elevated YOdBd January 12, 1927- November 11, 2020

elevated YOdBd ALVES Antonio Elias of Toronto, Ontario, passed away at Toronto Western Hospital at the age of 93 years. 

elevated YOdBd Antonio Elias Alves, beloved husband of Maria Olivia. Much loved father of John Alves (Karen) and Goretti Alves. Cherished grandfather of Scott (Vanessa), Danielle (Michael), Matthew (Eden), Zachary, and Patrick.  Dear great grandfather of Lucas, Malia, Gabriel, and Mary Jane.

elevated YOdBd Born in Rabo-de-Peixe, Sao Miguel, Portugal. Antonio married Maria Olivia on June 22, 1957. He emigrated to Canada in 1961 to prepare a better life for his family who joined him in 1963. They settled in Toronto, and have lived at the same home ever since. He worked hard throughout his life as a farmer, construction worker, and caretaker until he retired in 1992. Shortly afterwards, he and Maria Olivia spent many happy times together vacationing in Mexico, Dominican Republic, and throughout Europe. Antonio livened up every family get-together with his quick wit, wisdom, and wonderful stories. He will be especially remembered for his role of “Santa” which he so lovingly played every single Christmas Eve. Antonio will be missed so profoundly, but his family will always cherish their many incredible memories of him.

            We love you, Pai, Vavô, and Bisavô

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elevated YOdBd In light of the current COVID 19 Pandemic, the family will be having a private Funeral Mass on Tuesday November 17, 2020 at 1:30pm. To watch the Mass live please click the link below.

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