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for Cheryl Aleman
Kathy Wieck (now known as Colette Cribari)
November 27, 2023
We recently had our 50th reunion at CU Law School and it would have been wonderful to have seen her at the reunion! We were good friends in law school and clerked together at the Boulder DA's office one summer. She was a good person, and left way too soon.
Lilian Velazquez-Acosta
November 26, 2020
Cheryl was chosen as a representative of the United States for the Bicentennial Celebration. She went to Washington where President Ford gave Cheryl a flag which she delivered to President Alfredo Stroessner in Asuncion, Paraguay. She missed the celebrations in the US, but we had the opportunity to learn so much about the US culture from her. My father's favorite dish was her tuna fish filled Roma tomatoes. I had so much fun covering the grapefruit tree with toilet paper. In the morning, the look of our neighbors, their comments, and later the process of "un-TP" the tree gave us so much enjoyment from the balcony. Her 1976 assignment gave us a lifelong friendship full of laughter and wonderful memories.
Dr. Ronald Habas, M.D.
December 23, 2010
Dear Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences.
"COCO" "GIANCANA"
December 17, 2010
Judge Aleman was a great help to "Coco Giancana" when "Coco" was working as an undercover agent for the U.S. Govt. for 25 years in New York, Miami and Las Vegas. Bless the family.
Kathy Wieck/Cribari
December 15, 2010
Cheryl was one of my very best friends in law school. I am so saddened to hear of her death. She was a vibrant, intelligent and wonderful person. I have many fond memories of her and I am honored to have known her. My deepest sympathies to her family for their tremendous loss.
Nancy Moss
December 14, 2010
I heard of Cheryl's passing on 12/13 and I was shocked and saddened. Cheryl was not only one of my deputies at Jefferson Co. District Attorney's Office but a close friend. She helped me in so many ways when my husband passed, ways that I will never forget. Cheryl will be missed and loved always. My sadness extends to her husband, family and friends.
Steve Jensen
December 14, 2010
I have many fond memories of Cheryl. I knew her in college from the debate circuit and went to law school with her at CU and worked with her at the DA's office. She was a great talent. She was also a great person and a devoted Christian. She was full of life. I am confident she rests with her maker and that his judgment will not find her wanting.
Mark Pautler
December 13, 2010
Omar, our prayers are with you. Cheryl was a great joy to work with when she was here in Jeffco. Can never forget her contribution to justice in Colorado.
Patti Suman
December 13, 2010
My Dear Friend Omar, My heart is with you at this time. Cheryl was such a beautiful and caring woman. I adored her and everything she did to help people. Take Care my Friend, Patti Suman, Golden, Colorado
Debbi Farnum
December 13, 2010
Omar, so sorry to hear of your loss. Cheryl was a great prosceutor here in Jefferson County, Colorado and it sounds like she went on to do great things in Florida after moving there with you. I still remember the training you did in Colorado and the connection that you and Cheryl developed. It was great to read all the tributes to Cheryl. Cheryl's integrity will carry on as an insiration to others. My thoughts are with you.
Bobbi Dominiak
December 13, 2010
I worked in the Family Mediation Program for a number of years and found Judge Aleman to be a caring, gracious and kind woman. The loss is so sudden. She will be missed. My sympathy to her family, friends and coworkers.
December 13, 2010
Judge Aleman, you are an awesome Judge who was not afraid to let any and everyone know about your undying love for the Lord and for that I commend you. You will be surely missed.
Constance Spaulding
December 10, 2010
Cheryl was truly one of my best friends during high school. Although we fell away from each other and haven't kept in contact over the last 15 years, I've thought of her often. She was always so strong and courageous. Cheryl was a deep & great thinker and caring person.
I was so shocked to hear of her passing. I wish comfort to Mr. & Mrs. Smith and her family.
Omar, I regret that I have never had the opportunity to meet you. I am sure that you are a very special person. Blessings to you! love, Constance Sleeper Spaulding
Ann
December 10, 2010
I'm going to miss one of the best friends I ever had. Thank you Cheryl for being in my life.
Doris Velazquez
December 10, 2010
We will miss you big sis
kezzy lopez
December 9, 2010
Dear God,
please take care of Cheryl,
Thank you for taking her and keeping her in a safe but no thank you for taking my dear aunt away.
I love you Cheryl, and I can't wait to see you in heaven along with my grandma xoxoo
Lilian Velazquez-Acosta
December 8, 2010
We will miss our sister "Charlie." Cheryl was an exchange student to Paraguay in 1976 and her Paraguayan Dad, Dr. Osvaldo Velaquez-Avila, was unable to pronounce her name; thus he renamed her Charlie. Since 1976 we have maintained in touch at birthdays and Christmas. We love you Charlie and we will miss you. May you rest in Jesus arms.
December 7, 2010
Omar my friend,
I wish to express my deepest condolences
to you and Cheryl's family. I feel for all of you in this time of grief.
Your Friend
Carlos
Key West, Florida
December 7, 2010
A comforting word for all those grieving this special loss. " Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not gaze about, for I am your God. I will fortify you. I will really help you. I will really keep fast hold of you with my right hand of righteousness." Isaiah 41:10 San Diego,Ca.
Carmen Hernandez
December 7, 2010
Omar,
Our deepest condolences to you and the family. Cheryl is in a better place with the lord.
The Dominguez and Hernandez family.
C. John Jenkins
December 7, 2010
My prayers go out to the Aleman family in this difficult time. Judge Aleman always took time to talk when out paths would cross. May she rest in peace.
Amanda Gibbons
December 6, 2010
December 6, 2010
Judge Aleman was my judge 6 years ago, when I had relapsed on alcohol and made a mess of my life. She was very fair with me, and I felt that she genuinely cared about me. I wish I could tell her today how much I appreciate how she treated me, and that I am doing well. I feel very sad, because she was a wonderful human being and the world was a better place with her in it. May God bless her and her family.
Renee (Rene) Carrothers-Johnson
December 5, 2010
Omar, I will write more in a personal card. I want you to know that Cheryl was one of the best friends I have ever had. From that first year at Wheaton as part of "The Darling Dolls of Fifth Floor" in Fischer Drom through the years, she was one I could always count on. Your comments on how her faith blazed brightly through her fianl days was such an encouragement to me. My prayers, along with those of my prayer warriors, are with you through these hard days and the lonely ones to come. Knowing that we will spend eternity with Cheryl brings great comfort and joy! We don't understand God's timing or ways, but we don't have to. His ways are perfect.
George Brescher
December 5, 2010
I served as Judge Aleman's mentor when she came on the bench in Broward County. She was a fine judge and a good person. May she rest in peace.
Carmen Garcia
December 5, 2010
She was a tremendous judge and a wonderful person.
May you rest in peace dear judge
SIMONE TREUTLE
December 5, 2010
THE WILL OF GOD WILL NEVER LEAD YOU WHERE THE GRACE OF GOD CANNOT KEEP YOU .MAY YOU REST IN PEACE DEAR JUDGE.
M. Glenn Curran, III
December 4, 2010
I have been a trial attorney in this town for a quarter century, and I can echo what many have already said -- that she was a tremendous judge and a wonderful person.
Her integrity was beyond reproach: Always the professional and always compassionate. Everyone who seeks the bench can learn from her example.
I will always remember her allowing opposing counsel to go (way) past his allotted time for his motion to give him the opportunity to say everything he wanted to say in defense of his client’s position -- running into, through, and past her lunch hour. She wanted to decide everything on the merits for every party that appeared before her. You always had her full attention in court and, win or lose, you always got a good hearing from Judge Aleman.
Our legal system in this town is the poorer for her passing, but Heaven is the richer. Well Done Judge Aleman!
Jack & Shirley Jameson
December 4, 2010
Gordy and Trudy:
We're so sorry for you loss. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you and your family.
Fred Villarreal
December 4, 2010
Omar & Family, Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you for this loss. May God bless you and keep you.
Alina Davis
December 3, 2010
Omar, There are no words to express my sympathy to you & your family. May you find solace in knowing she was loved and revered by all who knew her. God Bless you.
Monica & Rich DeLuca
December 3, 2010
Omar, so sorry to hear of your loss....What a GREAT lady, she will be solely missed....Our thoughts and prayers are with you
C. Lyons
December 3, 2010
Rest In Peace Judge Aleman. May God keep you always in the palm of his hand.
Sue Myers-Kalinowski
December 3, 2010
You will be missed!!My sympathies are with your family! I was a high school classmate and admired her
William Arnone, FDLE
December 3, 2010
I worked with Judge Aleman on several different criminal prosecutions over the years when she was a State Wide Prosecutor; she was a tenacious and challenging prosecutor who was willing to travel and work with law enforcement to successfully prosecute any investigation. Judge Aleman was intellectually honest, and a compassionate colleague. She will be missed.
Dixie and Linda Boyles
December 3, 2010
Omar, so sorry to hear of your loss....Our thoughts and prayers are with you.....
Judy Beets
December 3, 2010
Our condolences to the Aleman family.
December 3, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
We also want you to know that both you and your wife were a great inspiration to us when we took your co-lead course on the trial of Jesus at Calvary Chapel.
Cheryl is a wonderful example of a strong witness for Christ in all she did and taught. She will be greatly missed. May God bless you richly.
