Joao Luis Quintal
elevated h6PhL August 19, 1940 ~ March 28, 2025
elevated h6PhL Visitation
Monday, March 31, 2025, from 4:00 – 8:00pm
Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home
7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 1A5
elevated h6PhL Funeral Service
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:30am
Chapel of Our Lady of Consolation at Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home
7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 1A5
elevated h6PhL Entombment
Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery – St. Anthony’s Mausoleum
7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 1A5
elevated h6PhL Reception
Da Vinci Hall
5732 Highway 7, Unit 33 (Hall C) Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 3A2
elevated h6PhL Obituary
elevated h6PhL It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joao Luis Andrade Quintal on March 28, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on August 19, 1940, in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, Joao built a life of hard work and dedication, running his own business to support his family. In 1969, he emigrated to Canada in pursuit of a brighter future while remaining steadfast in his Portuguese roots, traditions, and values.
elevated h6PhL Joao is now reunited with the love of his life, his wife Maria. Their relationship – an anomaly of their generation – was a beautiful example of romance and passion. Joao’s unwavering love and commitment never faltered, as he cared for her with tenderness and devotion throughout her lengthy illness, remaining inseparable until Maria’s last breath.
elevated h6PhL He leaves behind his two beloved sons, Jose (Sara) and Joao (Erma), and is forever cherished by his grandchildren: Erica (Nick), John Carlo, Emiliano, Jonathan, Christopher, and Daniel. He was overjoyed by the presence of his great-granddaughter Isla and his grand puppy Stella. Joao is survived by his brothers, Daniel (Maria) and Jorge (Adelina), as well as his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. He is also reunited with his parents, Carlos and Maria, his sisters, Bella and Julia (Frank), and his brother Gonsalves (Celeste), among many others who have undoubtedly welcomed him into paradise with warm reception and of course, a celebratory drink.
elevated h6PhL Joao was a kind, caring, and generous man who stood strong behind his beliefs and values. He lived a simple life, greeted each day with a smile, and found immense joy in the company of his loved ones. He took great pleasure in watching his cherished Benfica soccer team, enjoying classic films, following his daily Portuguese soap opera, staying informed with the news, and, of course, playing the lottery each day. Even in his final days, after a fall in January, Joao’s kindness and strength continued to shine. Just the day before he passed, his nurse shared that even though he could no longer speak, Joao still found ways to express his gratitude by kissing the hands of his caretakers, offering them his most heartfelt smile.
elevated h6PhL His memory will live on in the hearts of all that had the honour to know him. The family wishes to thank everyone for their love, prayers and support during this difficult time.
elevated h6PhL Rest in peace Joao. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
elevated h6PhL In memory of Joao, a donation may be made to a charity of your choice.
We have many fond memories of Tio Johnny (Joao).
We will remember his smile, warmth, sincerity, generosity and kindness.
We will never forget his love and commitment to his wife as he cared for her until the end.
The kids will miss visiting him and his birds and look forward to seeing him again one day.
Love always Nino, Melanie, Olivia and Isabelle
Thank you for your kind words Nino and for sharing these fond memories of your Tio Joao! He will be missed by all who were fortunate to know him. May he rest in peace!
Sending sincere condolences from The Scanlon Family, Dublin, Ireland on the sad passing of Joao.
May those who loved and mourn him find comfort and strength to carry on.
Rest in Peace Joao 🙏
Thank you for your kind words during this difficult time. We were all truly blessed to have had the opportunity to make many wonderful memories with Joao which we will cherish forever. May he rest in peace.
Dear Joe, Erma, Jonathan, Christopher and Daniel; Jose, Quintal families and friends:
We are very sad and express our deepest condolences upon learning of the passing of Joao. Joao, was such a good man and always one to reach out his hand to help. Everyone enjoyed his company. Joao, we are all blessed to have shared life and wonderful memories with you.
Everyday we pray for those in our lives that have gone to the Lord before us. With their teachings and God’s hand we find the strength, dignity, and respect to carry on and to continue to “fight the good fight”.
Joao, you will be truly missed and always fondly remembered. God bless you Joao always and may God grant us all strength and courage. With deepest sympathy and fond remembrance, Zia Barbara and Uncle Joe.
Thank you Joe for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are all truly blessed to have shared so many memories with Joao and know that God will give us all the strength to carry on. Joao will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace.
Sending our deepest condlences and most sincere sympathies to the entire Quintall family. May the fond memories you created together guide you through this difficult time. May he rest in peace. Love Pat, Diane, Luca & Alexia Pisanti.
Thank you for your kind words Pat. We are fortunate to have many wonderful memories to cherish to help us through the days ahead.
My deepest condolences to you both Jose and Joe and your families on the passing of your father. He was a very good man and may he rest in peace. 🙏❤️
Thank you for your kind words Peter. He was, a good man and lead a very simple and sincere life we can all strive to follow. May he rest in peace.