Antonio Rodrigues Da Silva
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Friday, May 23, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home Chapel
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
elevated pXJ1L Funeral Service
Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home Chapel
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
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Assumption Catholic Cemetery
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
elevated pXJ1L Obituary
elevated pXJ1L Antonio Rodrigues Da Silva, 75, of Caledon, Ontario, passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside on May 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Antonio is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Helena Da Silva, his sons Oscar and Eric Da Silva, his daughters-in-law Diane and Tania, and his beloved grandchildren Romeo, Leandro, Drea, Julian, Lily, and Charlotte.
elevated pXJ1L Antonio was born on April 18, 1950, in Aveiro, Portugal, in the community of Quinta do Gato, to Antonio Dias Da Silva and Laura Rodrigues Pinto. He spent his formative years in Aveiro, where he developed an early interest in mechanics and electronics. In his youth, he was an avid soccer player, competing for Futebol Clube de Arouca in the Portuguese Second Division, as well as the junior squad for Beira Mar Futebol Clube.
elevated pXJ1L Antonio graduated in 1974 from the University of Coimbra with a degree in Engineering, specializing in Electrotechnics. His academic efforts were recognized with distinction, and his degree was conferred with honors by the Rector of the University, a mark of both excellence and his unwavering dedication to the sciences.
elevated pXJ1L In 1979, Antonio immigrated to Canada to reunite with his fiancée Helena, whom he married that same year. Together, they built a life rooted in family, hard work, and perseverance. Soon after his arrival, Antonio founded Tech Electric Motors, bringing his engineering expertise to the Canadian trade sector. His reputation for precision, integrity, and innovation made him a respected figure among clients and peers alike.
elevated pXJ1L Outside of work, Antonio enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and riding his motorcycle, and he rarely missed a soccer match on television. His passion for his hobbies never waned, and he took great pride in sharing them with his children and grandchildren.
elevated pXJ1L Antonio will be remembered for his quiet strength, devotion to family, and deep sense of responsibility. His life was marked by steady progress—one purposeful step after another—shaped by his values, his heritage, and a profound sense of duty. His legacy endures in the lives of those who knew and loved him. in
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elevated pXJ1L In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bethell Hospice in Antonio’s memory.
Are Deepest condolences to Helena Oscar and Eric and family. Antonio was a wonderful carrying person who will be greatly missed. RIP my friend. Love Carlos and Lurdes Mark Daniel and Sra Lurdes.
Lena, to you, your boys and family. We send our sincerest condolences at this very sad time..
May Tony now rest in eternal peace. Xx
Lena and family, our deepest condolences and prayers are with you all,at this difficult time.
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family on the loss of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
His energy and zest for life was so infectious!
There are no words that can ease the pain of losing a loved one, know that looking back at all your wonderful memories together, will help you through this very difficult time.
Lena receba nosso abraço bem apertado nesse momento difícil para todos vocês!
Duda, Carol, Bel e Rico
Pela amizade de uma vida, pelos momentos de convívio e partilha e pela resiliência na doença, os meus mais sinceros pêsames à Helena, aos dois filhos, Oscar e Eric, às noras e netos. Que a paz e serenidade esteja convosco neste momento de dor.
Helena, Oscar, Diane, Eric, Tania and Family
We are saddened to hear of this great loss. Always cherish the wonderful memories you have made with Tony. He will always be by your side.
Sincerest condolences,
Ida, Lino, Adrianno, Rachael and Gabriel Domanico
Sinto muito pela perda do Antônio. Que Deus conforte a família e lhes dê forças para superar esse momento. A vida dele será lembrada por todos que o conheceram. Meus pêsames a todos familiares.
Lena minha querida minhas condolências que Deus conforte toda família.
Que Deus o tenha em um bom lugar.
Sinta se abraçada
Minha amiga.
Helena, Oscar, Eric and family, we send you our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time and hope you can find some comfort and peace in the memories you hold dear.
We’re sending a warm hug to the entire family, along with our
heartfelt condolences. May God grant Tony eternal peace, and bring
strength and comfort to his loved ones during this difficult time.
Our condolences to the family.R.I.P🙏🏻
To my sister and her family I am so very sorry for your lost. It’s hard to come to terms with the lost of such a kind and loving person, we have great memories to cherish, remember how Tony loved our dad. To where you are right now we wish you peace, joy and no more suffering, goodbye for now until we meet again
Rezaremos para que a Alma do nosso amigo Tony descanse em paz nos braços do nosso Salvador.
As nossas sentidas condolências para a nossa querida Amiga Lena, seus filhos, noras e netos. Estarão nas nossas orações para que Deus conforte os vossos corações neste momento de grande dôr.
We’re very saddened to hear of Tony’s loss. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Rest In Peace my friend.
Lena querida, sinto muito pela sua perda. Te envio um abraço forte e muito carinho para vc e toda a família.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
With caring thoughts and love,
Kathy, Norbert, Christopher & Daniel Axtmann
The world lost a great man who made a positive impact in many people’s lives. My heart breaks for my amazing aunt Lena, Oscar and Eric, who are basically brothers to me and their wonderful families. Tio To, I’ll always cherish the memories of our Virginia trips and will greatly miss our card games. You are and will be missed.
Amigo Tonito serás sempre recordado com carinho. Vou ter saudades das nossas conversas sobre Aveiro. Querida amiga Lena os meu sentidos pêsames para ti, os teus filhotes Eric e Óscar , noras e netinhos.
Helena, the love you and Antonio shared was beautifully evident over the years. It’s hard to picture a world without the joy of you both dancing and laughing together. May rest in eternal peace, and may you and your family find warmth and comfort in the cherished memories you hold so dearly.
Como eu gostaria neste momento de encontrar as palavras certas para confortar o teu coraçao mas nao è façil de saber o que dizer para quem perdeu uma pessoa como o Antonio.
Os meus sentimentos
Helena, como eu gostava neste momento de encontrar as palavras certas para confortar o teu coraçao mas nao è façil de saber o que dizer para uma pessoa que perdeu uma pessoa tao querida por todos como o Antonio.
Os meus sentimentos.
Your loved one
Touched so many lives
and may it comfort you
To know that
Special memories
Live on with others, too.
With Deepest Sympathy.
O nosso querido amigo António viverá para sempre nos nossos corações! A partilha dos bons momentos passados juntos ao longo de tantos anos, os nossos passeios nas ruas do Algarve , a sua boa disposição e energia nunca serão esquecidos.
Querida Lena, Óscar, Eric e restante família, os nossos mais sentidos sentimentos neste momento tão difícil.