She immigrated to Victoria in 1957, where she met Jose and was married in June 1958. Elvira worked as a seamstress most of her life until she retired from W&J Wilsons in Victoria.
Her passions included sewing, needlepoint, cooking large family dinners and later, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandson.
She enjoyed travels to Hawaii, Boston, Mexico, Portugal and voyaged on a number of cruises.
She will be deeply missed by her friends and family. Elvira is survived by her daughter Cidalia (Kevin); son Carlos; grandchildren Shauna, Paula, Brandon, Myles, and great-grandson Dallas.
Elvira is predeceased by her husband Jose (2003) of 44 years, and 2 younger brothers, Antonio & Alfred (of Boston, MA).