Valentina “Corina” Bermudez
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Memorial services for Valentina “Corina” Bermudez, 82, Lawrence, will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Corina passed away on Friday, June 23, 2023 at her home surrounded by family and loved ones.
Corina was born on February 14, 1941 in Lawrence, KS, the daughter of Manuel and Mary (Jaimez) Mendoza.
She was a housewife and mother. Corina loved children and pets. She loved cooking and worked for many years at Pancho’s Mexican Restaurant in Lawrence. She volunteered at the Penn House in Lawrence.
She married Israel Bermudez on August 1, 1959, in Lawrence. He survives of the home.
Other survivors include her daughters, Julie (Robert) Lassen of McLouth, Rebecca (Dale) James of Lawrence, Lucinda (Dean Ohman) Bermudez of Lawrence, Tonya (Clark) Rials of Baldwin City, Stephanie (Steve) Freeman of Lecompton; 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; her sisters, Isabel Vargas, Ernestina Guerrero, Jenny Mendoza, Esperanza Mendoza, Gloria Ming, Maria Ming, Rita Melendez, and Anita Coyote.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Rose Carmona; her brothers Richard Mendoza, Antonio Mendoza, Reuben Mendoza, Luis Mendoza, Robert Mendoza; and her grandson, Ryan Matthew Romero.
The family will greet friends an hour prior to the service at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at the mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made in Corina’s name to Lawrence Humane Society or to VNA Hospice and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
To the Mendoza family, may she rest in peace…Mike and Rosemary Hadl
My dear Stephanie and family, I am so very very sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet mom. May you find strength in you memories. Much Love
Tracy Rose
Stephanie and family my condolences to your family!May your mom RIP
Stephanie, Lu, and family – sending you all love and prayers of comfort during this sad time – there aren’t enough words to say how sorry I am. Hold her memory close and each other closer and just know she’s without pain or sorrow now. All my love.
We miss you Corina!
Julie and girls, will be thinking of you. Sorry to read about your mom. Love Pam
Julie, Sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss Lu will be sending prayers to you and your family
Margo and Doug Johnson
Julie, Becca, Lu, Tonya, and Effie and Dad, blessings for all of you and your families. Your mother never made me go home (lol), I remember at times I would sit and talk with her or help her carry in all the groceries and laundry. Awwww the memories of Haskell Avenue. My heart is with you and may all your memories keep you smiling and happy. God Bless ~ Much love Carrie
Ladies and Israel – I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you. I remember your mother’s chili verde from Pancho’s with the fondest of memories. Sending love and peace.
Stephanie, I was so sad to hear of your momma passing. She and your family were a big part of my life, growing up. I pray for your comfort and strength during this sad time and your momma will always hold a special place in my heart. (((Hugs))) ❤
Julie, so sorry for your loss❤️
Becca and Family I’m sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. Please accept my condolences. May God continue to watch over all of you. Love you guys.