Joseph Tarasius Louis D’Souza
elevated q4280 February 25, 1959 ~ June 30, 2026
elevated q4280 Obituary
With profound sadness and faith in the Resurrection, we announce the passing of Joseph Tarasius Louis D’Souza who entered into eternal rest on June 30th 2026 at the age of 67. Known by many as Joe, Tarasius or Terry.
elevated q4280 Joseph was a devoted Catholic Goan whose life reflected a deep love for God, family, and community. He had a strong sense of humor and a love for adventure. Joseph was always quick to help in any way possible, giving, without asking in return and was loved by many. Through prayer, service, and unwavering faith, he touched the lives of everyone around him and served as a source of strength, wisdom, and compassion to all who knew him.
elevated q4280 Joseph was the beloved husband of June (nee Dantas) for 33 years and a loving parent to Averil, Ann-May & Aaron. He was a cherished son to Walter and Theresa and a loving brother to Leonard.
elevated q4280 Throughout his life, Joseph found joy in sports, fixing things, being outdoors, volunteering with the parish, G.O.A., Knights of Columbus, and travelling. Above all, he treasured time spent with family including many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He remained steadfast in faith, always trusting in God’s love and mercy.
elevated q4280 The family takes comfort in the words of Christ: “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he dies, shall live.” (John 11:25)
elevated q4280 May the angels lead him into paradise, and may he rest in the peace of Christ.
elevated q4280 Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.
elevated q4280 Visitation
Sunday, July 5, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home Chapel
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
elevated q4280 Funeral Mass
Monday, July 6, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
St. Ignatius Loyola Church
2300 Burnhamthorpe Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5L 3T6
Missing Terry immensely..but his wise words and humourous nature bring me comfort. Fly with the angels, dear cousin 🪽. My deep condolences and love to all family and friends ❤️.
Dearest June, Averil, Ann-May and Aaron,
Our deepest sympathies to each of you. Terry’s faith was an inspiration and we know he is joyful in heaven.
In love and prayer,
Pauline and Michael Dantas
Dear Cousin June accept our deepest condolences from Zephy Valerie and Russell may Joe soul rest in peace Amen 🙏
My family and I send our deepest condolences. I will always remember Terry for his kindness and good nature. Our thoughts are with his family during this time. We also extend condolences to his extended family, and all the D’Souza’s.
Sending lots of love to Averil, Ann-May, Aaron and June. Terry was always very kind to me and I’m blessed to have gotten to see him when I was in town last. His energy never diminished, even through all struggles. He’ll live on forever through his strong, loving children. While it’s a sad time, may who he was and what he stood for never be forgotten.
I love you Uncle Terry. You were a strong positive male role model to look up to during my youth, and even till this day!
Your patience, humble nature, strength, refined mannerisms, consideration for others, DIY handyman abilities, sense of humor and devotion to your family all inspired me to become a better man and your memory will live within my heart. No doubt, your legacy will continue to inspire me when I one day have a family of my own.
I could not have asked for a better Godfather.
God bless you Uncle Terry. You truly were a man of remarkable character and left a positive lasting impression on me.
Till we meet again my friend!
Dear June and family our prayers and condolences.
Terry rest in peace in his heavenly home.
God bless you all
Arnold, Michelle and Nicholas.
Our sincere condolences to you June and family and the rest of the Dantas family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time and May your memories together bring you comfort.
Please accept my “Condolences” to the whole family…may
Terry rest in peace..Diana
Dear June, Our heartfelt Sympathies go out to you and to the Dantas family for the loss of our dear Terry. I know how much he meant to you and all who knew him. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
May Joseph rest in peace. My condolences to his whole family.
Dear June, Averil, Ann-May, Aaron Our deepest condolences. Terry was a lovely soul and he will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you all. Keith, Katie and Violette.
Please accept our deepest sympathies June,Avril,AnneMay and Aaron on the passing of Terry.We will always remember him to be a kind,
Loving ,soft spoken and jovial person.He will be deeply missed by us all,may his soul rest in peace.
