PEDRO JOSEPH ALFRED CORDEIRO passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, February 26, 2009 at the age of 78 years. Alfie, as he was known to all his friends, is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Hyacinth, his sisters-in-law, Jane Cordeiro, Louisine Cordeiro, and Anita Cordeiro, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, and his brothers Edmond, William and Henry. Alfie was born June 28, 1930, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. At a young age, Alfie was sent to India for his education. After his return, he worked for the sisal industry in Tanzania. He emigrated to Canada in 1974 and was employed as a trusted and much-appreciated bookkeeper at Bert and Mac's Cycle until his retirement in 1995. Alfie was a keen sportsman. In his younger days, he was actively involved in several sports, especially cricket, field hockey and tennis, the last of which he continued to enjoy till recently. Even when he could not actively participate, he continued to enjoy the camaraderie at the Lethbridge Tennis Club of which he was the Treasurer. Alfie had a cheerful disposition and was happiest in the company of friends. He cherished his friendships and had a phenomenal memory for people and events long gone by. In his spare time, he enjoyed pottering around in his garden, growing far more than he and Hyacinth could use, to the benefit of his friends. Alfie led a contented life enjoying the simple things in life. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Vigil Rites and a celebration of Alfie's life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, March 6, 2009 at 8:00 p.m., with Francis Noronha and Prisca Baptista officiating. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 318 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., with Father Tim Boyle, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish may make memorial donations to the Lethbridge Regional Hospital (Cancer Clinic), 960 - 19 Street. S. Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5.