With heartfelt and deepest condolences to John, Christina and Natasha:

As friends, neighbours and a fellow teacher at Marion Carson School, it saddens us to learn of the passing of Amalia, having visited her, what seems to be such a short time ago. So full of life, laughter and passion, one candle’s light has dimmed upon learning of the passing of Amalia. I often thought of her when running by the house, sending prayers and “good vibes” your way. We’ve know you for many years, and remember when Amalia came over to help babysit, seeing Christina and Natasha drop by the school, it seems like only yesterday. Her laugh will be an echo of a memory to hold on to. Stay strong, keep her memory alive, fight the dark times, relish in the memories, and take solace in the fact she has returned to the Father, no longer suffering, to continue new memories until you can once again sit around the table and laugh together as a family once more.

With deepest sympathy,

Ted, Maryann & Miranda Wiedener

I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Simoes passing. I was driving with my boys, past Marion Carson, and we began talking about their time at that school. They said they had seen an announcement on Facebook. I am so sorry we missed the service but wanted you to know what an incredible teacher she was! She taught both of my boys in Grade 3 and they both have very fond memories of her many years later. She was always so loving, kind, accepting and positive. She understood that every child was unique and wanted to bring the best out of each and every one! I ran into her last year and we talked for a while about her battle with cancer and seemed so positive. With all she was dealing with, she still wanted to talk about my boys and remembered their names after over 10 years. She was a lovely person and I feel very lucky that we had a chance to know her.

Our deepest sympathies,

Michelle, Colin, Tyler and Evan Corey

Dear John, Christina and Natasha,

I was so sad to read about Amalia. She was a lovely, very gracious lady, and I always enjoyed seeing your family in my office. She would come in with you beautiful little girls and was so proud! I would always ask about your latest trips to Portugal and in fact, walked the Portuguese Camino to Santiago this year. Please know my prayers are with your family in your grief.

God bless and hold you. Marina Skulsky

Dear Simoes and DaCosta Families,

At this time of deep and very personal sadness please know that caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you.

“Some people come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same.”

With deepest sympathy,

Susanna McEachern (nee Heikoop) and family

To the Da Costa family & Simoes

We are so sorry to hear of Amalia’s passing. We only really knew her in her youth. We loved her & her siblings & her parents and our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you as well as her children & husband as we know she will be greatly missed.

I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I will always remember her beautiful smile and even more beautiful heart. She was raised by one of the warmest families I have ever had the pleasure to know. My heart goes out to all the family.

My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you comfort and peace as you mourn her passing. I am honoured and blessed to have known Amalia as a fellow teacher at Marion Carson for many years. Amalia filled the room with her laughter, thoughtfulness, kindness, and grace. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

Mrs. Simoes was an amazing math teacher. She was my grade. 3 teacher 4 years ago and I will truly miss her and the help that she gave me. She was an amazing person and will always be in my heart. She was one of the nicest teachers I have had so far and I will miss her and her special math techniques. I am sorry for your loss.

Mrs. Simoes was my my favorite teacher amongst all teachers that I have had. She was loving of all her students and provided care and support for each individual student.

I remember Mrs. Simoes helped my family plan a trip to Portugal. She would spend her free time making me booklet at telling me about the wonderful sightseeing around Portugal. Mrs. Simoes did this out of her kind heart, she is a person who does not expect anything in return.

May she rest in peace.

Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Thinking of all of you.

Hugs

Louis, Sara, Jaime & Nicholas Rego

We would like to give our condolences to the friends and family of Mrs. Simoes. My daughter Erika was suppose to be in Mrs. Simoes grade 3 class last year at Marion Carson. Erika has very fond memories of Mrs. Simoes. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Kristin & Erika Trueman

Dear Simoes family,

I’m so sorry for your loss. I am a former student of Mrs. Simoes when I was in Grade 3 at Marion Carson and was also a student teacher of hers during my time in the Education program at Mount Royal University. I just recently graduated from this program and am now a teacher for the CBE. As a student of hers and a future teacher, Mrs. Simoes inspired me to pursue an career in education because of her passion for teaching. She will be truly missed.

I came to Canada in 2003 with no word of English or knowledge of the culture of our nation. When I was in grade 3, I was blessed to have Mrs. Simoes as my first teacher in Canada. She welcomed me with open arms and a caring heart. She had the most admirable patience towards to me as a new immigrant and nervous little girl. She had a huge influence in my life after elementary school, I owe her my confidence and love towards learning. I send my deep condolence to her family and friends. She will be forever loved.

Thank you Mrs. Simoes, rest in peace.

We are so sorry for your loss. Amalia was a kind and lovely person. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Gabe and Annabelle Queiroga and family.

You all are in my thoughts and prayers, I will miss her very much, she has such a beautiful soul , beautiful spirit, a wonderful friend, always thinking of others first, all who knew Amalia have been blessed with the gift of beautiful memories, I will treasure them forever in my hart until we meet again in the home above .

I am so sorry for your loss; Amalia left a profound impression on my heart and will continue to be remembered. They say some Angels walk among us, and I always thought of Amalia with love and light~ touching everyone she encountered with her kind and genuine smile and personality. Prayers to her family during this tough time.

Our condolences and prayers to all the family. She was a beautiful person with always a smile on her face. xo

Our deepest sympathies go out to your entire family. Amalia was a very lovely woman who will certainly be missed by many people and we were fortunate to know her.