Trevor,Sandra,Andrew and Rachel
My thoughts and prayers are with you June, Averil, Ann-May, Aaron and your family. It’s hard to lose someone so dear, but we never loose the ones we love. They stay with us like a fire in our hearts. I always remember Terry as such a cheerful and wonderful human being.
Dear June and Family,
Our hearts full of love and support are with you. Terry’s remarkable smile, kindness and his ability to lift the spirits of everyone will always be remembered. Even through his long and difficult illness, he faced each day with a smile, incredible courage, grace and strength. Will always treasure his wanting to smile for the last picture we took with him.
May you all find comfort in all the beautiful memories shared and strength in the love of family and friends.
And to dear Terry,
As a beloved brother-in-law and a cherished god-father to our daughter, your love and kindness will forever remain in our hearts.
Rest in peace.
Sending all of our love and sympathies to Aunty June, Averil, Ann-May, and Aaron! Uncle Terry, my godfather, was always a kind and positive soul who made everyone around him smile. He will forever live on in our hearts! May his soul rest easy, till we meet again.
Our heartfelt sympathies to June, Averil, Ann May, Aaron and the bereaved fly.
We will all miss him very deeply.
May the Lord grant him a place of pride in His Kingdom.
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
May his soul rest in peace.
June, Averil, Ann May and Aaron,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our heart and prayers are with you all during this heartbreaking time. Terry was such a kind man, whose deep faith and unwavering love for his family were evident to everyone who knew him. Terry fought his battle with great courage, and his life was a beautiful witness to God’s love and grace
At our family gatherings we always looked forward to seeing Terry. He was always positive, kind, and brought warmth and happiness wherever he went. He will be deeply missed.
Love, Sean, Claudette, Jayna and Noah
Dearest june
Averil and farbod
Annmay n Aaron
Uncle Walter n aunty Theresa and Leonard
Brandon and family
Our sincere and deepest condolences to you all and all extended family
May our dear Terry soul rest in peace.
He was very kind and helpful n always there for us.
We will miss him dearly.
We will cherish all the memories of picnics n trips n cottages n functions with him.
He loved to dance and sit by the fireplace.
May god comfort each of you and you all are in our hearts and prayers.
Love you Terry..rest in peace.
Richard and juliet
Ilona and daryl n nani
Cousin June and family. Walter, Theresa,Leonard and family.
May my good friend and brother knight rest in peace. You will be sorely missed! Your ever smiling face, quick wit,and great sense of humor will be remembered forever. Till we meet again
Ralph, Cleona and family
Dear June, Averil, Ann-May, Aaron, Theresa, Walter, Leonard, Brandon and family, extended family members.
Please accept our deepest condolences on your sad loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Terry would fondly greet me “hello Aunty Augusta” with a mischievous smile whenever we met at occasions. I remember him being kind, very helpful, had a great sense of humour and had a deep love for his family. He will be dearly missed!
When we went to see Terry shortly before he passed, he was struggling to get the words out, in discomfort but was determined to communicate with us. He bore his heavy cross with a smile, which showed his deep Faith in God.
Rest in Peace dear Terry. No more suffering..you have earned your Eternal Reward!
Very sorry to know the sad demise of Terry.
Our heartfelt condolences to you June Averiel,Ann May n Aaron n to all your family.
May God grant Terry’s soul eternal rest. May perpetual light shine upon him.
Our prayers are there for you all dear June at this time of grief.
June and family, we are so deeply sorry for your loss, and heartbroken to hear the news! Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Terry was such a wonderful person, and we have fond memories to cherish always. He will be missed. May your happy memories bring you peace and comfort. Sending healing prayers and love to your family. May he Rest in Peace!
est in Peace!
June and family, we are s deeply sorry for your loss, and heartbroken to hear the news! Our sincere condolences to the family. Terry was such a wonderful person, and we have fond memories to cherish always. He will be missed. May your happy memories bring you peace and comfort. Sending healing prayers and love to your family. May he rest in peace!