Armenia Fernanda Batista Batista Jacome

Jacome, Armenia (nee Batista): Passed away peacefully in Scarborough on Thursday August 8, 2013 at the age of 83. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Armenia (Farrad); sons John (Patricia), Charles; grandchildren Marcel, Victoria, Austin, Alex, Angela, Phillip; sister Ione (Humberto); many extended family and friends. Armenia was predeceased in 2008 by her beloved husband of 54 years Joao and her late brother Adroaldo. A public visitation will take place at Jerrett Funeral Home 660 Kennedy Rd. in Scarborough on Monday August 12, 2013 from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial to occur at 10 am on Tuesday August 13, 2013 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church 3170 St. Clair Ave. East in Scarborough followed by Interment at Christ the King Cemetery 7770 Steeles Ave. East in Markham. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association and the Canadian Heart and Lung Association.

BIOGRAPHY

May 27, 1930 - August 8, 2013

Born and raised in Sao Jose, Sao Miguel Ponta Delgada Azores, daughter of deceased Armenio Agusto Batista and Marianna De Sousa Batista. Siblings sister and deceased brother Ione Nidia Batista Almeida and Adroaldo Liberto De Sousa Batista. Armenia grew up learning to be domestic with all the daily chores girls did in those days helping their mother in the home, in order to become a good house wife, being crafty and creative, making riches out of rags. She also learned to crochet and knit and when she became better at it she would spend her time in making crocheted gloves, and sets of furniture covers and table cloths for a living, and to earn some extra money to help with expenses.

Met the love of her life at a very early age of 16 years old, deceased Dec 21, 2008 Joao Pereira Jacome Jr. They were joined in holy matrimony on October 23, 1954 in the Church of Sao Jose amongst family and friends. After awhile moved to Terceira for job opportunity for Joao who worked in the city buses as Armenia stayed home and minded the house, cooking and cleaning. This was a time of hard labor and very few rewards. On January 23. 1956 their daughter Armenia Maria De Sousa Jacome was born even though times were tough and sometimes money was not enough for their daily needs they still managed to make ends meet and they were happy. After nine months of struggling they decided to go back to Sao Miguel and Joao took a new job on the boat docs for the government at least he had a steady job.

On October 25, 1958 their son Joao Manuel Batista Jacome was born. They now had two children and therefore the worries doubled, but Armenia always put to practice all that she learned growing up. She could always make something new out of something old. As well no matter how hard and though life was she always had a smile on her face. A great smile and a wonderful since of humor. She always made good friends because she was of great character.

May of 1960 she had another daughter Gracinha, who she always spoke of her that she was born to be an angel and not meant to be hers. At the age of 4 months she lost Gracinha to our Lord. She had recently lost her father and this was tough for her to deal with and then a daughter. Never the less years went by and she continued doing what she knew to do best looking after her family and being a great wife to Joao.

Finally Feb 11, of 1966 the family migrated to Canada, she was 35 and Joao 36. They went to live in Hamilton where her sister-in -law and brother- in- law Judite and David Carreiro lived. Life now was not any easier, now she had to go out to work as her husband did because moving to Canada this was to be a new life full of hopes and dreams. But instead she walked in the street with snow up to her knees in which she had never dealt with before. She had never worked outside of the house and this was all new to her and at times very frustrating to deal with. But she still always had that great smile of hers and never complained. After having a few different jobs she landed a job in a poultry factory for 12 years and thank God the factory moved and jobs were terminated, and at the of 47 she decided she would not work anymore. Joao agreed she should stay home and mind the house and the kids.

In between her years of work she had her last son Charles Palms Jacome on April 7, 1968. It was not easy to go out to work and bring up kids and still keep up with her regular duties as a wife and mother. Finally when she did not work she enjoyed being at home and keeping herself busy with cooking and cleaning. Picked up different hobbies to occupy her time by making canned peaches from the yard and different seasonal jams.

After her kids moved on and her daughter Armenia got married and moved to Toronto. Both Armenia and Joao decided to sell their home and also move to Toronto closer to her daughter and look after the grandchildren Marcel, Victoria and Austin right up to adult teenagers. These were wonderful years for her and Joao, they were like second parents to their grandchildren and it always kept busy enough, and they were enjoying life the way they were never able to with their own kids. Their son John also had three children Alex, Angie and Phillip living in Barrie Ontario in many times was the highlight of their days to plan a trip to Barrie to visit their son and grandchildren where they could all play together and enjoy the day. They had a trailer in Muskoka near Midland, for many years and in the summer they use to take the kids for days and sometimes a whole week, at times they had all the grandchildren and the boys would camp out in tents while the girls slept in the trailer with the grandparents. Dad loved to cook and he would always make a feast for all of them. At night they loved to sit by the fire and enjoy each others company and tell stories. Mom never really liked the idea of the trailer and always argued or found reasons for not going but once she got there she never wanted to go home. She would always enjoy sitting on the porch watching the chip monks and a couple of times, by surprise chip monk would land on her shoulder or her lap. With all her complaints of not wanting to go North she always enjoyed and loved being outdoors then.

