With great sadness the family of Ana Garcia Martins wishes to announce her passing at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Blessed with 58 years of life.
Ana was born November 20, 1960 in Cranbrook, BC to parents Miguel and Georgina Silva.
Along with Helder, Ana raised their two children as well as a few neighborhood children along the way, all while working full or part-time jobs most of her life. Ana also had a hand in caring for her parents and siblings in their time of need. Ana spent over 10 years working at Walmart serving the public. Amidst that her loving “work family” was made. In her off time Ana enjoyed spending quality time with her friends and family, cooking, teaching the next generation new things, and spending time with her daughters extended family.
Ana was a kind, generous, loving person with a quick wit and amazing sense of humor, sure to put a smile on anyone’s face.
Left to mourn her loss are her loving husband Helder of nearly 40 years, daughter Pamela (Rohan), brother Joey, sisters-in-law Bobbi, Isilda and Marilia, brother-in-law Idalmiro (Rosaria), nephews Kevin (Christine), and Michael, nieces Jayme, Bruna and Joana, aunt Margarida, as well as many other aunts, uncles and cousins.
Ana was predeceased by her parents Miguel and Georgina, sister Maria (John), brother Antonio, brother Miguel, son Tony, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins.
Special thanks to Dr. Mountain and the Team at ICU for all of their efforts.
Vigil and prayers were held at St. Rita’s Catholic Church on Monday, May 6, 2019 and Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, May 7, 2019 followed by interment at Park Memorial Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Castlegar Funeral Chapel.
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Pat Allen
May 16, 2019 at 11:07 amAnna was a light at Walmart where I first met her. She always smiled and waved when I came into the door and I remember precious talks with her. She is in my heart, loved and often thought of until we meet again in Heaven. Miss her.
Lorraine
May 16, 2019 at 3:55 pmMiss you pretty lady! Every time I go into work. I always think your going to be there. Thanks for the wonderful memories!
Irene Megan Ken Leo
May 16, 2019 at 7:10 pmWe would like to offer our sincerest condolences to your entire family at this very sad time. We got to know Ana during her stay working at Walmart and enjoyed her smile, her giggle and great kind conversation in the most recent year. She got to know us quite well, as us her, as we were frequent shoppers as well as her getting to meet our new grandson Leo. We again are so sorry for your loss. It won’t be the same there shopping – she was such a bring light. We will miss her smile. Take care and God bless. God has another angel in Heaven now to help him. Take care
Trudy Henderson
May 17, 2019 at 7:13 amMy sincere condolences to Anna’s family and friends. I worked with her years ago as well and often ran into her out and about in Castlegar. Always a big beautiful smile and a good visit always ended in a hug. I hope her family is doing as well as can be expected at this time. Knowing Anna I hope it’s helpful to her family knowing how much we all loved her. Rest in Peace beautiful lady. Till we meet again. . Trudy Henderson
NINA HOWELL
May 17, 2019 at 8:41 amI am sorry for your loss, your mom was such a nice lady , I worked with her for years, xo
Dawn Rosin
May 17, 2019 at 1:47 pmMy condolences, Anna was a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed.
Dayle Backus
May 19, 2019 at 8:21 pmI was in total shock when I saw Ana had left us. She was one true friend at the Walmart service counter. We had good laughs and always talked when she wasn’t so busy. Man I am going to miss her so much… she was always there with a big, big smile for me….. a true hearted lovely lady.
Kaye streleoff brandics
May 23, 2019 at 2:29 pmSo very sorry for your loss. Ana was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you all.