GODOFREDO SIRIT ONIO, SR. -

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GODOFREDO SIRIT ONIO, SR. 1926 - 2010 It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Godofredo S. Onio, Sr. on May 17, 2010. He was predeceased by his infant daughters Melani, and Redina, and wife, Rebecca Anala Onio and survived by his daughter Mila (Rick) Negrych; son Wilfredo (Margie); son Godofredo, Jr. (Lorna); son Alfredo (Marissa); daughter Isabelle (Mar) Cruto; Godofredo, III (Andrew); grandchildren Jacylyn (Thomas) Villanueva; Melani (Mario) Guiao; Albien; Wilma; Sarah (Rainer) Cuenco; Samuel (Patricia) Negrych; John; Naomi Negrych; Alfredo, Jr.; Cavin, Nathanael Negrych; Aaron; Mark Cruto; Alyzza; Marlon Cruto; great-grandchildren Callasandra; Michael; Mateo; Wesley; Caitlyn; Chasity; Makenna; niece Olive Villanueva; great-niece Zayne Quitilen; and relatives in the Philippines, niece Josie (Eddie) Santos; and his brother and sister. Born in Maangas, Lagunoy, Philippines on January 14, 1926, Godofredo immigrated to Winnipeg, MB in November 1979. He described his first winter as the same ice you would find in an ice box. Since his arrival, he lived a humbling life working odd jobs, while keeping his family together. Although he encountered adverse circumstances, he had a zeal for life, a contagious humour, and an unquenchable love for his family. He loved to amuse his family with tales from his childhood and anecdotes about his life in the Philippines. He was known for his long-winded goodbyes that would often last late into the night. He will be greatly missed by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends. The legacy of his life will not be soon forgotten. We will carry you always with us, Lolo. May you rest in the arms of God. Lamay/Prayers to be held at Mosaic Funeral Chapel, 1839 Inkster Blvd. on Wednesday, May 19 and Thursday, May 20 commencing at 6:00 p.m. and concluding at the request of the family. Prayers will be said both evenings at 7:30 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 21, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. from Mosaic Funeral Chapel with Pastor Fred Sebastian officiating. Interment at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, 4000 Portage Ave. A Reception will follow at Mosaic's Reception Centre immediately following the interment. For online condolences or to light a memorial candle please log onto www.mosaicfunerals.ca. 1839 INKSTER BLVD. 275-5555

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 19, 2010