Obituary of Antonina Prado Gaston

May 10, 1930 – Dumalag, Capiz, Philippines

March 24, 2022 – Calgary, Alberta

We are here to celebrate the passing of our beloved mother (Nanay), Antonina P. Gaston of Calgary, AB, on March 24, 2022, at the age of 91 years. She was born in Dumalag, Capiz, Philippines on May 10, 1930.

She is lovingly remembered by her son Francis X. Gaston (Dale) and daughter Maria Dinah Gaston, as well as numerous relatives and friends here in Canada, USA and the Philippines.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, our Tatay, Ladislao P. Gaston in 1976 and by her parents, Alfonso Prado and Juanita Frias. She was one of ten siblings who have since passed away, Josefina, Cirila, Vicente, Tranquillino, Milagrosa, Candelario, Estrella, Gloria and Lourdes.

Nanay and Tatay were both teachers in the Philippines when they decided to take a leap of faith and take the family to Canada in 1967. They did this with assistance from the Notre Dame College through the Roman Catholic Church, of which they were truly dedicated. Their first posting was to help teach the Indigenous community of North West River in Labrador. Their future communities were Big River I.R., Port Simpson (Lax Kw'alaams), BC and Cochin (Moosomin I.R.). Nanay retired and lived in North Battleford before moving to Calgary. She was known by many of her friends to be compassionate and helpful and was always a great cook and baker. Her cake decorating skills were without comparison. She assisted in the sponsorship of many of her family to Canada. She was also a godmother to many baptismals and weddings.

Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McInnis & Holloway (Park Memorial, 5008 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB) on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m, and prayers and Tributes to follow at 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Funeral Services were held at McInnis & Holloway (Park Memorial, 5008 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB) on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Reception followed in the Hospitality Centre at the Funeral Home. Family and friends who are unable to attend in person were invited to join Mrs. Gaston’s service streamed live (see below) on the day of the service. For those who are unable to view live, a recording of the service has been posted below. Cremation to follow with a mass to be held at a later date in Saskatoon, SK due to the many friends she has in that province. Furthermore, a final graveside memorial will be held in Dumalag, Capiz in the Philippines at a future date, to be beside her husband Ladislao. Condolences, memories, and photos can also be shared and viewed here.

The Gaston family would like to acknowledge all the doctors, nurses, aides and staff of AgeCare Midnapore senior community centre. Your compassion and care that you provided our Nanay was unsurpassed. We are truly grateful and we thank you.

In living memory of Antonina Gaston, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Park Memorial, 5008 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200.

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