Jansen Sarte

Jansen Ma. Sarte, age 74, passed away in the peace of Christ on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Royal Columbian Hospital.

He was born in Cavite City, Philippines in 1946 and married in 1972. He migrated to Canada in 1976 with his wife and two daughters and settled in Vancouver, BC. He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn Venida, and their four ever-grateful children: Shari Sarte, Maria (Roger) Hypolite, John (Aliisa) Sarte, Ann Isobel (Aaron) Senoner. He was blessed with four grandchildren: Graeme (13) and Laura (8) Sarte, Rossi Bardolemieux (6), and Leo (18 mos) Senoner. Also survived by his only sister, Zita Ma. Sarte, and his younger brother, Jorge Sarte, and nephews, nieces, cousins, and in-laws. He was predeceased by his father, Jesus Ma. Sarte, his mother, Petrona (Antonio) Sarte, and older brother, Jeronimo Sarte.

He continually nurtured his faith by attending daily mass, adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament, religiously read the Bible and recited the Lauds and Vespers. He showed his love through regular acts of service and remained strong and firm in his belief: This is eternal: to know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent (John 17:3).

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held on March 31 at 11am at the Parish of St Michael the Archangel in Burnaby, BC with Msgr. Rossi officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Covenant House Vancouver or Domestic Abuse Services Our Lady of Good Counsel Society would be appreciated. See links below.