Mariano Arruda

September 12, 1943 - April 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mariano Da Silva Arruda, a devoted husband, loving pai, cherished avô and bisavô.

Born in the beautiful village of Porto Formoso, Azores, Mariano journeyed to Canada in the 1970s with his beloved wife, Agostinha, and their four young sons, embarking on a new chapter of their lives. In Canada, their family grew, welcoming their fifth son into the world.

Mariano leaves behind his adoring wife, Agostinha, and his sons, Antonio (Christine), Paul (Connie), Roberto (Crystal), Louie (Shannon), and Billy (Sharon). His legacy continues through his treasured grandchildren, Mia and Jackson, Kyla (Michael), Joseph, Lauryn and Hayden, Skylar and Avery, Divya and Rayann, and Noah and Jacob. He was also a proud bisavô to Theodore, Nathan, and Thomas, who brought him immense joy.

Mariano and Agostinha built a life filled with hard work, unwavering love, and deep devotion to their family. Their home was a welcoming place, where memories were made. Mariano balanced an embrace of Canada with a continued deep connection to Portuguese culture. He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his unwavering dedication to his family, and his love of homemade wine.

Com o coração triste, comunicamos que no Sábado, 19 de Abril de 2025 faleceu Mariano Da Silva Arruda, um marido dedicado, pai amoroso, avô e bisavô querido. Nascido na bela freguesia de Porto Formoso, São Miguel, Açores. Mariano imigrou para o Canadá na década de 1970 com a sua amada esposa, Agostinha, e os seus quatro filhos pequenos, e abraçaram um novo capítulo nas suas vidas. No Canadá, a sua família cresceu, nascendo o seu quinto filho.

Mariano deixa para trás a sua adorada esposa, Agostinha, e os seus filhos, António (Christine), Paulo (Connie), Roberto (Crystal), Luís (Shannon) e Billy (Sharon). O seu legado continua através dos seus preciosos netos, Mia e Jackson, Kyla (Michael), Joseph, Lauryn e Hayden, Skylar e Avery, Divya e Rayann, e Noah e Jacob. Foi também um bisavô orgulhoso de Theodore, Nathan e Thomas, que lhe trouxeram imensa alegria.

Mariano será lembrado pelo seu espírito gentil, pelo seu inabalável carinho pela sua família e pelo minucioso cuidado com que produzia o seu vinho caseiro. A presença de Mariano fará muita falta aos seus muitos familiares e amigos, que foram tocados pela sua presença.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada in Mariano’s memory.

Visitation:
Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Barnes Memorial Funeral Home
5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby, ON L1M 1W9

Funeral Service:
Friday, April 25, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.
Barnes Memorial Funeral Home
5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby, ON L1M 1W9

Interment:
Resurrection Catholic Cemetery
355 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby, ON

Reception:
Following the interment
Barnes Memorial Funeral Home
5295 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby, ON L1M 1W9