Maria Fernanda Confeiteiro passed away on Aug 22/23, after a brief battle with cancer, with her
loved ones at her side. Maria was born on September 12 1947 in Alqueidao da Serra, Portugal. She came to Canada in
1970 and started her new life in Vancouver. She had a variety of jobs but settled in and eventually retired from UBC along with her sister and many friends. In 1971 she married the love of her life Manuel Confeiteiro and went on to have 2 sons and
several grandchildren whom she adored. She dedicated her life to being a fantastic and wonderful mother and the foundation of our family. She was our constant cheerleader and supporter. Her home was always filled with warmth, love and kindness.
Maria was predeceased by her Parents Maria and Francisco, her sister Olinda and her brothers
Manuel and Jose. She is survived by her husband Manuel, her children Helder(Nelia) and Jason as well as her
grandchildren Angelina, Isabella, Ellianna, Nicolas and Matias. She was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. She will be missed. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Hospice Society or to BC Cancer Foundation