Antonio Azevedo

t’s with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Antonio (Tony) Azevedo on May 6, 2025 at the age of 78.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Dulce do Céu Azevedo, son Vitor (Memory) Azevedo, daughter Claudia (Nelson) Barata as well as his grandchildren Anaya, Cruz and Rafael. He also leaves behind his brother Acacio (Janet) Azevedo in Ontario, his sisters Ester da Conceição (José) Moniz and Maria do Amparo (Tozé) Moura in Portugal, brothers in law Fernando (Lucia) Pinto, Diamantino (Lurdes) Pinto in Portugal and many nieces and nephews.

Tony was born in Felgar, Portugal on March 21, 1947 to Aurelio Azevedo and Ana Marcos. Tony first came to Canada in 1974 looking for adventure and opporunity, returning to Portugal where he married Dulce and started his family. In 1978, Tony moved his young family to Edmonton where he built a life for them working in Fort McMurray and becoming a carpenter by trade.

Tony will be remembered as an incredibly hardworking, humble man, always available to provide support to anyone in need. His love for connection, community and service allowed him to build a beautiful life surrounded by dear friends who felt like family who will always hold his memory close to their hearts.

Service and Funeral:

A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 19 at 6:30pm followed by the funeral on Tuesday, May 20 at 11:00am both at St. Charles Catholic Church 17511 112 St NW, Edmonton.

In Lieu of Flowers: Donations can be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Canadian Cancer Society in an effort to continue to Tony’s quiet mission of helping others in need.