Robin and Ron Paino
Georgina Mejia Martin
December 3, 2010
What bittersweet news. I was one of Professor Omar Aleman's students at Trinity International University a few years back. He and his lovely wife Cheryl invited our class to their home for dinner. I was immediately drawn to the care they had for one another, and it was apparent that the Lord is a part of their lives as individuals and as one, married, and bonded couple. What a glorious day in heaven and what a sad day for the loss on earth.
My sympathy to the Aleman Family.
Dominick Gucciardo
December 3, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the Aleman family.May she rest in peace and find comfort in heaven.
Barbara Hegarty
December 3, 2010
I was shocked to hear the loss of Judge Aleman. It happened so quickly and she was so young. The thoughts of many are with her family at this time of sorrow. God must have had special plans to call her home so soon.
Pedro & Nelda Cifuentes
December 3, 2010
Our condolences Omar to you and your family. May God comfort you during this time.
Julie Hager
December 3, 2010
In my humble opinion, Judge Aleman possessed all of the attributes we respect in a judge: fairness, intelligence, dedication, loyalty to the law, kindness, willingness to praise, and an expectation that those who appeared before her prepare and follow the law. My client, the vicitim of a horrible car accident, was blessed to have Judge Aleman preside over her trial. And I am a better lawyer today because of Judge Aleman's high standards.... She will be sorely missed. To Judge Aleman's husband, we am so very sorry for your loss. Be comforted in the thought that your wife touched many of us in the legal community.... Thank you for sharing her with us. Warmest thoughts,
December 3, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Grace Boston
December 3, 2010
My thoughts are with her family. Judge Aleman was a commanding presence and a good person. I was in her court on a family matter and was impressed by her professionalism.
Nathan Adams
December 3, 2010
Heather and I deeply loved and respected Judge Aleman. Her loss is also our community, state's, college's and family's loss. We are at once saddened by news of her death, but confident that she is now in the presence of Jesus Christ whom she loved.
R Taylor
December 3, 2010
I did not know this lady but I pray for her and her family. Such a great loss! God Bless
Adriana Alcalde
December 3, 2010
I was a prosecutor in Judge Aleman's courtroom. She was a fair and tough judge and I learned much from her. I feel fortunate to have been able to practice in front of her. Judge Aleman you will be missed.
Jeanette Robinson
December 3, 2010
I will miss you cousin! You were quite an inspiration. I pray Omar that you find some peace. I'm sorry I will not be coming down from Michigan for the funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the Smith family.
December 3, 2010
My sincere condolences to the family. Rest in peace Judge Aleman.
Rhoda Sokoloff
Rhiannon Acevedo
December 3, 2010
It was an honor and a privledge working as Judge Aleman's In-court Clerk. She was a woman of integrity, wisdom, and godliness. She stood for the Lord at all times, and never compromised. In the face of adversity and trials, she lived her life humbly before the Lord with praise and thanksgiving. Im so grateful God allowed me to work with her for 4 years, and witness a true woman of God who lived out her faith daily.
Though I am saddened at the pain and grief of the loved ones she has left behind, my heart rejoices because she is absent from the body and now present with the Lord....
Laura Seidman
December 2, 2010
I knew Cheryl for nine years and was always so impressed with the strength she exhibited in her faith. I was deeply touched when she and Omar sent me a book and a note while I was dealing with cancer. I only wish that I knew about her struggle in time to do the same for her. She handled everything with such dignity. I know that she is with her Lord and Savior and finally at peace. We will miss you, Cheryl.
Bill Ferrell
December 2, 2010
It seems’ like it was just a few months ago that Judge Aleman and Omar were both speaking at our Law Enforcement Ministry at Calvary Chapel…
She was full of energy and was very encouraging as she spoke to us about her faith and the relationship she had with GOD…
Omar GOD BLESS you and yes, Judge Aleman you will be missed
Retired LT. FHP
Bill Ferrell
Claudia Ritter / JA
December 2, 2010
She was a very kind person, excellent boss. I will miss her deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Renee Smith
December 2, 2010
my thoughts and prayers for the family.
TJ Bethel
December 2, 2010
I pray for comfort for the family.
And peace that we in Christ will see you again.
James Walsh
December 2, 2010
I only worked with Judge Aleman as a Court Deputy a few times but found her to be intelligent, warm and a gracious lady. May she rest in peace.
Patty Bergman
December 2, 2010
I was so sorry to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
Steven Leigh
December 2, 2010
Dear Aleman Family- I do send to you my sincere condolences. I work here at the courthouse and knew the judge as a professional. She was a fine person.
Tracy Newmark
December 2, 2010
It is always sad when someone so young leaves this world too soon. She is at peace now.
December 2, 2010
Rest In Peace Your Honor.
SS
December 2, 2010
Rest in peace Judge A, you will be missed!
Sharon Marks
December 2, 2010
May her family be comforted in the knowledge of the lives she helped and the good she has done for us all.
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