Maria Olivia Alves
elevated gvk2q September 11, 1932 ~ April 20, 2025
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Friday, April 25, 2025 from 10:00 am – 11:45 am
elevated gvk2q Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
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elevated gvk2q Funeral Mass
Friday, April 25, 2025 at 12:00 pm
elevated gvk2q Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated gvk2q Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
elevated gvk2q Blessed Virgin Mausoleum
elevated gvk2q Obituary
Maria Olivia Alves passed away peacefully at Michael Garron Hospital at the age of 92 surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Born in Sao Miguel, Açores, Portugal, Maria Olivia married Antonio Alves on June 22, 1957. She emigrated to Canada in 1963 with her two young children John (5 years old) and Goretti (3 years old) with the excitement of being reunited with her beloved husband Antonio Alves who arrived 2 years prior. A woman of immense strength, warmth, and generosity, Maria Olivia dedicated her life to caring for others. Her kind heart and unwavering spirit touched the lives of many, and her legacy will live on through the countless memories shared by those who loved her. Maria Olivia who is now reunited with her beloved husband Antonio Alves, shared a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and adventure. Together, they traveled the world, creating treasured memories and deepening the bond that served as the foundation of their family. She leaves behind her devoted children, John Alves (Karen) and Goretti Alves (Ramzi), who carry forward her values of compassion, resilience, and love. Maria Olivia was a proud and doting grandmother to Scott (Vanessa), Danielle (Michael), Matthew (Danica), Zachary, and Patrick, and her heart swelled with joy as she welcomed her great-grandchildren, Lucas, Malia, Gabriel, Mary Jane, Elias, and Sebastian into the world. Maria Olivia Alves will be remembered for her boundless love, fierce determination, and the comfort she brought to those around her. Her presence was a gift, and her absence leaves a void that will be deeply felt. She will be dearly missed and forever cherished.
elevated gvk2q Nós te amamos, Mãe, Avó e Bisavó.
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My deepest condolences to you and your family may she R.I.P
Sincerest condolences for your family’s profound loss. Although I never met Maria in person, I enjoyed seeing the many FB posts about her life and her beloved family. May those cherished memories comfort you in the days ahead. ❤️🙏🏼✝️
Dear Goretti,
My sincere sympathies on the passing of your Mom. May she Rest In Eternal Peace.
With much love,
Mary Linhares
Goretti, John and Family
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your families. May you find comfort and strength at this difficult time.
RIP Senhora Olivia, you’re now in heaven with that infectious smile and laughter.
Rosemary Melo
I am so sorry to hear of Olivia’s passing. My heart goes out to John & Karen and Goretti and your children and grandchildren that meant so much to her.
Goretti and family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Mom will live forever in your hearts and the fond memories you’ve shared. May she rest in eternal peace.
Dear Goretti and family.
Please accept my heartfelt sincerest condolences on the passing of your Dear Mom. I will forever cherish the memories of your Mom and the way her eyes lit up whenever she saw me or “oh Brianna”, her smile. Girlfriend I wish you nothing but loving lifetime of fond memories of your sweet Mama and just know that she is sipping coffee and travelling with your loving Dad 🙏🏾🕊🕊💫Love Monica, Brianna and Aryella❤️
Deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother. May her memory be eternal.
Dear Tia Olivia l will always remember you for your strength, and your honesty we had great times together when we worked together, l learned a lot with you we had a lot of laughs, the world was abetter place for having you in it.l will miss you and l take comfort that you are now with uncle Tony your beloved husband, you were the last of your generation to go rest in peace 🙏 tia Olivia you will always be remembered.and never forgotten love you forever ❤️ 💙 💖 💕 ♥️ 💗
My deepest condolences to your family. From all the stories l had heard of Olivia from Goretti, l got a chance on several occasion’s to visit with Olivia at the retirement home. Olivia and l got along very well she always had a big smile and a warmth l will cherish. Rest in Peace Angel and may God Bless you and your family. You will be missed but not forgotten 💕💕🙏
To the family ..sorry for your loss.may her soul rest in peace 🙏lll 😌
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. My heartfelt sympathy to you and yours during this difficult time.
Goretti:
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Rest In Peace.
Gorretti and family, my sincere condolences for your loss. Losing a loved one is never easy. Treasure the good memories to carry you through the emotional times. Be strong and know that God and Maria is there for you all.
Gorretti, I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your mother. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
I hope you find comfort in the cherished memories you have of her and the love and support of those around you.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Goretti and family,
Our heartfelt sympathies on the the loss of your dear mom. May the memories of a life well spent carry you through this difficult time.
Joan and Chris
I was so sorry to hear of Olivia’s passing. I remember her so well at Karen and John’s backyard pool parties watching her beautiful family enjoying each other’s company. My heart goes out to you all. ❤️
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved mother. Tia Olivia lived a full and happy life. May she rest in peace now with her loving husband, Tio Antonio.
My deepest condolences to you and your family. She was a wonderful person and you will always have beautiful memories in your heart of the special times you shared with her. May she rest in peace 🙏