On Sunday August 7th, 2011, Mr. Jose Antonio Dias of Oliver passed away peacefully at the Penticton Regional Hospital surrounded by family at the age of 78 years. He was predeceased by his first wife Maria Dias; two brothers and one sister. Jose will be fondly remembered by his loving family including wife of twenty five years Maria da Nativadade Dias; sons Victor (Dianne) and Arthur (Crystal); granddaughters Michelle and Chelsea Dias; grandsons Brenden and Jaymin Dias; one brother; two sisters as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family. Jose moved to the Okanagan in 1962 and to Oliver in 1968. He was a lifetime orchardist who loved farming. Jose enjoyed many trips over the years to Portugal to visit family and friends. He was a member of the Oliver Elk’s Club and Christ the King Catholic Church. Jose was a loving, caring husband, father and grandfather. He was dedicated to his family, generous and giving. His sense of humour was with him all of his days and will be sorely missed. He will live in our hearts and memories forever.  A funeral mass was celebrated by Fr. Gerald Craig at Saturday at Christ the King Catholic Church. Interment and committal followed at the Oliver Municipal Cemetery. Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium.