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Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T1N4
elevated 7UOBe Funeral Service
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 1:00 pm
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home- Chapel
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T1N4
elevated 7UOBe To view the funeral service for Sara via livestream, please use the following link: Livestream Link
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Assumption Catholic Cemetery
Our Lady of the Rosary Mausoleum
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T1N4
elevated 7UOBe It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, Sara Maria da Estrela Ferreira de Medeiros on September 11, 2024. She was a devoted wife and mother, a cherished and loving Avó (grandmother) and a loving sister, who impacted the lives of those who knew and loved her.
elevated 7UOBe Born in the village of Livramento on November 26th, 1942, on São Miguel Island in the Açores, she was the second eldest of a large family. Her big heart helped her raise her siblings until she started a family of her own. She was an example of strength, resilience and determination for her children and grandchildren. Her generosity (which was often unknown), and unwavering love, will be remembered by all who had the privilege of having her in their lives.
elevated 7UOBe In addition to being a family matriarch, Sara held talents and a tenacity that deserves recognition and celebrating. She was a humble and quiet artist. As a young woman she enjoyed creating things of beauty like origami birds and paper flowers. This gift for recognizing artistic beauty is alive in her children and grandchildren. Most would also find it surprising that in 1984, she was part of a group of Portuguese immigrant women, working in the city of Toronto’s cleaning industry, who utilized a union to advocate that their employer offer equality and equity in pay. Her work ethic and determination serve as an inspiration.
elevated 7UOBe When Sara became an Avó, her capacity to love and cherish became immeasurable. In her well-earned retirement she enjoyed her plants and her garden, and again returned to her creative side.
elevated 7UOBe Sara leaves behind a legacy of love and courage that will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She is profoundly missed by her husband of 56 years Antonio de Medeiros, her three children, John, Victor, and Paula (Ken), and her five beautiful grandchildren, Anthony, Alex, Rachel, Jack and Lily. She leaves behind her siblings, Luis, Margarida, Inocencia, Joao, and Artur. She is reunited in heaven with her sister Maria, her mother Margarida and those she loved who passed before her.
elevated 7UOBe A funeral service to lay to rest and celebrate the admirable life of Sara Maria da Estrela Ferreira de Medeiros will be held at Assumption Funeral Home. Visitation will take place on September 17th, 2024 from 11:00am to 1:00pm, followed by service at 1:00pm, and entombment.
elevated 7UOBe As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Sara’s memory.
elevated 7UOBe Rest in eternal peace our querida (dear) Sara. You will not be forgotten; we now have a guardian angel. Until we are together again.
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elevated 7UOBe É com coração partidos que anunciamos a morte de nossa amada mãe, Sara Maria da Estrela Ferreira de Medeiros, em 11 de setembro de 2024. Ela era uma esposa e mãe dedicada, uma avó e uma irmã querida e amorosa que impactou a vida de quem conheceram.
elevated 7UOBe Nascida na fregsia do Livramento a 26 de novembro de 1942, na ilha de São Miguel, nos Açores, Ela era a segunda mais velha de uma família grande. Sua linda coração a ajudou a criar seus irmãos até que ela começou sua própria família. Ela foi um exemplo de força, resiliência e determinação para seus filhos e netos. Sua generosidade (muitas vezes desconhecida) serão lembrados por todos que tiveram o privilégio de tê-la em suas vidas.
elevated 7UOBe Sara possuía talentos e uma tenacidade que merece reconhecimento e celebração. Ela era uma artista humilde e quieta. Quando jovem, ela gostava de criar coisas bonitas, como pássaros de origami e flores de papel. A beleza artística está vivo nos seus filhos e netos. Em 1984, ela fizesse parte de um grupo de mulheres imigrantes portuguesas, que trabalhavam na indústria de limpeza da cidade de Toronto, e que utilizavam um sindicato para defender que o seu empregador oferecesse igualdade e equidade salarial. Sua ética de trabalho e determinação servem de inspiração.
elevated 7UOBe Quando Sara se tornou avó, a sua capacidade de amar e cuidar tornou-se imensurável. Na sua reforma ela desfrutou das suas plantas e do seu jardim, e voltou novamente ao seu lado criativo.
elevated 7UOBe Sara deixa um legado de amor e coragem que continuará vivo nos corações de sua família e amigos. Ela sentirá falta de seu marido Antonio de Medeiros, de 56 anos, de seus filhos e filha, John, Victor e Paula (Ken), e de seus lindos netos e netas, Anthony, Alex, Rachel, Jack e Lily.
elevated 7UOBe Ela deixa os irmãos Luís, Margarida, Inocência, João e Artur. Ela se reencontra no céu com sua irmã Maria, sua mãe Margarida e aqueles que ela amou e que faleceram antes dela.
elevated 7UOBe Descanse em paz eterna nossa querida mae. Você não será esquecida; agora temos um anjo da guarda. Até estarmos juntos novamente querida mae, saudades.
Paula, Ken, Rachel, Lily, and the entire family,
Showering you with love, support, and prayers as you move through this impossible time. Your dear Mom/Avó’s loving devotion to family has undoubtedly left her legacy in each of you, and in how each of you exist every day.
“Senhor, traga paz e conforto a esta família em seu luto. Que o amor e as memórias de seu ente querido os envolvam e lhes deem força. Amém.”
To the de Souzas family
Thank you so much for your kind words
Thank you for your unwavering support and beautiful heart.
Descansa em paz querida tia. As minhas sentidas condolências ao meu tio e aos meus primos. Um grande beijinho.
Obrigada querida prima. podemos estar longe um do outra, mas sentimos seu amor. Saudades, beijos e abracoes do nos tudos.
Dear Paula and Ken,
We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Paula’s mom. Our hearts go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If there’s anything we can do to support you, whether it’s a listening ear, help with work, or simply a shoulder to lean on, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
With deepest condolences,
Claudia & Gerardo
Paula, Ken and Family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to you and the family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
With love,
Sarah
Paula, Ken, Rachel, Lily and your extended family
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved mother and Avó. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences,
Michelle Turner
Dear Ken\Paula, my deepest sympathy with you and family. My prayers are with you!!
Paula, Ken and the rest of the family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you all during this difficult time. Love and prayers to you and the family.
With love,
Sarah
Paula & Family. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending strength and love for the difficult days ahead.
My condolences to the family I’m very sorry for your loss
Ken, Paula
So sorry to hear you loss, it will be difficult time for your family, our love and prayers are with you.