The light of the Cordova family was blown out on November 18, 2011. Crescencio B. Cordova passed away at The Veterans Administration Hospital at the age of eighty-five.
Born July 21, 1926 in Durango, Colorado, son to Crescencio B. and Agnes Cordova. He was the youngest of twelve children.
Married Evelyn Anne Martinez; later divorced. He joined the Merchant Marines at an early age then later joined The Armed Forces, where he gloriously served our Country in World War II.
Chris was secretary during the Manhattan Project. He worked at Kennecott Copper Corporation for thirty-seven years, where he found his passion and hard work with the union.
Chris had a passion for so many things at an early age. He was a devout Democrat and union man. He was a member of; United Steelworkers Local #485, the Hispanic Democratic Caucus, Utah Immigration Project, Sociedad Mutualista Mexicana Miguel of Bingham Canyon, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, Utah Hispanic Association where he held position of Co-Chairman, Utah Seniors Legislation where he lobbied for causes to help better Utah working families, and served many years on the United Farm Workers of America Union.
He volunteered for many Democratic candidates such as Ed and Karen Mayne, Pete Suazo, and many more. Member of the ALF-CIO and was recognized for his outstanding service which he rendered to political programs, fellow unionists, our community, and our nation.
He was always a leader and many politicians spoke with respect and honor that they worked with such a great "Little Man" that had a short fuse. He spent many years at The Capital during the legislative sessions and was often first to arrive before the politicians. He will be missed by many in the political circles.
Devout member of Saint Ann's Catholic Church, where he spent Saturday afternoons praying for hours before proudly handing out prayer books. Many will miss seeing his smiling face.
Chris loved traveling with his daughter to see familia in Espanola, NM and would reminisce about taking his own father on that exact path. His roots and love he had for New Mexico was strong, however his home was in the Salt Lake Valley. He also enjoyed Sunday trips to Wendover and loved playing the slots.
He is survived by his only child Christine (Tina) Cordova who was the light of his life and "The Princess", only living sibling Mildred Romero of Albuquerque, NM, many nieces, nephews, godchildren, and many other family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, and older brothers all who were veterans.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at twelve noon on November 29, 2011 at Saint Ann Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South. A viewing will be held on Monday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. November 28, 2011 at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, with the Holy Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m.
Burial at National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Published in the Deseret News on November 27, 2011.
Born July 21, 1926 in Durango, Colorado, son to Crescencio B. and Agnes Cordova. He was the youngest of twelve children.
Married Evelyn Anne Martinez; later divorced. He joined the Merchant Marines at an early age then later joined The Armed Forces, where he gloriously served our Country in World War II.
Chris was secretary during the Manhattan Project. He worked at Kennecott Copper Corporation for thirty-seven years, where he found his passion and hard work with the union.
Chris had a passion for so many things at an early age. He was a devout Democrat and union man. He was a member of; United Steelworkers Local #485, the Hispanic Democratic Caucus, Utah Immigration Project, Sociedad Mutualista Mexicana Miguel of Bingham Canyon, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, Utah Hispanic Association where he held position of Co-Chairman, Utah Seniors Legislation where he lobbied for causes to help better Utah working families, and served many years on the United Farm Workers of America Union.
He volunteered for many Democratic candidates such as Ed and Karen Mayne, Pete Suazo, and many more. Member of the ALF-CIO and was recognized for his outstanding service which he rendered to political programs, fellow unionists, our community, and our nation.
He was always a leader and many politicians spoke with respect and honor that they worked with such a great "Little Man" that had a short fuse. He spent many years at The Capital during the legislative sessions and was often first to arrive before the politicians. He will be missed by many in the political circles.
Devout member of Saint Ann's Catholic Church, where he spent Saturday afternoons praying for hours before proudly handing out prayer books. Many will miss seeing his smiling face.
Chris loved traveling with his daughter to see familia in Espanola, NM and would reminisce about taking his own father on that exact path. His roots and love he had for New Mexico was strong, however his home was in the Salt Lake Valley. He also enjoyed Sunday trips to Wendover and loved playing the slots.
He is survived by his only child Christine (Tina) Cordova who was the light of his life and "The Princess", only living sibling Mildred Romero of Albuquerque, NM, many nieces, nephews, godchildren, and many other family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, and older brothers all who were veterans.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at twelve noon on November 29, 2011 at Saint Ann Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South. A viewing will be held on Monday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. November 28, 2011 at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, with the Holy Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m.
Burial at National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Published in the Deseret News on November 27, 2011.
