Born in: São Miguel, Azores, Portugal
Passed away peacefully on June 4, 2022 in Vancouver, BC at the age of 57.
Predeceased by his parents José and Maria Melo, and daughter Chelsey.
He will be lovingly remembered and missed dearly by Tina, his wife of 33 years, daughter Jenny and son Sean. And his siblings Aida Raposo (Geraldino), Joe de Melo (Louise), Maria Jose Rebelo, John Melo (Otelia), Manuel de Melo, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Luis had a passion for cars. He always wanted a ’69 Camaro or a new Mustang. He was one of the lucky ones who turned their hobby into a career and became a skilled auto mechanic.
Luis loved to play hockey every Saturday night without fail. He was very proud that he could keep up with the young guys.
Luis loved his telescopes and navigating the night sky. He loved to show his kids the moon, planets, nebulas, and constellations. And he never hesitated to take a good deal from his buddy Harout at the telescope store.
He had a big love for music and was a very talented musician. He loved to play the guitar and was able to quickly learn new songs by ear.
Luis, Dad, we miss you so much. You will be forever in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation in honour of Luis to the Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant Program @ VGH/UBC Hospital. We cannot thank the doctors and nurses on this team enough for helping Luis through his battle with Aplastic Anemia.
Date :07 Jun 2022
Tribute :I will remember all the laughter and fun we all had as teens. Driving loops around Stanley Park will always be good memories. Sending Tina and the children our condolences and love.Sorry terribly sorry for your great loss.
Gena barzan
Date :07 Jun 2022
Tribute :May you REST in peace Luis Now you are in your parents arms.Good bye great friend.
Lucy
Date :07 Jun 2022
Tribute :May you REST in peace Luis Now you are in your parents arms.Good bye great friend.
Lucy
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :My deepest condolences Tina and Family, stay strong for each other
Charmaine Casavant
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :🙏
Matt Huber
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :🙏
Matt Huber
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :Tina, My deepest condolences to you and the family on the loss of Luis. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Guzzo
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :Luis was a competitor. He always played hard and I always appreciated the way he gave 100% on the ice. I will miss the conversations that we had on cars.
Orson Woo
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :Luis was always gracious and fun, a team player and a good friend. He live forever on in our hearts and souls.
Michael Carter
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :My thoughts to Tina and family
Karen
Date :08 Jun 2022
Tribute :A disarmingly kind and truly gentle friend; it makes his passing so much harder to bear. I feel for his family, God bless you Luis.
Anthony Averay
Date :09 Jun 2022
Tribute :My condolences to Tina, Jenny and Sean. I had the pleasure of working and getting to know Luis during our time at Sears and playing hockey Saturday nights
Aj
Date :11 Jun 2022
Tribute :To Tina and all the Melo family our heartfelt condolences for your loss. May the memories you have of Luis be a source of some comfort to you all during this most difficult time. In sympathy, Serafina Duarte
Serafina Duarte