In Celebration of

Arthur da Costa

August 7, 1921 - October 13, 2018

Passed away peacefully, at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the age of 97. Loving husband of 70 years to Rosalia. Devoted father of Norman, Leonor Hall, Catherine Pereira (Kenneth), Anne Robillard (Tom Rideout), Marian da Costa, and the late Manuel. Cherished grandfather of Damien (Tina), Miriam (Allan), Christa (Terence), Stephen (Cynthia), Rebecca, Aaron (Emily), and Jeanette (Eric). Adored by his great grandchildren Lucas, Juliana, Lily, Noah, Lawson, Lydia, Evangeline, Veronica, Harrison and Julia.

If desired remembrances may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospital or Canadian Food for Children.

Guestbook

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Ally and Jose Cordeiro (Niece and nephew)

Entered October 14, 2018 from Mississauga

Arthur was a loving and caring Uncle. We cherish fond memories of happy times in Bombay, Nairobi and Toronto. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
May his soul rest in peace.

Hyacinth Schaeffer (Cousins)

Entered October 14, 2018 from Calgary

We are heartbroken by the news of Arthur's passing. Ivo often recalls happy school days with Arthur and we all have fond memories of him in Nairobi and Ontario. Our love and prayers go out to Rosalia and the entire family. May your wonderful memories give you comfort during this difficult time of loss. With love and prayers,
Ivo, Hyacinth and family, and Ivan and family

Felix Almeida (Cousin and close friend)

Entered October 14, 2018 from Toronto

With deep compassion, I add my comfort to the resourcefulness and the resilience of all of Arthur’s grieving family.
The Goan community has lost a benevolent Patriach.
I have lost a loving hearted, open armed Father-figure, whose authenticity, integrity and loving kindness I emulate.
We know he is now ever more present with us, without the inevitable travails of his living form.
Arthur’s expansive heart envelopes us all. The fruits of his actions are all he takes with him.

With love and gratitude,
Felix

Cyprian Fernandes (Friend)

Entered October 15, 2018 from Sydney, Australia

One of the great Goans of our time. Always in the service of the poor and the needy, a quiet man who walked tall with dignity and grace. Had a big influence on my growing up in Kenya. Never forget that home in Pangani Chini which my brother Johnny used to visit so often. The tears in my heart are for the loss of one so dear and for one who was an example to us all. Proud to have known both you and Rosalia, if only for a little while in Kenya. You are in heaven, your place there was made the day you were born.

Cedric and Bernice Ribeiro (Friends (Nairobi) d/o Stanislaus Almeida)

Entered October 15, 2018 from London

Deepest sympathy on your loss.
Mum (Esme Almeida) extends her sympathy and a warm embrace for Rosalia.

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