Maria Manuela Baptista
August 30, 1928 - September 27, 2016
Maria Manuela (Nella) Baptista, nee Valada passed away on September 27, 2016. She will be greatly missed.
Nella was born in Benfica, a suburb of Lisbon, Portugal on August 30, 1928.
Nella is survived by her only son, Dr. Luis Baptista, adoring daughter-in-law, Alexis; two grandchildren: Kelly (Dan) Wyatt and Darren (Terry) Baptista; five great-grandchildren: Alec, Brady, Bronwyn, Cole and Jove; her dearest brother Dr. Joao C. Valadas and sister-in-law Maria Del Pilar; her nieces: Dr. Maria Gabriela, Mimi and Suzy and by Nella's loving best friend Mrs. Placida Abrantes.
She was predeceased by her husband Marciano Baptista and by her parents Antonio and Evangelina de Oliveira Valada.
Prayers
6:00PM Monday October 3, 2016
Our Lady of Fatima Portuguese Church
12311-55 Edmonton, AB
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00AM Tuesday October 4, 2016
Our Lady of Fatima Portuguese Church
12311-55 Edmonton, AB
Interment
St. Joachim's Cemetery
Memorial Donations
Alzheimer's Society or to the Alberta Cancer Society
Dr. Batista and family! We are so sorry for your loss, we pray that God gives you strength during this difficult time.
Sentidos pesames a familia
Que a tristeza fortaleça a eperança e aumente vossa fé
na certeza de que a Manuela se encontra
no reino da Eterna Gloria
Paz a sua Alma
Our deepest condolences, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dr. Baptists & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Our Deepest Sympathies to you all.
May God give you the comfort and love you require at this time.
Our prayers and thoughts are with all?
I was saddened to hear of your loss of your Mom, Dr. Baptista. I’m praying that God will give you an extra measure of strength and comfort as you grieve.