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Fermin Atencio Obituary

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Our beloved father passed away in his home on September 23, 2011. Born on February 15, 1941 in La Garita, Colorado, he has gone home to be with his beloved wife, Madeline Atencio.
Pat is survived by his children, Stephen Atencio, Lori White (David Ervin), Travis Atencio (Jessica), Joe Atencio (Janet) and Mathew Atencio; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Also survived by his siblings, Victor Atencio, Luis Atencio, Beatrice Atencio and Alex Atencio. He was preceded in death by his wife, Madeline Atencio; parents Alfonao Atencio and Maria Atencio; and siblings, Fred Atencio, Orlando Atencio and Cora Velasquez.
Viewing will be held Thursday, September 29, from 6 to 7 p.m. with a rosary service from 7 to 8 p.m., at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 So., in Sandy. Funeral Mass will be held Friday, September 30, at 9 a.m., at Saint John the Baptist Church, 11800 So. 300 E. in Draper, where friends and family may visit from 8:30 to 9 a.m. Procession will conclude at Larkin Sunset Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at any America First branch in Pat's name. Please leave condolences for the family at www.larkinmortuary.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Sep. 28, 2011.

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Max Lee Jr

September 29, 2011

Atencio Family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Your family has always been dear to us. Pat and Madeline will be dearly missed. Your friends always the Lee's.

Judy Curtis

September 28, 2011

To the Atencio Family,
I'm sorry to hear about your dad, it breaks my heart that you lost both parents. Just 4 months apart,but remember that they are together they were soul mates, and I'm sure that they will always be around you....

September 28, 2011

May the presence of God be with you and your families during this difficult time. Peace be with you!

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