She had some rough years with her health since she was 63 years of age being diabetic and getting COPD (chronic lung disease) in which we almost lost her at that time but she was a fighter and survivor. Over the years she had some close calls but she always pulled through. When Dad passed away on Dec 21, 2008 this was a very devastating time for her and all of us but we managed to pull through, and with the loss of her husband after 54 years of marriage it was very hard on her but she never complained. Since her sickness with her COPD she was very dependent on Dad he did everything for her and more. She came to live with me and my family, these were wonderful years and great memories that we will always treasure, I would never have it any other way. We cared for her the best way we could at times it was not easy but I made a promise to my Dad and I had to keep it. Right to her very end at times it was not easy, and she was suffering a lot with all her health complications as much as she wanted to live on. It was her time to go and all her sufferings are over and no more pain, she always tried very hard but she could no more.

Mom was full of life and a very happy person and always had that great big smile on her face that always made you feel welcome. She loved family gatherings and celebrations. When she turned 80 we had a small celebration at Casa Abril Restaurant in the company of her sister Ione and brother in-law Humberto with some friends her children and grandchildren. This was the high light of her life, she was the center of attention and you could see she was enjoying every second. But in the last few months she mostly frowned but she knew how she was feeling and she could not take any more pain.

R.I.P Mother you were sweet, kind and humble, always with that smile on your face is how people will always remember you, I will miss you a lot. You will always be close to me in my thoughts and my heart. I can never forget you, it hurts pretty bad right now, but I know in time it will heal but I am so glad to have shared so many good memories with you and no regrets. I feel I have done what I had to do for such a wonderful lady like yourself. At the same time I have kept the promise I made my Dad. Love you both, your memories will live forever you may have left our home but not our hearts you will never be forgotten Love You!!!!!!! XXXXXOOOOO

SENHORA, MY DEEPEST PRECIOUS LOVE (SWEET MOTHER)

I am free of any hesitation, pause, doubt and convinced in Jesus lovely name that you are absolute certainty God 's angle and champion. Our hearts have a burning desire for you to give us a chance to receive you just, just one more time in our humble home. We wheel and will come you again, we are here to rob you back, we love you like wave after wave, we are bowing before you.

Behold mother, due to your kindness and love, even the deaf person can hear and the blind can see. We are lost without you. Our day does not start and shine without you. We give love to receive your special love. You are dynamite, we want your limitless love, and warm touch. You made our day with that incredible smile. Oh! yes that incredible smile kept you ever young and fresh. You are so explosive with love and kindness, you are sweet. You are the Queen of Hearts. You draw us to you for ever like a magnet. You spoiled us with your unique and remarkable love, you are beautiful and never forgettable. Our heart are tied to your heart, I am so sure you robbed us with your matchless love and beautiful smile. You are the apple of our eye. You are the focal point from head to toe, you are so pure and sweet.

Big God did not make you to be a copy.....you are unique and genuine and one of a kind. We are here to win you back with our heart and soul. God loves to do the impossible. God is our source. You are the river of love, you are the season of Spring. You conquered our hearts forever, you are the ocean of smile.

We lost the battle against you, still we stand strong to rob you back. Victory came your way, we know you are sentenced to Heaven lifetime. You are about to experience a life of lavish abundance. I am so positive you have been circled, kissed and visited by the angel of the Heavenly Father. Mother peace and comfort be with you Amen!!!!

You caught my eye and stirred my heart in a special way and have touched my heart. It is not how you started but how you end up with love, respect and dignity. You built a future of love in our hearts. Your love always has been more then enough towards us. You and us are such a dynamic team, together we made the difference. You are a fighter, you must never, never settle for anything less than God's best. I always encouraged you to aim high. You have the heart of a champion, the will of a winner, and the spirit of a conqueror. You are the most greatest gift I was ever granted in my entire life, our relationship was unique, lovely and untouchable.

Senhora, now you are resting and swimming in the absolute land of peace. This is your year you are aligned with God's timing, when the almighty speaks it is guaranteed. God designed you to be a winner to leave us alone. SO IT WAS WRITTEN SO IT SHALL BE DONE.

Senhora, you must not grow weary pray for us. The clouds are dissipating and the sun will soon be shining brightly. You attract blessing like a magnet. Great blessing shall rain down upon you and hope you received the unlimited peace and comfort Amen!!!!

We promise you that we will always pray for you in unknown tongues because we serve a big God. We put our best prayer in God's big hands and humbly ask Big God to grant you limitless peace in the land of peace Amen!!!! Why do I feel such a passion to see you blessed.

What I noticed in you was too beautiful for words you have been greatly gifted by the almighty. God alone of all be with you, God's ways are above our ways. I am offering you my love and my very heart.

Senhora thank you, you are loved and lifetime appreciated.

May the spirit of peace be with you for ever......Amen!!! Your son Farrad.

P.S.

1. Senhora, my special thanks to you that you allowed me and granted me the honor to be your excercize trainer. I understand it was a bit tough for you to follow the routine. I remember you used to say.....eu nao posse....but you put a big smile and followed me with the routine excercize for your leg, toes, knees, neck, hand, arm and shoulder. Your excellent movement made you look like a fighter.

Hey! querida I remember you were getting so good at it and I LOVE YOU for that.

2. Senhora you are the most impressive sophisticated, classy fashionable lady. I remember you wanted to look the very best and classy ellagant and beautiful and I LOVE YOU for that.

3. Senhora, I remember you have the most awesome and incredible smile that made me freeze and knock my socks off and I LOVE YOU for that.

Hey! Querida you tied our heart to your heart for ever. We LOVE YOU for that.

You are a heart breaker we all LOVE YOU for that.

Farrad, Armenia, Marcel, Victoria and Austin

DEAR HEAVENLY FATHER AND LOVING LORD BLESS YOU IN THE LAND OF PEACE AMEN!!!