MARIA DA GLORIA BERNARDO DA COSTA

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MARIA DA GLORIA BERNARDO DA COSTA April 4, 2004 It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Maria da Gloria Bernardo Da Costa on April 4, 2004 at Seven Oaks General Hospital. She is predeceased by her husband Joao Da Costa, her parents, two brothers and two sisters. Remaining to cherish her memory are her daughters, Maria Elvira (Joao) Arruda, Gabriela (Laurenio) Sousa, Lorena (Joao) Galante; grandchildren, Rui, Maribela, Susan, Nancy, Jennifer, Denise, Amanda, Dennis, Paul, Roger, and Kristin; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Maria da Gloria was born in Sao Miguel, Acores, Portugal and immigrated to Canada in 1966 with her three daughters to join her husband. She was a devout Roman Catholic and parishioner of the Immaculate Conception Parish. Maria da Gloria was a woman of committed faith. She will be remembered as a loving mother, caring grandmother and a wonderful friend. Prayers will be held on Wednesday, April 7 at 7:45 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 181 Austin St. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 8 at 10:00 a.m also at Immaculate Conception Parish with Rev. Fr. Jose Eduardo Medeiros officiating. Entombment will follow at Assumption Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Marias memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 200-6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. We the family would like to thank the staff at Seven Oaks General Hospital for all their care, kindness and support. Avo You were a mother, grandma and friend, We always hoped your life would never end. You had many close calls over all these years, But none of them brought us to this many tears. Although you suffered and were always in pain, You proved the doctors wrong time and time again. A stronger woman, Ive never met An independent woman that I will never forget. A memory sharper than anyone I know, Only you could tell stories from decades ago. A sharp witted tongue never did fail, You would leave us stunned with no prevail. All the times Id lay my head on your lap, Or lie on your bed and take a quick nap. To this day youd play with my hair, Nothing felt better when I was full of despair. When I was lost with no one to call, You were the one who knew it all. The times with you were feelings of bliss, Each laugh, each tear, each hug I will miss. I wont forget your crackers and tea, Chocolate milk and crackers for me. To this day when Im feeling sick, Nothing cures me like crackers and milk. I know its now your time to leave, And now our time has come to grieve. I wish I wasnt left behind, You, Avo, are one of a kind. Poem written by: Kristin Galante CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 08, 2004