Clarence Cordova – Dry Creek Rancheria Pomo Indian

Clarence Cordova passed away peacefully at home in Santa Rosa on
Jan. 11, 2008 with his family by his bedside. He was 85 years old.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty years, Aura
L. Cordova. Loving father of Rick C. Cordova and his wife Robin,
Lannie C. Cordova, Sr. and his wife Felecia, Terri L. Martinez and
her husband Andy, Gary R. Cordova and his companion Kali, Barry M.
Cordova and his wife Valerie, all of Santa Rosa. He is the adored
PaPa of 16 grandchildren, 13 great-grand children, and six
step-grand children. Loving uncle of numerous nieces and nephews.
Clarence was born May 23, 1922 on Dry Creek Rancheria in
Geyserville, CA and became a Senior Elder of the Dry Creek
Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians. Clarence took great pride in his
family and he and his wife loved watching their children and
grandchildren play sports. Clarence carried himself with class and
style and was always dressed to the nines. He always had to have
the best and was admired by all. Clarence was the perfect example
of a true father figure, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He was
always there for you. He was tough but could be soft and gentle. He
was full of compassion, kindness and understanding. Family and
friends are invited to attend a funeral service at 11 a.m. on
Thursday, Jan. 17 at Daniels Chapel of the Roses, 1225 Sonoma Ave.,
Santa Rosa, CA. A visitation was held from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday,
Jan. 16, also at the Funeral Home. Interment at Santa Rosa Memorial
Park. If desired, donations in his memory may be made to Memorial
Hospice, 821 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401.