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Maria Delfina Silva
February 13, 1948 - March 30, 2020
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On Monday, March 30, 2020, Mrs. Maria Delfina Silva of Oliver passed away peacefully at the Penticton Regional Hospital at the age of 72 years.
She was predeceased by her husband António Goulartt Silva; father João Ináçio Azevedo: mother Maria Delfina and grandson Simon Christian.
Delfina will be fondly remembered by her loving family including daughter Cecilia (Shawn) Christian and grandchildren Nathan and Benjamin, four step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren; son Norman (Genevieve) Silva and grandchildren Cassie, Madia, and Gabriel; daughter Lucy (Jesse) Silva and grandchildren Alycea and Mya; brother João (Maria Evelina) Azevedo as well as many extended family and friends.
Delfina spent most of her employable years working hard in the family orchard and raising her family.
Over the years her favourite travel destinations were California and her beloved Pico. She was a devoted volunteer at the Oliver Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store and parishioner at Christ the King Catholic Church.
Delfina enjoyed gardening, fishing, camping, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
A private family funeral mass will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church followed by interment at the Oliver Municipal Cemetery.
Donations are gratefully accepted for the Canadian Cancer Society for cancer research.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
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From: Miko, Gertrude, Matthew's family, Brian's family
Relation: A very Good Friend
Can still remember over 30 years ago stopping to buy cherries from your orchard and we became friends and than good friends ever since. Even though we are 100 kms away you still are very good friends and will truly miss your mom. She now is with your dad. Our prayers are with you now and always.
From: Isabel and Antonio Raposo
Relation: Sister and brother in law
I will miss our daily talks and visits. You were a good friend.
From: Martina
Relation: I worked with her daughter Cecelia
So sorry for your loss Cecelia, she is safely home now and enjoying meeting Simon.🤗
From: Karen Barroca
Relation: Known through family members
To the Silva Family – I am so sorry for your loss and I pray that God will bless you with His Love and Comfort and fill you with His Peace as you journey through this very difficult time.
From: Brent Redenbach
Relation: family friends for many ,many years
Worked with Tony for a couple years in the 80s,and knew Delfina well through visits at my grandparents Phil and Olga. Delfina and Tony were real nice people. she had a kind heart / always like to run into her periodically for a chat. condolences from the Redenbach family.
From: Sharon Crowley
Relation: Friend .
We were saddened to hear of Maria’s passing she was a lovely lady and was always happy and smiling when we would meet. Our condolences to the family ,may she rest in peace. The Crowley Family.
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Donations are gratefully accepted for the Canadian Cancer Society for cancer research.
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