Obituary

Virginia Arruda (Pedro) passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Tuesday, December 5th, 2023 at the age of 88.

Virginia will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 62 years, Jose; and sons Joe (Mashi) and James (Marlene); grandchildren Victoria, Christina, Jessica, Sofia, Matthew and Julia; and great grandchildren Ariana & Madison.

Virginia was born in São Miguel, Azores and immigrated to Canada in 1958.  She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Virginia was a deeply spiritual woman who shared God’s love with all who knew her. She spoke of kindness, peace and love and reflected this in all she did.  Her kind heart and generous spirit left an impression with all who knew her.

Her family will greatly miss her presence in their lives but rejoice in knowing she is with our Heavenly Father.

Visitation

Date
December 10, 2023
Location
Cardinal Funeral Homes - Bathurst Chapel
Time
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
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Prayers at 3pm

Date
December 10, 2023
Location
Cardinal Funeral Homes - Bathurst Chapel
Time
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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Rosary at 8pm

Service

Date
December 11, 2023
Location
St. Mary's Parish
Time
09:45 AM

Burial

Date
December 11, 2023
Location
Mount Hope Cemetery
Time
11:30 AM
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Arrival time at cemetery is approximate and subject to road and weather conditions

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December 11, 2023
Victoria
I am Victoria , virginias oldest granddaughter, we are all here to honour our beloved grama, although I didn’t get to see her as much as I wished however she was, and will always be in my heart forever. We lost a very important person in our lives, our parents give us life and our grandparents give us a sence of who we are and where we come from and I hope to honor her and make her proud by being the best version of myself. grama was devoted to her family and her faith, she was generous and loving and she always made us all feel loved unconditionally when we saw eachother. I will miss her so much, may she rest in peace.
December 09, 2023
The Ip Family
James, Marlene, Sofia, Matthew and Julia, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you some joy in this difficult time.
December 07, 2023
Maria Rebelo
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved wife and mother. Losing someone so special is truly one of the deepest heart aches one can bear. Remember that those we love don't go away they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always there. Take comfort in knowing she is now an angel by your side. May she rest in peace, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Maria & Manny Rebelo & family
December 07, 2023
John
I always remember how she always welcomed you to her home with a warm smile and made you feel like you were part of her family. My heart breaks for Mr. Arruda, Joe, Jimmy and the rest of the family. May she rest in eternal peace
December 06, 2023
Lynn
She was the sweetest lady with a big heart. I’m happy I got to see her a couple of years ago, her last words to me were “I always loved you”, I will cherish that memory. To the family, I am so sorry for your loss, she was a dedicated Mother and Wife and I’m sure she will be greatly missed
December 06, 2023
Ana Arruda Pereira and Hermano Pereira
Sending my condolences to Padrinho, Joe, Jimmy. Marlene and her grand kids. Your mom (my Madrinha) She was a wonderful person. Her suffering in this world is over. May God give her Eternal 🙏 peace. RIP Madrinha.