Obituary of AUGUSTO DA SILVA

AUGUSTO DA SILVA August 31, 1929 - February 17, 2014 Augusto da Silva passed away peacefully on February 17, 2014 at Riverview Health Centre in Winnipeg, MB, at the age of 84. He is survived by his wife, Maria, his children Maria (John), Carlos (Debbie), Jose (April), Ana (Tony), Jack, Olivia (Chad), Ivonne, his grandchildren Sandy (Gil), Bruce, John (Michelle), Nicole (Matt), Ashley, Tyler (Alyssa), Ryan (Janelle), Justin, Jill (Terrance), Jacklyn, Chase, Brenden, many great grandchildren, brother-in-law Manuel Borges and family and brother-in-law Carlos Borges and family. Augusto was born on the island of Cabo Verde and at 1 year of age, his mother took him to the Medeira Island where he lived most of his young life. Augusto travelled to Africa and in his early twenties he arrived in San Miguel. He married his wife Maria on January 16, 1955 and had 7 children prior to immigrating to Canada in 1966 where they had 2 more children. Augusto worked as a baker with Eaton's Company until its closure and shortly afterwards worked for Motor Coach until his retirement. Augusto enjoyed traveling and meeting new people. He loved watching old movies, playing pool, going to the club and was one heck of a good dancer. He loved to tell stories, reminisce about old times and always had a smile on his face. The family would like to thank Riverview Health Centre 3 East - Palliative Care Unit. We would also like to thank his many friends and relatives for their support and well wishes during this difficult time. Prayers will be held on Friday, February 21 at 8:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 22 at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 181 Austin St. N. Interment to follow at Assumption Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made out to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9.