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JORGE ALBERTO CHAVES
Born: Sep 10, 1959
Date of Passing: Jan 29, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJORGE ALBERTO CHAVES September 10, 1959 - January 29, 2017 On January 29, 2017, surrounded by family, Jorge Chaves, passed away peacefully after a hard fought battle with cancer. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Mona, daughters Dia (Andrew) and Jena (Chris); his granddaughter Eliana. He also leaves to mourn his parents Jose and Filomena, brothers Jose, Arsenio (Maria), Ernesto (Lori), sister Ermelinda (Silvino), and sister-in-law Ana Maria; sister-in-law Donna (Dennis) and brother-in-law Dennis (Sue); numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and one great-great-nephew. He was predeceased by his brother Dinis, father-in-law Gordon and mother-in-law Mona. Jorge was born in Santa Maria, Azores, Portugal. He immigrated to Winnipeg at the age of nine with his family. He was the youngest of six siblings, raised in the west end of Winnipeg. He was an extremely hard worker and loyal employee, he worked for almost 40 years in the drywall industry, the majority of the time was with Econo Wall and Ceilings. Jorge and Mona had many great years together raising their daughters. Lots of time spent camping and travelling. Jorge developed a passion for the game of golf over the years, anywhere he went his golf clubs were in tow. He even got to check golfing at the beautiful Kapalua golf course in Maui off his bucket list. He will be forever remembered for his sense of humour and his ability to memorize one line of song lyrics, singing them repeatedly. He was the rock of our family and stood by us through many good and trying times. He will be deeply missed. Prayers will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2017, at 8:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 181 Austin. Funeral will be held at the Immaculate Conception Church on Friday, February 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. with reception to follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jorge's memory may be made to St. Boniface Hospital's Palliative Care Foundation.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 01, 2017
Condolences & Memories (17 entries)
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Thinking of you all and sending lots of love. Xoxox - Posted by: Andrew, Leah & Ella Costa () on: Feb 04, 2017
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So sorry for your loss. There was never a dull moment at Ernie and Lori's when Jorge and Mona were over! Many laughs to remember. Rest peacefully Jorge. - The Surcon's - Posted by: Lindsay Surcon (Family Friend) on: Feb 02, 2017
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I am so very sorry for your loss Mona, Dia, and Jena. Words cannot express. Sending lots of love. - Posted by: Marianne Sawchuk () on: Feb 02, 2017
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Our sincerest condolences to the entire Chaves family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. - Posted by: The Amarals (Paulo, Paula, Ethan, and Tristan) (Family/Friends) on: Feb 02, 2017
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I didn't know Jorge personally but family members. To Mona and family, I am sorry for your loss. He will be remembered by many people. - Posted by: Doug Brock (friend of family members) on: Feb 02, 2017
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I am so very sorry for your loss. I had the great pleasure to work with Jorge at Econo for a few years. His warm smile, big laugh, great personality and his caring nature are a few of the attributes I will always remember. - Posted by: Joanne Hunter (Work Friend) on: Feb 02, 2017
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Mona, Pat and I would like to extend our sincere sympathies' to you, Dia, Jena and the rest of the Chaves extended family which we had the pleasure to meet many times. Jorge was very special to us personally, and to our organization. He left me with many great memories, a true friend. See you soon. Claude and Pat Precourt - Posted by: Claude Precourt (Friend) on: Feb 02, 2017
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My sympathies Andrew, Dia and Mona. I had the pleasure of meeting Jorge and you Mona once at my sister, Patty's. I knew you two would become part of our family, Dia already was. Lots of laughs, stories and love spread that day. Love and hugs sent to the whole Chaves family... - Posted by: Dawn Wilkins (Andrew's Auntie ) on: Feb 01, 2017
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Whenever we saw Jorge we were always struck by his kind and caring nature, always ready to lend a hand. He had a great sense of humour and was a joy to be around. He was taken too soon and will be greatly missed. We send our heartfelt condolences to Mona and all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We are so sorry we are unable to attend the funeral. Hilda and Fred - Posted by: Hilda and Fred Hay (Friend of the family) on: Feb 01, 2017
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Mona, Dia, Jenna and Family, Our deepest condolences to you all in your time of sorrow. Jorge was a fantastic man and will be dearly missed. Sincerely, Bruce and Sheri - Posted by: Bruce And Sheri Edge (Family Friend) on: Feb 01, 2017
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Worked with Jorge about 6 years ago, great guy. We played some golf together. Sorry for your loss. - Posted by: gerry wasney (freind co worker) on: Feb 01, 2017
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My deep and profound sympathies go out to the whole family. Heaven is a little richer with the soul of such a wonderful person. God bless you all during this extremely difficult time. - Posted by: Maria Dias and family (Family friend) on: Feb 01, 2017
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So sorry for your loss, I have known Jorge since we were young teens, he was a great person and I am so fortunate to have been able to call him my friend. Hugs to you Mona, Dia and Jena and know he will always be by your side in memory. - Posted by: Rosey Oliveira (friend) on: Feb 01, 2017
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Sorry for your loss Mona and family, our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Debbie Saunders () on: Feb 01, 2017
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Ralph and Eleanor Link offer their condolences and sympathy to all the family in their time of loss. - Posted by: Ralph and Eleanor (Friends) on: Feb 01, 2017
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Dear Mona, Dia, Jena and Family, We never had the good fortune to meet Jorge but have heard such wonderful things about him through Donna. We are so very sorry for your loss. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Kerry and Bob Green - Posted by: Kerry and Bob Green (Friend of Mona'/ sister, Donna) on: Feb 01, 2017
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I got to know Jorge better when we played pooled together one summer. He had such a wit! There was never any question about how he felt about Mona. She was everything to him. His fire and his passion was fueled by his family and friends. I know that when I arrive in heaven, Jorge will be there with that infectious smile, an arm around my shoulder and offering me a beer for the journey! I will miss him. My deepest sympathies to Mona, Dia and Jena. Eliana will hear so many stories about her Grandpa that she will know him and love him too. - Posted by: Cheryl Stapleton (Friend of the family) on: Feb 01, 2017