João “John” DeFreitas
elevated rDw1C February 7, 1945 ~ March 25, 2025
elevated rDw1C Visitation
Monday, March 31, 2025 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated rDw1C Funeral Mass
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated rDw1C Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
Holy Family Mausoleum
elevated rDw1C Obituary
It is with heavy hearts and a profound sense of loss we announce the peaceful passing of João “John” DeFreitas on March 25, 2025, at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, in Maple at the age of 80. Born on February 7, 1945 in Madeira, Cruzinhas Do Faial. Beloved husband of 56 years to Laurinda (nee Lemos). Loving father of Helder. Proud Avô of Johnny. Dear brother of Florentina, the late Manuel and the late Cesar. John will be sadly missed and held dear in the hearts of his many extended family and friends. He will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.
elevated rDw1C Your thoughts and kindness are truly appreciated during this time of sorrow.
elevated rDw1C In lieu of flowers, donations in honour of John can be made to Diabetes Canada.
Mary, I’m so sorry to hear of your father in laws passing. Based on all the stories you would share, there is no doubt the world has lost a beautiful soul. May you be surrounded by the same love and support you showed John over the last several months. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
John
Very sad to hear of your passing. Thank you for all the fun times at maderia park you were the best cook .
RIP
Jeff Pinchuk
Mary, I’m so sorry for the loss of your father-in-law. I know you and Johnny loved him dearly and will miss Grandpa. May God give you and Julie the strength to help Johnny and your mother-in-law navigate through this difficult time. Mary, I am here for you. Ellen
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Our most sincerest condolences. A donation was made to Diabetes Canada.
Norberto and Ida Costa
My heartfelt condolences to Tia, Helder and Johnny. He was a kind, funny and good hearted man. Loved by all. He will be missed greatly.
My deepest condolences 🙏 for YOU , LAURINDA and the family .
May JOAO SOUL REST in GOD’S ARMS 🙏NOW!