Obituary of Manuel Borge De Medeiros

After a very full life, our dear Manuel Borges De Medeiros, 84 died on May 12, 2023.  Loving husband of Maria Eduarda for 63 ½ years.  Loving father of Nuno (Ann Marie), Emanuel, Geraldine (Jim), Emaculada (Clare), and Christopher, and loving avô (Grandfather) of Natasha (Mike), Justin (Natalie), Trevor (Jodelle), Taylor, Vanessa and Samuel as well as bisavô (Great Grandfather) to Brogan and Isla, Willa and Wynslow, and Declan and Harlow.  Manuel will be missed by his siblings Martin (Connie) Antero (Judith), Joe (Mary), Fatima (Louis), Geraldina (Joe), and Oliver (Yaima).  He will also be missed by the many personal friends that he made over the years. 

Manuel was known for his hobby farm where he had beef cattle, goats, and chickens.  He cultivated his land and loved to have a vegetable garden every year.  As he slowed down his garden became smaller, but he never gave it up.  He was well known at All Saints Church for his devotion to God and his support of the church and its celebrations.  His happiness was evident when the family came around.  He loved to surround himself with family and enjoyed large events. Manuel had a valued loving relationship with his extended family and close friends.

A visitation will be on Tuesday, May 16^th at DENNING’S OF STRATHROY from 5-7 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, May 17^th at All Saints Roman Catholic Church at 11am.  Interment to follow at All Saints Roman Catholic Cemetery. A gathering at All Saints Church to celebrate Manuel’s life will take place following the burial.  Online condolences may be made at www.strathroyfuneralhome.com.