Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 16, 2018 in Etobicoke, Ontario. Survived by devoted husband of 50 years, Humberto. Loving mother of Mario, Susana(Goncąlo), Roberto (Jill), and Carmina (Brad). Proud grandma of Ashley (Ricardo), David, Jacob, Kyle, Rachel and Andrew. Maria will be deeply missed by many family and friends both here and in Portugal. She will be remembered for her unwavering love and care she always had for her family. Maria was strong, selfless and poised. She will be forever loved. Friends and family will be called to the JERRETT FUNERAL HOME (1141 St. Clair Ave W., Toronto ,ON. One block east of Dufferin St.) on Tuesday, September 18thm 2018 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. A Funeral Mass will take place at St. Anthony’s Catholic Parish (1041 Bloor St. Toronto, ON) on Wednesday, September 19th, 2018 at 9:30 am. Burial at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery to follow. (8361 Yonge St. Toronto, ON). In memory of Maria, donations to the Dorothy Ley Hospice are welcome.