Obituary of ALDINA CUNHA

ALDINA CUNHA On December 12, 2019, surrounded by her family, Aldina da Cunha, our beloved Mom, Avó, and Bisavó, passed away peacefully at Grace Hospice. She was predeceased by her husband Aires da Cunha Aldina was born in Porto Formoso, São Miguel, Azores, on September 5th, 1936 and was the youngest of 14 children. Mom will always be remembered for her generosity, her humour and her wit. She was a gracious person who always had an open door, and was an outstanding cook who could whip up any traditional Portuguese recipe to perfection. Our mom’s greatest joy and fulfillment in life was her husband and her family, she loved us all dearly. Mom leaves to cherish in her memory, her children Graca (Antonino), Anabela (Henrique), Luzia (Luis), and João (Yvette). Grandchildren Robert (Julia), Chris (Kristyn), Sean (Marina), Matthew (Katrina), Jennifer (Jordan), Dillon, and Meagan. Great grandchildren Natalie, Leo, and Joseph. Siblings Augusto and Almerinda, as well as several nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 18 at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 181 Austin St. N. Interment to follow at Assumption Cemetery, 3990 Portage Avenue W. Our family would like to thank the wonderful staff at St. Boniface Hospital palliative care unit and Grace Hospice for the excellent care they provided to our mom. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Aldina’s memory to Grace Hospital Foundation, 300 Booth Drive, Winnipeg MB R3J 3M7. 204-837-0375. Avó abenço