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Armida Valverde Obituary

Valverde, Armida "Pola"
81, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on February 18, 2009. Our Mom was born in Miami, AZ on January 26, 1928. Pola, a devout Catholic, the eternal positive force of our family, loved everyone in the Lord and was very charitable. She celebrated life to the fullest, loved to dance & cook for everyone. She was an active spokesperson for women in the Church. Pola is survived by Deacon George Valverde, her husband of 61 years, 8 children; George Jr., David, Miguel, Suzanne, Loraine, Paul, Joseph and Felicia, 19 Grandchildren and 6 great Grandchildren. Visitation: Friday February 20, 2009 from 6 - 9 pm with a Rosary service at 7:30 pm at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N 59th Ave Glendale, AZ. (623) 247-1111. Funeral Mass will be Saturday February 21, 2009 at 9 am at St Jerome's Catholic Church, 10815 N 35th Ave Phx, AZ. Procession to St Francis Cemetery, 2033 N 48th St Phx, AZ. Donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Feb. 20, 2009.

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Joyce Tener

February 26, 2009

Dear George and all the family,
I shall never forget my lovely friend Pola. Met her first at a Fall Festival at St. Simon & Jude many years ago. And enjoyed the gift shop there so much because she did such a good job with it. But the most vivid and God gifting memory I have of her is the time we spent help Mary Feist on her way to heaven. July 2006 we were at lunch at Az Eastern Star with Mary just six weeks before she passed. Thank you, so much for the time Pola spent with me at St Jerome's as we renagades prayed the Mass on Sundays. God ease our loss. Joyce Tener

Lupe Tristan & Delatrinidad Family

February 24, 2009

To Deacon George & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your lovely wife and mother. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

The Roberts Family

February 22, 2009

To the Valverde Family: We are sorry to hear for your loss and hope that all of the happy memories with Pola can get you through this difficult time.

Francine Cetta

February 20, 2009

To the Valverde family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Pola, I know what a wonderful wife,mother,grandmother and lady she was.
The memories will never die and the love will always remain, it is the spirit that is released, but I know you will feel it in every breath you take.She is among all the other angels.
All my love and prayers are with you.

Deacon Joe & Esther Shinske

February 20, 2009

Dear Deacon George and Family,
May our Lord grant Pola eternal glory and bless you with His peace.

Rod Brashear

February 20, 2009

Joe,

I remember your family and of course your mother as a wonderful lady to be around. She was always welcoming to me after school (Ocotillo) when we rode our bikes to your house, across the field of antennas, to hang out. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Cecily Dillard

February 20, 2009

My heart goes out to all of you, my extended family. May God bless you and raise you up during this difficult time.
Love, Cecily

Melinda Brashear

February 20, 2009

Joe and family,

Our thoughts are with you at this time. Let us know if we can do anything for you.

Rod, Melinda, and Jake Brashear

Delia Robles

February 20, 2009

Valverde Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Keep the fond memories of Pola in your hearts always and find comfort in them. God Bless you all.

Delia Robles

Michelle See

February 20, 2009

Sue,
My thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss..

Loretta Lazar

February 20, 2009

Sue & family, I am so sorry for your loss. My mother is also 81 years old and I cherish each day God gives us with her. May you find peace and joy in your memories of your beautiful mother. Love, Loretta Lazar & family

Lynn Miller

February 20, 2009

Sue and family, I am so sorry about your loss. You are in my thoughts and my prayers. May the peace and grace of the Lord be with all of you at this time.

Angelita Florez

February 20, 2009

To my Friend Sue,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how much you love & will miss your mom. May God watch over you and your family at this time. You and your family are in my prayers. May your mom rest in peace. Love ya.

Mary & Dave Thompson

February 20, 2009

Dear Valverde's & Family:

I wish all of you peace in knowing that Pola lived a good, long and happy life surrounded by family and dear friends.

Her religion kept her strong in difficult times and filled with joy in good. The example she set produced fine children and a part of her will live for generations to come.

Our condolences.

Mike Johnson

February 20, 2009

Miguel my prayers go out to you and your family. Decolores, Hermano

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