Bosco is survived by Prisca and their children: Brenda (Graham) Walker of Calgary, Daphne (Luke) Sander of Lethbridge, and Savio (Christine) Baptista of Lethbridge; his beloved grandchildren: Iain (Rebecca), Sean, Aidan, and Declan Sander; Kira, Holly and Gavin Walker; and Allison, Emily, Lindsay and Xavier Baptista; and his first great-grandchild, Ronan Sander, who he was thrilled to cuddle this past Thanksgiving weekend. He is also survived by his sister Bertha (Bernardino) Luis, brother-in-law Stanley D’Souza, sister-in-law Philomena Baptista, brother-in-law Francis (Cybele) Noronha, sister-in-law Felicia Vas (John Amendt), sister-in-law Anita Desa; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and siblings: Ophilda, Auta, Simplicio (Annette), Bruno, and Alexio; brothers-in-law Eugene Vas and Joseph Desa; and niece Clarice.

Bosco was born in Eldoret, Kenya, in 1943, to Caetano Salvador Baptista and Ninfa Antonia da Conceicao Pacheco. His father’s work required moving the family every few years, but they eventually settled in Nairobi where Bosco met Prisca Noronha, whom he married in 1968. Their two daughters, Brenda and Daphne were born in Kenya. With the support of the K. N. Stewart family, who farmed near Cardston, AB, they immigrated to Canada in 1973. Their son, Savio, was born in Lethbridge, where Bosco and Prisca made their home. With the friendship and support of their new Stewart family, the family settled happily into their new lives. After working at Young, Parkyn, McNab Accounting, Bosco found a position as Assistant Secretary Treasurer at the Lethbridge Catholic School Division, until his retirement. Well-respected, his many accomplishments included writing a published centennial history book of the school division. Following retirement, he served three terms as a Trustee on the Catholic School Board.

Dad lived for his children and grandchildren. He played an active role in their faith journey and took a keen interest in their educational and athletic endeavours, often driving them to piano, sports, and other activities after feeding them Grandpa’s Famous Soup. He was a great listener who gave everyone the gift of his time. He was always thrilled when friends and family indulged his longstanding obsession with ABBA. Dad really enjoyed making people laugh with his quick wit and quirky humour. He kept his children and grandchildren laughing at his silly jokes and funny antics, especially while playing games like charades and Minute-to-Win-It.

Dad was well respected for his tremendous intelligence, unsurpassed general knowledge, incredible generosity (even with his beloved Kit Kats and Pineapple Fanta), and immense kindness. Our jovial, well-spoken, patient, and gentle dad will be sorely missed. As a humble man and devout Catholic, he passed away as peacefully as he lived. All of us who were blessed enough to be part of his life would have chosen his passing to be many years hence, but, in his easy going way, we are certain that he went happily to his Maker.

Dad had many causes that were close to his heart and to which he donated generously. We ask that in lieu of flowers, please donate to the Oblates of Mary Immaculate - Kenya Mission www.omilacombe.ca.

We love you, dad. Please keep looking out for us, until we meet again.

A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. with Francis and Lisa Noronha officiating.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Valentine Suum celebrating. Both the Prayer Service and the Funeral Mass will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Bosco’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

Following the Reception, Bosco will be laid to rest in Mountain View Cemetery.