Antonio was born in Gandara, Ponte de Lima, Portugal and passed away peacefully at Burnaby Hospital. Survived by his loving wife Maria, son Manuel (Lorraine), grandaughters Christine and Nicole, sister Albertina (Antonio), 2 nieces and many friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 22nd at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1450 Delta Avenue, Burnaby, B.C. Interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Burnaby, B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.