The light of the Cordova family was blown out on November 18, 2011. Crescencio B. Cordova passed away at The Veterans Administration Hospital at the age of eighty-five.
Born July 21, 1926 in Durango, Colorado, son to Crescencio B. and Agnes Cordova. He was the youngest of twelve children.
Married Evelyn Anne Martinez; later divorced. He joined the Merchant Marines at an early age then later joined The Armed Forces, where he gloriously served our Country in World War II.
Chris was secretary during the Manhattan Project. He worked at Kennecott Copper Corporation for thirty-seven years, where he found his passion and hard work with the union.
Chris had a passion for so many things at an early age. He was a devout Democrat and union man. He was a member of; United Steelworkers Local #485, the Hispanic Democratic Caucus, Utah Immigration Project, Sociedad Mutualista Mexicana Miguel of Bingham Canyon, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, Utah Hispanic Association where he held position of Co-Chairman, Utah Seniors Legislation where he lobbied for causes to help better Utah working families, and served many years on the United Farm Workers of America Union.
He volunteered for many Democratic candidates such as Ed and Karen Mayne, Pete Suazo, and many more. Member of the ALF-CIO and was recognized for his outstanding service which he rendered to political programs, fellow unionists, our community, and our nation.
He was always a leader and many politicians spoke with respect and honor that they worked with such a great "Little Man" that had a short fuse. He spent many years at The Capital during the legislative sessions and was often first to arrive before the politicians. He will be missed by many in the political circles.
Devout member of Saint Ann's Catholic Church, where he spent Saturday afternoons praying for hours before proudly handing out prayer books. Many will miss seeing his smiling face.
Chris loved traveling with his daughter to see familia in Espanola, NM and would reminisce about taking his own father on that exact path. His roots and love he had for New Mexico was strong, however his home was in the Salt Lake Valley. He also enjoyed Sunday trips to Wendover and loved playing the slots.
He is survived by his only child Christine (Tina) Cordova who was the light of his life and "The Princess", only living sibling Mildred Romero of Albuquerque, NM, many nieces, nephews, godchildren, and many other family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, and older brothers all who were veterans.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at twelve noon on November 29, 2011 at Saint Ann Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South. A viewing will be held on Monday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. November 28, 2011 at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, with the Holy Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m.
Burial at National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Published in the Deseret News on November 27, 2011.
Born July 21, 1926 in Durango, Colorado, son to Crescencio B. and Agnes Cordova. He was the youngest of twelve children.
Married Evelyn Anne Martinez; later divorced. He joined the Merchant Marines at an early age then later joined The Armed Forces, where he gloriously served our Country in World War II.
Chris was secretary during the Manhattan Project. He worked at Kennecott Copper Corporation for thirty-seven years, where he found his passion and hard work with the union.
Chris had a passion for so many things at an early age. He was a devout Democrat and union man. He was a member of; United Steelworkers Local #485, the Hispanic Democratic Caucus, Utah Immigration Project, Sociedad Mutualista Mexicana Miguel of Bingham Canyon, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, Utah Hispanic Association where he held position of Co-Chairman, Utah Seniors Legislation where he lobbied for causes to help better Utah working families, and served many years on the United Farm Workers of America Union.
He volunteered for many Democratic candidates such as Ed and Karen Mayne, Pete Suazo, and many more. Member of the ALF-CIO and was recognized for his outstanding service which he rendered to political programs, fellow unionists, our community, and our nation.
He was always a leader and many politicians spoke with respect and honor that they worked with such a great "Little Man" that had a short fuse. He spent many years at The Capital during the legislative sessions and was often first to arrive before the politicians. He will be missed by many in the political circles.
Devout member of Saint Ann's Catholic Church, where he spent Saturday afternoons praying for hours before proudly handing out prayer books. Many will miss seeing his smiling face.
Chris loved traveling with his daughter to see familia in Espanola, NM and would reminisce about taking his own father on that exact path. His roots and love he had for New Mexico was strong, however his home was in the Salt Lake Valley. He also enjoyed Sunday trips to Wendover and loved playing the slots.
He is survived by his only child Christine (Tina) Cordova who was the light of his life and "The Princess", only living sibling Mildred Romero of Albuquerque, NM, many nieces, nephews, godchildren, and many other family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, and older brothers all who were veterans.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at twelve noon on November 29, 2011 at Saint Ann Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South. A viewing will be held on Monday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. November 28, 2011 at the Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, with the Holy Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m.
Burial at National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Published in the Deseret News on November 27, 2011.
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