It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of José (Joe) Carvalheiro Figueira Braz on January 18, 2015. Joe was born in Silvares, Portugal on October 30, 1946.
He leaves behind the love of his life of 43 years, Jeane; children, Phillip (Mishelle), Kristina (Ricardo), Steve (Blair); mother, Maria; brother, Carlos (Carmen); grandchildren, Mateo, Aryana, Cristiano, Nikolas, Matias and many family members and friends.
After Joe retired from a fulfilling career in Forestry, he enjoyed traveling, but his greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends.
Prayers will be offered on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 7:45pm at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 4635 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, B.C. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 22 at 1:00pm at Our Lady of Fatima Parish followed by entombment at Royal Oak Mausoleum. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow at Our Lady of Fatima Parish Hall.
In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution can be made to the Victoria Brain Injury Society, Units D & E 830 Pembroke Street, Victoria, BC, V8T 1H9, or to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com.
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Lorna Stirling
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Nicole &Brian Newton Thinking of Jean and family at this very difficult time, please accept our condolences.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. – Author UnknownNicole and Brian Newton
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Idalina Serpa Dear Jeane and ALL the family.
I am so deeply sorry to hear of Joe’s passing and I offer my sincere condolences.
My heart goes out to YOU and all your wonderful family.
Take care.
Idalina Serpa
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Irene Marcelino We’re all feeling such deep sadness … most shocking news … our thoughts are with you and your whole family … Marcelino Family & our parents.
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Verne Sundstrom I was shocked and saddened by the passing of Joe. My condolences to the family. I have many pleasant memories working with Joe in Forest Inventories over many years in Victoria. Take Care. Verne and family.
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Viki Anderson May your memories of happier times help sustain you all. Please know that Hoot and Glenna Gibson’s family are thinking about you and sending prayers your way. Your family was so kind and helpful when our parents passed on that we can never thank you enough.
Joe was such a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend that many of us feel this loss.
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Joaquim Manuel & Albertina Martins Dear Jeanne
To you and all your family our sincere condolences. There is no words to express how sad we are with the passing of Mr. Bras. He was a wonderful man, didn’t deserve to die so young. He really is going to be missed.
We are sorry that we can’t attend the funeral services. But for heath reasons, it isn’t possible.
We will be thinking of you all. Please be strong. May God be by your side always .
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Fr. Marinaldo Batista At this moment of sorrow and sadness I would like to express my solidarity to the Braz family, specially to Jeane and children. Our words are not enough to console you, but through our faith we believe that Joe will live forever in eternal life. Unfortunately i couldn’t be there with you, but make sure that I’ll keep you in my prayers asking God the eternal rest to Joe.
Fr. Marinaldo
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Mark Axel Johnson I was shocked to learn from a former work colleague about Joe’s demise. I never thought of him when he and I both worked for Inventory in Victoria… as a ‘Faller’. I recall many chats at our respective work areas and at the coffee station over the years from 1982-2002. I recall his points of view as often different from mine… no matter we both respected our differences. I have memories of us outside of work playing soccer together (on the same side) at Central High School’s soccer field. This was back in the days when another of our co-workers: Rick Woods was also in attendance at both work and on the field – back then he was refereeing. What I remember best besides Joe’s perpetual smile was his appearance on the field. He looked so cute in his black & white shorts and T-shirt and he blocked a lot of sun. I’m sure he will be remembered in different ways than how I relate this and I’m sorry for his sudden departure and for his family’s loss.
Mark Axel Johnson, RFT (retired) and (former) Ultralight Pilot
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Sherman / Sutherland Families Our deepest sympathy to your family. We are still in disbelief. He was an incredible and caring man that has been taken much too soon.
Please call on us should you need anything.
Much love,
Warren, Lee, Lexi Sherman
Suzy Sutherland
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Kirsty (Ellingson) Arik and Giannina Aunty Jeane and Family,
With Deepest Sympathy, sending you comfort and much love , holding you in our prayers and hearts.
Uncle Joe was a truly amazing and kind man we are glad we had the opportunity to know him.Like a bird singing in the rain,
let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow.
–Robert Louis Stevenson
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Gloria Rocha-Taylor My sincere condolences on your tragic loss. He was a good man. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
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Kalabric Family Sending our sincerest condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.
The Kalabrić Family
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Susy De Medeiros Khunkhun We are so sorry for your loss.