When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. Our most sincere condolences to you.

Bernardete & Mario da Cruz

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Amalia, but know that she has reached a more peaceful place. I knew her as a parent and a teacher and she excelled as both. Her memory and kindness will live on in all the children whose lives she touched, and her genuine smile will stay with me always.

Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us everyday.

Unseen, unheard but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy.

In loving memory of my sister in law Amalia.

I can’t call you on the phone or text you anymore but in my heart, I talk to you every day.

You’re one of GODS…true angel fearless in the natural and now your truly free to be & rest in peace.

Thank you for being my inspiration and strength.

Thank you for blessing everyone with your presence.

I won’t forget you and will always love you.

Love you always, God bless your soul.

Love Lucia De Lima

Amalia was a lovely, gentle lady, a wonderful teacher and a good friend. The staff at Marion Carson will miss her.

My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

Dear Christina (Adam), Natasha and John:

We are saddened on the loss of your mother and wife. Amalia touched our hearts and left fond memories of the times we shared. She was a pleasure to be around and I will miss our chats. It is hard to find the words to express our deepest sympathy. You are close in our thoughts at this difficult time. We pray your grief will be eased through happy cherished memories.

Deborah, Gordon Thorpe/Amanda Skeen (Vernon, BC)

We are so sorry to see her gone, we feel for the family our deepestest sympathy especially to John,Christina & Natasha.

Amalia was a delight to be around we will always remember her for being so kind to others and cheerful.

Rip Amalia.

Our sincere condolences to the family. May God guide you all through these hard times.

Kim and Filomena Hoar

To John Simoes and family:

I am saddened to hear of the loss of your wife.

our condolences to you and your daughters at this sad time. Words are never adequate in moments like these but know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry for your loss. Amalia taught all 3 of my children in grade 3 at Marion Carson. She was a wonderful, caring and committed teacher, and I enjoyed many visits with her. She was always very proud of her family, and told me about both of her daughter’s many accomplishments. May peace be with you as you grieve the loss of your loving mother and wife.

John, Christina, Natasha, Senhor Antonio & Amalia’s entire family.

It is with a very sad heart that I send you my deepest sympathy.

Amalia and I have been friends since we met in Grade 6 many years ago. I was very blessed to have such a friend as Amalia. I will miss her very, very much.

May God and “Our Lady” accompany you and help you as you go through this most difficult time. God Bless. Maria Teresa Cancela

John My condolences To you and the family

I am deeply saddened to learn of Amalia’s passing. She was one of my teaching partner with year three students at Marion Carson for many years. I treasure those memories as well as the last time she invited me for lunch. I will remember her happy smile and positive outlook. I send sincere condolences to all her family.

Dear John, Natasha, Christina and Adam

I am so sorry for your loss.

I absolutely loved being around Amalia. She was such a sunbeam, and was always so welcoming and kind to me. She was the type of person that this world needs many more of.

My thoughts are with your family

Deepest condolences

Darryl

John, Christina & Natasha,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Amalia was a great woman full of sound advice and incredible stories. She will be missed by all. Please know you are in our prayers and in our hearts.

Ron, Delia, Kaylee & Kristina DaSilva

I loved teaching with Amalia. I will never forget her compassion and generosity. She would light up when speaking about her daughters and husband. Amalia spoke so passionately about Portugal. A place I would love to visit because of her. We always laughed that we shared the same birth date and initials. Marion Carson will not be the same without our sweet Amalia.

To Amalia’s Daughters and Husband,

I taught with Amalia for 3 years at Marion Carson (2006 – 2009). She was a phenomenal teacher and such an incredible influence to me in my teaching. May you find peace and comfort at this time!

My deepest sympathies!

Sincerely,

Darlene Schmidt

Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days, my most heartfelt condolences.

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

John, Christina, Natasha and Adam,

No words can express how we all feel on the loss of Amalia. She was a wonderful wife, mother, friend and teacher. She will be missed by all who knew her, especially her family. We will miss her at the family functions. Heaven gained a beautiful Angel.

Lena & Don Thompson, Lourdes Costa, Patt & Edgar Costa and family.

Dear Simons family,

I was very saddened to hear of Amalia’s illness and passing. I shall always remember her giggle and laughter as it filled the halls of Marion Carson. May her memory be a blessing to us all.

Deb Weiss

(taught grade 4, 5/6 and computers at Marion Carson from 1995 to 2001)

My thoughts and prayers are you John, Christina and Natasha.

Amalia was a lovely person with a huge heart. She will be missed my many.

Our hearts are broken but Amalia’s postive spirit surrounds us. No words can ever console the pain and grief in losing someone we love but the love and support of family and friends will hold us up. Stay strong to her family and know you are all in our hearts.

For all family Simoes my condolence from nuno – Oliver

Amalia touched the lives of many students, parents and staff members. Her caring, compassion and influence will be remembered for a long time. Many students will look back at their academic career and thank Amalia for giving them a chance, challenging them and celebrating their success with them. She never let them give up or gave up on them. We are happy that we knew her and you must be proud that she was your mother, wife, sister, daughter or bond of the family. She was a great role model that we all have learned from. On behalf of Marion Carson School, we send our deepest condolences to you.