Maria Mota
October 21, 1950 - June 24, 2025
Our hearts are filled with love and cherished memories as we share the passing of Maria Dos Anjos De Jesus Mota.
Maria left this world peacefully on the morning of June 24th 2025, in University Hospital, London, Ontario at the age of 74, with her loving family by her side.
Beloved wife of Abilio for 56 years. Loving mother to Paula (Jose), Sonia (Jonathan) and Teresa (Mike). Adored Vovó to Daniella, Bruno, Adriana and Anthony. Cherished sister to Leanor (Manuel), Diamantino (Deidre), Palmira (Joaquin), Nela (Manuel) and sister-in-law to Antonio (Preciosa). Predeceased by parents Jose and Emilia and sister Lourdes.
Maria’s life is a demonstration of inspiring strength and resiliency in the face of great adversity; and as the Matriarch of our family, her loss will be felt by so many, including her PHamily.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, July 3, 2025, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 709 Wonderland Road North, London. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, July 4, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery, London.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) of Canada.
For those unable to attend the memorial service, a livestream will be available. To register for the livestream click; Remembering Maria.
The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to all the healthcare teams at LHSC, especially CCU, MSICU and Respirology; as well as the Transplant team at UHN.
Thank you for keeping Maria in your hearts and prayers during this difficult time, as we honour and celebrate Maria’s life.
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“Mrs. Mota” (as I used to call her), will be very missed by all of the lives she touched. We send strength & our prayers to her entire family, as they are faced with such a tremendous loss. To Billy, Paula, Teresa and Sonia… our deepest condolences to all of you. 💕
You were the most amazing godmother/Aunt and light of my life. I will miss you more than words can say, Always on my mind and forever in my heart. RIP xo til we meet again
Services for Maria Mota
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
July 3, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
July 3, 2025 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Memorial Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
July 4, 2025 11:00 am
Additional Service information
Procession to St. Peter’s Cemetery to follow.
A reception will be held following the interment at Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre.
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Dearest Maria, You fought so hard but it wasn’t meant to be, you went through so much but never gave up, an inspiration to us all. You will forever be in our hearts and minds never to be forgotten. Abilio, Paula, Sonia, Terry and family, You have lost a wonderful strong person, our hearts are with you all during this difficult time, keep strong. Love and hugs 😘🤗💜💜💜 Miss you so much already Maria ❤️❤️
~ Palmira and Quim