NORBINA CABRAL

January 25, 1925 – May 26, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our family’s matriarch and beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother; Norbina Cabral (Raposo) at the age of 98 years old on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Norbina was predeceased by her husband, Antonio Raposo; whom she married on January 22, 1949. She is survived by her three children, Natalia (Fernando); Leontina (Urbano) and Juvenal (Brisida); along with seven grandchildren, Paulo-Jorge, Nancy, Sandy, Richard, Christine, Michael-Anthony, Justin and thirteen great-grandchildren, Evan, Isabella, Hailey, Kendra, Braylon, Eric, Lucas, Julia, Jack, Claire, James, Sienna and Bella.

Norbina, daughter of Maria Dos Anjos and Julio Cabral was born on January 25, 1925 in Rosario da Lagoa, Sao Miguel, Azores. Norbina immigrated to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada in 1981.

During her employment, she was highly regarded by those she worked for. Norbina embodied the qualities of honour, dignity and self-respect. We will cherish memories of her vivid story telling, her never failing wit and humour, she was maintained until her final days and the never-ending love and support we always felt from her. We will carry your memory in our hearts forever.

Prayers will be said on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 181 Austin Street N. Interment to follow at Holy Family Cemetery, 4355 Main Street.