We hope that you and your family can take comfort in each other and the many wonderful memories you have.Xox
Susy De Medeiros-Khunkhun and family
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Pat & Linda Lally and family Our heartfelt sympathy, we can not imagine how difficult this loss is for you and the Portuguese community.
We have lost a gentle giant and one who has served so well.
God Bless, may he rest in peace.
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Lucy Ferreira May the good Lord and his angels wrap you all in their arms comforting you all at this difficult time. God bless you all. You are all in our prayers. He will surely be missed.
Lucy, Cheryl, Lisa Ferreira and Manuel S. Achadinha
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Rick Baker I remember Joe as a quiet soft spoken, competent colleague, who always has a smile and a story to tell. He will be missed by all who had the privilege to work with him.
Rick Baker RPF Ret.
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Steve Higdon To the Braz Family, you have our deepest sympathy on the sudden passing of a very nice and respected man. Cherish your memories of Joe as this will help you through this difficult time.
Again with sympathy from Steve & Marj Higdon, Dildo, Newfoundland “The Rock”
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Tina and Dan Mrs Braz and family, We were so incredibly shocked and saddened by this sudden loss. Mr Braz was one of a kind. The kindest, most genuine man we have ever had the privilege of knowing. The Portuguese community won’t be the same without him. He will be truly and deeply missed by everyone. My heart breaks for all of you. May God give you the strength to get through this tragedy, and know that you will be reunited again. God bless each and every one of you. xoxoxo
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Nancy and Dave Hodgson We are still stunned by Joe’s passing. Life is so fragile, you don’t know what’s around the corner. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have known you for 30+ years through birthday parties, soccer games and Torquay and Lambrick schools. Although we are unable to with you at the funeral on Thursday, our thoughts will be there. Zac also sends his prayers to Steven.
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Manuel & Aurea Pereira We could not believe when we got a phone call from my son Zeb this was a terrible tragedy, Joe was the gentleman of the gentlemen he was the man that every man aspires to be,his presence may be gone but his spirit and bright beacon of what life should be will burn forever in our hearts,he was a great friend to all who had the priviledge to meet him,our sincere condolences to the entire Braz family and may God heal your sad hearts,but taking comfort in knowing that we and all that were priviledged to know Joe are very greatfull for that blessing. God bless.
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Dennis Bendickson the good strife I have striven, the course I have finished, the faith I have kept
-2Tim4:7 -Young’s Literal TranslationI never saw Joe trying to be something he wasn’t; And what he was, was worth being.
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John Maria and family To all of the Braz family There are no words to express how sad we all feel for your loss
May God help you through this very difficult time
We will always remember Joe . He was such a great man
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Mike and Natalie We will miss Joe immensely. He was a great neighbour, and we feel blessed to have known him for the past 3 years.
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Kathy and Al Thomson Kristina and family our heavy hearts join in your loss. The body can be taken away but the spirit and memories will last with you forever.
Take care.
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Fatima Alexandre My condolences to the family. My prayers to all. May the Lord rest his soul in heaven. He was a good person, a great man. He will be missed.
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Jose e Conceicao Melo We are very Sorry for the loss of your great Father. We are Praying for all of you. Jose e Conceicao.
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Monica Marcos There were no words to express the sadness I felt when my mother told me of Joe’s passing. He was always so kind, friendly, and always had a smile on his face. Such a pleasent member of the community that will be dearly missed, his memory never forgotten. As you grieve know that I am thinking of your family and honoring the memory of Joe. I hope you find courage to face the days ahead. My most profoundest condolences for you all. My God be with you all.
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Natalee Bouman I remember…
I remember how you were always smiling and never forgot to greet everyone around you.
I remember how you would always give warms huge and always said I love you.
I remember your warm heart and caring words of wisdom.
I remember how much you devoted your life to your family and parish.
I remember you were full of forgiveness and peace.
I will remember you forever and will never forget everything you did for me.
Always in my heart.
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Cristina and Carlos We send much love and healing in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Though life is not allowing us to be there with you, know we are there in spirit. Hugs to the entire family.
He will be forever missed.Cristina, Carlos, Santiago, Delgado and Adriano
I was saddened to hear of Joe’s untimely passing. Although our acquaintance was only as work colleagues at the Inventory Branch, I remember his smile, and his soft-spoken gentlemanly manner that showed him to be a person of kindness and integrity. It is tragic that his years have been cut short. My deepest sympathies to the family in their loss.