Surrounded by his loving family, Jose Armando Ticas passed away on December 20, 2021, at the age of 84. He leaves behind the love of his life, Felicita Marquez de Ticas, after 57 wonderful years of marriage. Jose has 9 children whom he loved dearly. Esmeralda (Omar), Yanira (David), Jose Armando (Rita), Edwin, Zaida (Edwin), Juan Carlos (Anuradha), Stanley (Colleen), Ana (Steven), and Walter (Barbara). He was also a loving grandfather to Jessica (Carlos), David Omar (Laura), Gabriela (Martin), Byron Alexis, Andrea, Janet (Aaron), Aurora, Maria Eugenia, Estefania, Antoine, Felicity, Jacob, and Vivan; and great grandchildren Daniel, Sebastian Javier and Camila. Jose was a devoted family man through and through. Those closest to him lovingly called him “Papito“.
Jose was born and raised in Apastepeque, San Vicente, El Salvador, to his parents Leticia and Jose. He grew up in a large family, with many siblings. Jose loved the outdoors, boxing, football, and riding horses. A man who valued education, he had a successful career in sales. A devout Catholic, Jose volunteered his time to numerous church initiatives, including Christian Family Movement, Opus Dei, The Cursillo movement, Marriage Encounters and as a church usher.
During a time of civil war, Jose made the courageous decision to immigrate his family to Canada in the hopes of a better future. He was active with various charitable events and helped new immigrants settle when they arrived in Ottawa. The Ticas household always had open arms to anyone seeking refuge or in need of company over the holidays. Jose loved helping others. His favorite pastimes included reading, fishing, gardening, and spending time with family. We will miss our “Papito” dearly and know that he continues to protect and watch over his family. In our hearts we will hold his faith, hope, love, and his characteristic warm smile.
Our family wishes to send our deepest thanks to the doctors, nurses, and personal support workers at the Ottawa Hospital, particularly the General Campus and the Riverside Family Health Team.
In lieu of flowers, we encourage you to make charitable donations to organizations that he supported such as the Ottawa Food Bank, The Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Dementia Society of Ottawa, Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre, and the Ottawa Hospital Foundation.
Digital Guestbook
Mehdi Louzouaz
Brian Gilligan
Ana and family. Please accept my sympathies for the passing of your father. The story of his life tells of a man deeply committed to his family, his faith and making the world a better place.
Guy Marcoux
Condolences to you and your family Ana during this difficult time.
Janice Canning
Ana, my thoughts are with you and your family during this time of great loss. Your father sounds like an amazingly loving man, surrounded by a beautiful family, and a lifetime of giving and caring for others. His significant contributions to the community and his family will not be forgotten and will live on in others.
Itmalzin Rodriguez and Family
My despest condolence to all the family, may the Lord give you strengh during this dificult time. I am so sorry for your lost. Sending you hugs, Ima and family.
Kelly De Angelis
Our Dearest Ana, Steven, Felly Belly, Vivi, and the whole Ticas extended family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Papasito. The friendship and kindness that radiates from the four of you is a beautiful testament to how well his life was spent. Our hearts are with you during this difficult time,
Lots of Smooches,
Kelly, Ricky, Gabey and Lily, xox
Refugio Valle Yuyu
Mi querida amiga Zaidy, y demás familia, siento mucho su pérdida, El ya descansa en paz. Ruego a Dios les conceda Fortaleza y consuelo, bendiciones, abrazos y besos a la distancia, saludos cordiales. ???❤️??
Delmy Sanchez
Mis condolensias a la fam.Ticas, que Diosito les de fuerzas en estos momento dificiles,
RIP Don Armando
Mary Merazo Ventura y Fam.
Nuestras más sinceros condolencias,vivirá en nuestros corazones Don Ticas hombre de temple ayuda y solidaridad,gran padre y papito,fortaleza familia se les quiere.
Steffi Ortiz
To Ana and the whole Ticas family. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences at this difficult time. Steffi
My sincere condolences to you and your family my friend Ana. Just ready the words introducing your father I can tell how wonderfull he was and his legacy will live in you and your seblings. Be strong my friend and know we are all here if you need us.
Respectfuly
The Louzouaz family