and always very friendly to my sister Nancy and I . Hold her dear in your heart forever ❤️❤️❤️
Candi Joe our deepest condolences. Sending Prayers and Love
Our condolences to you and the family.
May all your wonderful memories comfort you during this very sad time.
My heart goes out to you Candi and your family. I know how difficult it is right now. Your mother is at peace with your dad now. Take care.
Candi, My sincerest condolences of your Mom’s passing. You have shared many happy stories of a wonderful life growing up as the only child and keeping your culture. These memories last forever. Grief is hard yet thankfully short but love is eternal. Know you’ve been blessed. May God be with you, Joe and family at this time. My heart goes out to you ♥️Candi
Our arms are wrapped around you, Joe, Joelle and Jayde and your whole family during this time of loss Candi. Your Mom will always be with you. Sending love.
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Many fond memories growing up with our families.
Love Mary Jane Mendes
Candi and family
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother. May your sweet memories bring you peace. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sarah and Tony Caruso
Dear Candida & family.
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your darling precious mom.
MHDSRIP & may perpetual light shine on her.
She was blessed to live such a long life with her wonderful caring & loving family .
She is now in Heaven in the arms of our beloved Lord Jesus , and is reunited with your dear dad & her siblings.
The 2x I saw her when we visited all the family in Canada , I fondly recall her sweet nature & warm smile.
May God give you all much strength to cope with her loss.
All our love , your SA cousins – Michelle + Manny , Nadia + Ramone & Danita + Jason