Passed away peacefully at St. Mary's General Hospital on Friday, February 18, 2022, at the age of 92 years.
Beloved wife of the late Joaquim Mata (2015). Dear mother of Ludovina Saramago. Loving grandmother of Paulo Saramago and Luis Saramago (Lisbeth), and great grandmother of Alyssa, Dylan, and Kathy, and great great grandmother of Violet. Dear sister of Violante Paiva. Maria’s family will have a private time of remembrance at Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre, Kitchener, (519-743-8900). Interment in Williamsburg Cemetery. If desired, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.westmountfuneralchapel.com