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MANUEL (SONNY) I. CORDOVA JR.
Date of Passing: Jun 15, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMANUEL (SONNY) I.
CORDOVA JR.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Manuel “Sonny” I. Cordova Jr. on Saturday June 15, 2024, at Riverview Health Centre at the age of 77 years.
He was predeceased by his parents, Manuel Vidal Cordova, Sr., and Fe Inzon Cordova; and his sisters, Ma. Aurora C. Orticio (Fred) and Josefina Cordova. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Evangeline; his son, Vince (Maricris); his daughters, Jacqueline (boyfriend Seong Min), and Katherine (Simon); granddaughter, Alyssa; his sisters, Ma. Elena C. Alvarado (Wilfredo – deceased) and Ma. Theresa C. Ignacio (Alfredo); brother, Nereo I. Cordova; and many of his cousins, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, and grandnieces.
Manuel was born in Putiao, Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines on October 15, 1946. He attended the University of Santo Tomas in Manila and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in April 1969. In 1975, he immigrated to Canada and decided to settle permanently in Winnipeg. In 1978, he married Evangeline in the Philippines; after which, they flew back to Winnipeg to start a family. Manuel completed the structural/architectural drafting program at Red River Community College and graduated with honours in June 1994. He worked at Motor Coach Industries (MCI) as a designer for 24 years until his retirement.
Manuel enjoyed traveling, watching golf, reading, playing the piano and bass guitar. He was an active parishioner at St. Emile Catholic Church and participated in fundraising events. But a diagnosis of ALS in May 2020 forced him to slow down on his activities.
Lamay will be held on Friday June 28 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home (455 Lagimodiere Blvd.) from 7:00 to 11:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday June 29 at St. Emile Catholic Church (556 St. Anne’s Rd) at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Glen Lawn Cemetery.
The Cordova family wishes to extend their appreciation to the following: Suzette Vinci-Irwin, case coordinator; Alanna Whitley and Penny Mitchell from the Respiratory Unit of Health Sciences Centre; Diana Rasmussen and Angela Hallam of the ALS society; Gemma, Ted, and the rest of the staff of 2 East at Riverview Health Centre; Eva San Gabriel of St. Gabriel Health Agency; and Tess McCallum.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 22, 2024, Jun 22, 2024
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Our sincerest condolence to you Vangie and your whole family for the passing of our dear Sonny. He was spiritually prepared to be with Our Lord for eternity, May Our Lord fill your hearts with His love, comfort, and peace during your times of grief and sorrow. - Posted by: Chato Calderon (Cousin) on: Jun 30, 2024
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Our sincerest condolence to you Vangie and your whole family for the passing of our dear Sonny. He was spiritually prepared to be with Our Lord for eternity, May Our Lord fill your hearts with His love, comfort, and peace during your times of grief and sorrow. - Posted by: Chato Calderon (Cousin) on: Jun 30, 2024
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Our condolences to the entire Cordova Family. Tito Sonny will be sincerely missed. We had the honour of volunteering with Tito Sonny as part of St. Emile Music Ministry. He was very dedicated in serving the parish and his love of music was positively unwavering. We also witnessed and experienced his love and commitment towards his family and loved ones. Rest in peace, Tito Sonny. - Posted by: Meycee Kalaw-Crevier (Family Friend) on: Jun 28, 2024
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Ate Vangie and family - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you mourn the loss of Kuya Sonny. It was a joy and pleasure working with Kuya Sonny during our fund raising at St. Emile Parish. He always has that smile and easy going personality every time we met him. - Posted by: Mayra and Gaspar Alejo (friend and co parishioner at St. Emile Parish) on: Jun 27, 2024
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I had the opportunity to work with Manuel. Our condolences to the family. He is now beside to our God and will take care of all you. - Posted by: Alvaro Lazcano (Friend) on: Jun 27, 2024
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With deepest condolences dear Ate Vangie, Vince, Alyssa, Trixie, Jackie & your spouses. Sending much love & prayers for comfort & strength in your time of mourning🙏🏻 - Posted by: Leoi Velez (Cousin) on: Jun 23, 2024
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We offer our condolences to Vangie and her family on the passing of Sonny. May the soul of Sonny rest in peace. - Posted by: Jun and Gina Infante (Cousin) on: Jun 23, 2024
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Sonny was a gentle soul, very kind and engaging. I knew him as a loving husband, father and grandfather and son-in-law. A devoted Christian. We had the pleasure of his company on many occasions from his wedding day to my cousin Vangie, through the years, including his trip to the U.K. to make a final visit to my Mom. We had many FaceTime calls too. He was a very brave warrior facing a horrible ailment but never wavered in his love for his family and God. He will surely be missed and I send the deepest sympathies of my family to dear Vangie, Vince, Jackie and Catherine. With much love, Ditas and Duncan - Posted by: Ditas Pring (Cousin of wife Evangeline ) on: Jun 23, 2024
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I have known Sonny way back in the Philippines when he was still courting Vangie. Vangie and I were roommates in the dorm for 4 years. I have known Sonny as a good, caring and gentle person. He has a strong faith in God. He visited us 2x here in Kentucky with his family and Sonny has not changed a bit, good and faithful husband, caring father and a good friend. We will miss him dearly. Our sincere condolences to Vangie and family. May Sonny Rest in Peace and enjoy eternal bliss! Love, Jun and Vicky Baula - Posted by: Victoria M. Baula (Friend ) on: Jun 22, 2024
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Dear Vangie, Ramon & I are condoling with you and the whole family. We pray God’s grace be upon you all. - Posted by: Elizabeth C. Allado (Cousin) on: Jun 22, 2024
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Sonny was such happy person and always had a smile when meeting for occasions and outings. Sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. - Posted by: Karen Stelma (Family friend) on: Jun 22, 2024
