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Antonio (Tony) Avila
August 11, 1930 - November 10, 2021
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On November 10, 2021, Tony Avila, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the age of 91 years.
Tony was born in Castelo Branco, Faial, Azores and will be forever remembered by his wife of 67 years, Hortense; children, Tony (Joan), Maria (Robert) Wilde, Mario (Montserrat), Luis (Judy), and Paul; 12 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and brother, Gregory. He was predeceased by his parents, 3 sisters and 4 brothers.
The two most important things in Dad’s life were his family and his church. The basis of family is easily recognizable when you look at the families of each of his children. Love grows there. Dads’ devotion to prayer and service was evident within the ‘Christ the King’ community in Oliver. “I’m heading over to the church for awhile” where words heard on a daily basis. His positive impact, caring, and sense of humour will be remembered by all who knew him.
We love you Dad. Pray for us.
A private Funeral Mass will take place at Christ the King Catholic Church on Saturday, November 27, 2021, with Fr. Thomas Kakkaniyil officiating. To watch the live stream of the Mass, please click on the live service button on Tony’s condolence page on www.nunes-pottinger.com at 11:00 am Saturday November 27, 2021. Interment will follow in the Oliver Municipal Cemetery.
Donation are graciously accepted to a charity of one’s choice.
Condolences and tributes may be left for the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Ltd.
The Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Diana Warkentin
Relation: I worked with Dave at Cdn Tire
So sorry to hear this. Mr Avila was such a sweetheart to me when I worked at Canadian Tire. My condolences to the Avila family. You are in my thoughts
From: Dorothy Taylor
Relation: Member of Christ the King
Tony, you are now with your Maker and now you can look down on all of us and ensure we follow in your footsteps.
You are loved with all who knew you!
From: Deborah Woo
Relation: my friend's father
we are sorry for your loss Maria, Nola, Erin and family.
From: Joseph Avila
Relation: Godchild
Rest in Peace, Padrinho (Godfather), from Jose Mario and Family
From: Katherine and Robert Satterthwaite
Relation: Friend of his daughter and son in-law
Rest In Peace ! All the best to the family! Sorry for your loss!
From: Mary Husband
Relation: family friend
Our sincerest condolences to Hortense and to the children and their families of Antonio & Hortense. Antonio will always have a special place in our heart. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Antonio & Hilaria Rebelo and family, Mary Husband and family
From: Justinian McGread
Relation: Priest and Tony my righthand man.
I new Tony as a wonderful companion when I ,as a priest visited Giscome, B.C. many years ago. He and his family showed me such hospitality and love. I have no doubt , as I am sure you all have, that he is enjoying such love in heaven and waiting for the rest of us to be part of it. God rest you, Tony. Pray for us all.
Justinian,C.P.
From: Susan Ropchan
Relation: Family Friend
Dear Mrs. Avila, Tony, Maria, Mario, Luis, Paulo and families
I’m so sorry for your loss. It was so nice to be part on the online service and honor his life. He will always be remembered for his calm and peaceful spirit. It was such a blessing to be a big part of his life when growing up in Giscome then us all moving to PG. He was always so loving and kind. It was nice to spend time with Mr. and Mrs Avila in Oliver for a couple of days with my husband, daughter and myself. I will always have fond memories of him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you Rest in peace Mr. Avila
Love Susan, Jerry and Kiera
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