Obituaries

LOPES, Hortence

1931 – 2020

With heavy hearts the family of Hortence Lopes “mommy-avo” announce her passing on February 20, 2020 at the age of 88 years.

She was born March 17, 1931 in the Algarve region of Portugal, a daughter of the late Virgilio and Palmira Da Ponte. She is the second oldest of 7 children. She leaves behind her loving family: granddaughter Christina Wells; grandson Andrew (Kim) Wells and their children Olivia, Brianna, and Aiden; as well a large extended family in Portugal, Brazil, and France. Sadly, she was predeceased by her daughter Milita (d. 2011) and her husband Antonio (d. 2008).

Hortence grew up on a farm in Portugal and moved to Canada June 16, 1957, she was a long-time resident of Maple Ridge BC and worked at Berryland Cannery before becoming a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and spending time outdoors, especially in the garden. She loved being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a great mentor and always teaching and telling stories. She led by example. There was never a job too large or too small that she would not tackle.

She will be missed deeply by family and numerous friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com.

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/lopes-hortence/

Condolence Messages

Mar 01, 2020
A sweet sweet lady that always brought a smile to my face. Such a pleasure to have known her. <3 (Darrell)
Feb 26, 2020
Very sorry to hear Hortence has passed away. She had such a great love and pride for her family. She is now with your grandpa and mom, whom she never stopped missing. Wishing you peace and comfort at this sad time. - Brent & Flo
Feb 25, 2020
To the family of Hortence - your grandmother often shared a table with my mother while they were at Hawthorn. I often ate with them or just visited and always enjoyed your grandmothers chats and her precious smile. She made my visits there a little more pleasant and I hope hers was a peaceful end.

Sincerely,

Donna (daughter of the late Alma Coupal)
Feb 25, 2020
Sorry for your loss Christina, Andrew and family. Remembering your Grandma - and what a kind lady she has been. She sewed my graduation dress back in 1976 when we were neighbours in MR. Now at rest with your loving mom and Grandpa. Love Diana (Wright) Anderson
Feb 25, 2020
Thinking of you, Christina and Andrew. Remembering the fun times at your house with your mom and your grandma. Always so hospitable and kind. She was so proud of you two.

Love Ursula Clair
Feb 24, 2020
Condolences sent to you Christina and Andrew and the rest of the family. We are with you ! Rest In Peace Hortence. Tony and Connie Gonçalves
Feb 24, 2020
My condolences Christina Andrew and family! She was a beautiful lady . RIP Hortence