DECEMBER 13, 1937 – MAY 2, 2024

Passed away at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday May 2, 2024 at the age of 86 years, surrounded by his devoted family.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Gloria (nee Pereira). Loving father of Victor (Jana Lee) and Paul (Sandra).

Cherished grandpa of Justin, Courtland, Keenan, Cameron, Brooklyn, Lucas and Andrew.

Dear brother of Antonio Araujo (Doris), Otelinda Sousa (Late Manuel) and predeceased by his siblings Candida, Rita, Maria, Netvidad. Bento will be sadly missed by all his family and friends in Portugal and Canada.

Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Wednesday, May 8 from 4-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. THERESE CHURCH, 3800 Courtice Road, Courtice on Thursday, May 9th, at 10:30 a.m. Entombment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

Donations may be made to the Lakeridge Health Foundation - Cancer Centre.