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Mark Carreiro

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MARK ANTHONY CARREIRO

May 2, 1984 - December 19, 2020

Our beloved Mark Anthony Carreiro, of Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away on December 19, 2020 following a battle with Covid-19.  

 

Mark was born with a mission to inspire everyone around him.  His long and difficult medical journey began at only three months of age when he began having multiple seizures daily following his pertussis vaccination.

 

What followed for his family was truly a mission to find answers and unravel the mysteries of his situation.  Mark taught so many lessons to those who loved him, including how to accept differences.   His early years growing up at home surrounded by his large extended family enriched our lives in so many ways.

 

Mark moved to St. Amant when he was fifteen years old.  Here he found his beloved second family, who cared for him in his final years in a way that was beyond what we could have ever hoped for.  The love that staff gave to Mark was like no other love and will be carried in our hearts.

 

Mark surpassed the expectations of his childhood doctors by thirty years, and his family is so incredibly grateful to have had those years with our sweet fighter. 

 

Mark leaves to cherish his memory, his parents Odette Carreiro (Dave McDougall) and Paulo Carreiro (Lucia Flora); brother, Nicholas Carreiro (Katie Magotiaux); loving aunties and uncles; many, many cousins; as well as his special St. Amant family. He was predeceased by his grandparents John Costa, Antonio, and Esmeria Carreiro and his cousin, Jessica who will be embracing him now in heaven.

 

Due to current restrictions on public gatherings, a big celebration of his life will be held at St. Amant at a future date.  Cremation has taken place and Mark will be in his mother’s care until he can be laid in his final resting place with his Avos.  The family would like to encourage Mark’s friends and family to honor his memory by sharing your memories, stories, and photos by making use of the comment section on this page.

 

The family would like to thank the ICU team and Pastor Jason at St. Boniface Hospital for the superior care and respect they gave to Mark.  Thanks also go to the staff at Ethical Death Care for their compassionate service during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Amant Centre, A memory card will be sent to family.  

Be free Mark Anthony, your loved ones will be smiling and thinking of you until we meet again.

ETHICAL DEATH CARE

Cremation & Life Celebrations

530 St. Mary Avenue - Winnipeg

204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com

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Susana Scott

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

I remember when you were just months old.  You were a beautiful boy. I was blessed to have been given the opportunity to babysit and bond with you during your infant and toddler years.   Now you're in your full glory surrounded by love, free to run, laugh, kiss, and hug your grandpa and grandma who are so happy to embrace you into the Kingdom.    Bye bye Mark, I've never forgotten about you and will forever love you.  Susana Scott

Sheryll Ann

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Rest in peace Markie boy. Would forever be grateful that I have witnessed the beatific smiles you have given your mom during your facetimes. Hugs to you Odette and to the family. 

Inga Lasko

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

My condolences my friend, my heart aches with yours. May God grant you the strength to heal. He is gone, but he lives on in our hearts forever. 

Robert

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Sorry to hear about your son passing may he Rest In Peace he is now one with God and is an angel watching over you and your family during this difficult time.  He no longer feels pain and is joined in heaven with your deceased loved ones.   Your friend Robert (retired ex co-worker)

Brian and Nancy

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. He is with God now in Heaven.

Venetta Rimmer

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

My deepest sympathy to all of Mark's family especially his mother Odette 

Angela Arnott

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

My deepest condolences, to you and your family, and sharing in your sadness as you remember Mark.

Denise Henry

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Mark will be deeply missed. Condolences to all who cared for him. Thank you to his family for allowing us all to care for your precious Mark for so many years.

Bonnie Eliuk

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

My deepest condolences to Odette and family in the passing of Mark during this difficult time. I have fond memories of Mark in elementary school when I, as Speech and Language Pathologist , along with our team, were blessed with providing educational programming with Mark.❤

Ellie Kilimnik

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

My sincere condolences Odette on the passing of your beloved son Mark Anthony.  Your love for Mark and your dedication to the best care you could provide for his life were so present always...you will mourn his passing , at the same time knowing and celebrating his new freedom and joy, and probably dancing with angels in his everlasting home. With much sympathy....Ellie Kilimnik

Cathy Jones

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

It has been many years since I worked with Mark at Norquay School.  I learned a great deal from Mark and his mother Odette about the value of meaningful inclusion for the students with special needs and for their classroom peers.  I am grateful for the opportunity to have known Mark and Odette.  My thoughts and prayers are with the Carreiro family.  Cathy Jones 

Jamerina Charbonneau

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Condolences to the family. I will miss him greatly as he had a quiet humour about him and often made me smile.  Thank you for sharing Mark with us at St.Amant❤

Guadalupe Paguio

September 25, 2024 at 7:33 PM

My deepest sympathy to you and your family for passing Mark. I had a great time  knowing and working with him. The time we  communicate through virtual with you Odette.  We will miss you Mark! Rest in Peace  God will take care of you.❤ 

Shelly Goodman

September 25, 2024 at 7:31 PM

I had the pleasure of meeting Mark when myself and Amy went with Odette to bring a cheque to St. Amante after our first Lawn Scrabble tournament.  We were given a tour and I was quite impressed with the facility.  I've continued to help out with the annual tournament, fashion shows and with bidding wars.  I will continue to do so in Mark's memory for as long as Odette needs me.  My condolences to Odette and her family.  Rest in peace Mark
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