Cordelia passed away in the company of her family on November 13, 2013. Born in New Mexico on May 26, 1924. Cordelia was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Joseph. Mother to Keith Pusateri (Dianne) and Jacki Manzoni (Bruce). Grandmother to Sandra Pusateri and Brianne Pusateri. Great grandmother to Elijah Pusateri. Born into a large family, Cordy spent her early years picking pine nuts in New Mexico with her siblings. In her late teens, she moved to California, where she began her working career. It was here that she met her adoring husband, Joe. They later settled in Santa Clara, Ca, where they raised their family. Always the social butterfly, her family was the highest priority, regularly having large dinners with plenty of leftovers. Upon her retirement from retail, she devoted all her energy to her children, grandchildren, and great grandson. Memorial service 11/18 at 2 pm at St. Justins. 2655 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara.
