God called Joao peacefully on September 09, 2017 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Maria. Loving father of John (Sonya) and Teresinha. Proud grandfather of Lucas. Dear brother of Maria (Pedro Matos). He will be sadly missed by many family and friends. Visitations will be held at the Vescio Funeral Home “Toronto Chapel” (2080 Dufferin St., north of Rogers Rd. 416.656.3332) on Wednesday from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church (1680 Dundas St., Toronto). Entombment to follow at Prospect Cemetery (1450 St. Clair Ave., W., Toronto). Donations in Joao’s memory may be made to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.