Maria Chen-Alvarez
elevated 4vtDE September 26, 1952 – May 20, 2023
elevated 4vtDE Funeral Service
Monday, May 29, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Catholic Cremation Services Chapel
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T1N4
elevated 4vtDE To view a livestream of the Funeral Service on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. please click here.
elevated 4vtDE Obituary
elevated 4vtDE Surrounded by love, Maria Dolores Chen-Alvarez passed away at the age of 70 on Saturday, May 20th, 2023. Born in Galicia, Spain, Maria grew up in Madrid and lived in Malaysia and Jamaica, before moving with her family to settle in Ontario, Canada.
elevated 4vtDE She is survived by her husband Chee Kee and her three children Carlos (Jennifer), Marcos (Katherine) and Ana (Angelo). One of Maria’s tremendous joys was being “Abuela” (Grandma) to Gabriel, Niko and Tristan. Maria is also survived by her siblings, Pilar and Segundo and loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.
elevated 4vtDE Maria was a vibrant person with a love of creativity expressed through everything from painting, photography, gardening and dancing, to cooking in multiple cuisines.
elevated 4vtDE She will also be remembered for her sense of humour, generosity and love of all furry friends (especially her Shih-Tzu puppies – Milo, Sophie and Amiee).
elevated 4vtDE The funeral will be held at Catholic Cremation Service Chapel on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 11am. Services will be private for immediate family and close family friends. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations towards the Baycrest Foundation for brain health.
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My heartfelt condolences to your family. May her soul rest in peace.
May the love which comes from the memories of the dearly departed comfort you now and in the days ahead!
Dear Carlos,
I’m very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace.
My condolences to you and your family. May her soul Rest In Peace.
Losing someone so close is hard. My deepest condolences to you and your family
My sincere condolences are with you and your family during this time.
May departed soul rest in peace.
I’m very sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Dear Chee Kee,
My deepest condolences to you and your family members for the loss of your beloved Maria.
From Swee Hock, your university classmate, Malaysia.
Dear Swee Hoch,
Thanks for the comforting message. Trying my best to cope.
Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace.
Thinking of you CheeKee and sending blessings of comfort to you and all of your family. Maria will definitely be missed.
Dear Pat,
Thanks for your comforting message. Trying to cope the best way I can. The family is a great source of support.
I offer my sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. May you and your family find strength and solace in loving memories.
I am very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family.
May her soul rest in piece.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace and this tranquility together with all dear memories, give you comfort during this difficult time.
Dear Chee Kee.
We are indeed sad to hear the passing of your beloved Maria. Our heartfelt condolences to you and family. May she rest in peace and may God bless her soul.
Thanks Tong Lee for your comforting message. Trying to cope the best way I can.
My condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I am very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family. May her soul rest in piece.
Dear Chee Kee,
My Condolences to you and your family on the loss of wife.
Love and prayers from,
Cherfelt
Caribbean Bottling Company (Bahamas) Ltd
Dear Cherfelt,
Thank you for your comforting message. I’m trying to cope with it the best way I can.