Mr. Jose Barbosa

You are all in our thoughts and meditations during this difficult time. Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there. I did not die. Joe lives on in all of you. Sending love, Jim and Alyssa Slee

We are so sorry for your loss. We know how close your family is and how important Mr. Barbosa was as a Father Grandfather and Great Grandfather. He was is a great man and we are honored to have had the opportunity to have spent time with him at the wedding. Our hearts go out to your family in this difficult time. Love Sean Nikki Mikey and Tessa Slee

Dear Margaret, Lily and families, We feel a deep sorrow for the loss of a wonderful father, grandfather and great grandfather. When we look in the eyes of John Preston & Damien Alexander we can only imagine how strong, faithful and kind they will grow having had a great grandfather like Joe. We still remember going over to Joe’s home and having tea with desserts laid out so specially. Pamela is our beautiful daughter-in-law who has shared many many stories about the impact of her grandfather in her life. Jeff our son was always so warmly welcomed by Joe. He will be greatly missed and remembered always. We say a prayer of comfort and peace for you and your families. Francine and Rick Slee and family

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS your father will be missed very much. by you and your family and by the portuguese church and people wich he devoted so much time.

Our deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences to the entire family on the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. I will always remember how dedicated he was to his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. May he rest in peace. God bless.

Dear Margaret and Olidia, My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. Mr.Barbosa, was an amazing person who made me feel welcomed the fist time I meet him. I will never forget his kind heart, warm smiles and generous hospitality. It was always a pleasure to visit with him, and listen to his stories. It is a huge loss. I know he was such a proud grandfather and great grandfather. Pamela and I will make sure that Preston and Damien know what a great man he was. His memory will always live on. Please know that I am thinking of you both during this sad time.

Mr. Joe Barbosa aka the best grandfather in the world Avo was really an exceptional person. He made his family particularly his four grandchildren the centre of his world. He was married to my grandmother, Olidia, for almost 50 years. My grandfather was the kind of man that brought the best out of other people, just watching him in action made you want to become a better person yourself. For example he would help my grandmother clean their house every Saturday, he dedicated many years of his time and money to the church, and he spent all of his free time to help raise his grandchildren. He was our personal chauffeur, our biggest fan and would always marvel at our accomplishments. He was a social man and was probably the only elderly person I knew with a cell phone so his family and friends could reach him while he was out. later in life he purchased a computer with the sole purpose to learn how to watch the soccer games on the internet.My grandmother and him made my childhood a memorable one. I loved going to Portuguese festivals with them, and I always enjoyed coming home to see them on the veranda chatting with their friends. My grandfather was a simple man with strong values who never lost sight of what was important; family. He worked as a janitor and never complained. He was the proudest Canadian I knew, he respected the country that gave him a comfortable life. He learnt how to speak English and could finally read his own mail which was a big accomplishment. He was very creative and a handy man. He could fix just about anything, and he was by our standards an environmentalist at heart. In my lifetime he only had 2 cars( I am 30 years old), he rode the public transportation on a regular basis and walked whenever he could. Avo, rarely ever threw anything out, his dish stand in the kitchen sink even got a repair with some colourful wiring! His life mattered, he was a great man who lead by example and made a difference in my life. I miss you avo, and thank you for all that you have done for me.

Our sincerest condolences on your loss. Let your loving memories be a sense of comfort knowing that he is now in Heaven with God.

Our deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences on the loss of dear father, father-in-law and grandfather. May you all be comforted with the fact that he is gone to a much better place and left you all with many memorable moments. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss and difficult time. May he rest in peace! Much love always,

Our deepest sympathies goes out to all the family .These are dificult times but think of all the good times and the long life that Mr.Barbosa had together with his family. He will be greatly missed. God Bless his sole and may he rest in peace.