She passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026, at the age of 84. She was called home to the Lord and is now reunited in heaven with her cherished husband, Jose Maria Silva, her parents Joaquim and Maria Do Carmo and siblings Joaquim (Virgina, deceased) and Izaura (Agostinho, deceased).
Francelina will forever be cherished by her loving children Joe and Celia (Nelson). She was an adored avó to her grandchildren Erika, Lukas and Nikki.
She is remembered lovingly by her dear siblings Antonio (Maria Helena); Jose (Maria Emilia); Gilberto (Maria Dos Anjos); Maria Do Carmo (Lourence, deceased); Fr. Daniel and Joao (Fatima, deceased) and in-laws Gilda (deceased) and Fr. Antonio.
She will also be remembered by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Francelina was born in Sao Miguel, Açores and moved to Canada to start a new life in 1975. She was a woman of profound faith and with a boundless devotion to her family, especially to her grandchildren.
She was funny, sweet yet sarcastic and was a talented cook. She will be forever loved and never forgotten.
Visitation
Date
February 20, 2026
February 20, 2026
Location
Cardinal Funeral Home, Annette
Cardinal Funeral Home, Annette
Time
02:00 PM – 04:00 PM
02:00 PM – 04:00 PM
In addition to on-site parking, we now offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from nearby lots. Should our parking lot be full upon your arrival, please speak with the parking lot attendant for a map of the nearby parking options and to confirm use of the shuttle. This service is provided to support guests with mobility concerns, during inclement weather, or simply to make your visit more seamless.
