Passed away peacefully, on June 8, 2014. Beloved husband of Maria. Devoted father of Anita. He also leaves many friends and extended family. The family would like to thank all the staff from the fifth floor at the General Hospital for their excellent care. There will be no visitation at the Funeral Home. Family will receive condolences on June16, 2014 starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Church. A Funeral Service will be held at Senhor Santo Cristo, 1100 Kenaston Street, Ottawa, on June 16, 2014 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. His final resting place will be done in Portugal at a later date.