Pauline Busher Cordova

1931 ∼ 2013

Pauline Busher Cordova

Pauline Busher Cordova, 81, of Orange passed away Saturday, January 26, 2013, at Mid-Jefferson Hospital in Port Arthur.

Gathering of family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 28, 2013, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Funeral Services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Zwolle, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Old Spanish Mission of Grady Hill Cemetery in Zwolle, Louisiana.

Born in Zwolle, Louisiana, on September 6, 1931, Pauline was the daughter of Sam L. Busher, Sr. and Pearl Torres English. Pauline was known as "Momma" to a lot of people and she made quilts for her family. She was the best mother, grandmother and great-grandmother anyone could ever ask for.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gilbert James Cordova; and brothers, Sam and Johnny Busher.

Pauline is survived by her children and their spouses, Patricia and Paul Clark of Conroe, Michael and Debby Cordova of Orange, Paulette and Don Thomas of Orange, Sandra and Wayne Courville of Cashion, Oklahoma and John and Josie Cordova of Mauriceville. She is also survived by her eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and families; and also her step-father, Tom English of Jennings, Louisiana.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Kevin Cordova, Kelly Joe Cordova, Brian Clark, Jeff Clark, Logan Lewis, Justin Cordova, Luke Cordova and Nathan Courville. Honorary Pallbearers will be James Cooksey, Haiden Clark, Will Brookey, Coy Cooksey and Ben Orta.

Condolences

Anonymous February 3, 2013
To my cousins, their children, and grandchildren. God welcomed a very special angel when Aunt Pauline entered the gates of Heaven. She touched so many and left us all with many memories and her very special love. I loved her stories and hope that I can##imported-begin##Julie Risinger##imported-end##
Anonymous January 30, 2013
I'm very sorry for your loss. I pray the Lord will give you peace during this time of loss.##imported-begin##Debbie Smith Britnell##imported-end##
Anonymous January 29, 2013
Paulette and Family,All of you are in our prayers. I know it hurts so bad now. But she is in a much better place,no more pain. I promise that the hurt will ease. We have them close always in our hearts and memories. Also the comfort that we will see our L##imported-begin##Joel Randy Lawson ##imported-end##
Anonymous January 29, 2013
To the Cordova Family: I am sorry for your loss. She was an incredible person and will be terribly missed. I will continue to keep her in my prayers. God Bless!! Stephanie Tran##imported-begin##Stephanie Tran##imported-end##
Anonymous January 29, 2013
Aunt Pauline loved well and was well loved in return. She had a ready smile and a warmth that always made you feel at ease in her company. I am so sorry for the family's immense loss and yet happy to know that her cares and pain are over. God bless and c##imported-begin##Judy Cordova##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Wayne, I'm sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.##imported-begin##Kathy Jeffers##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
We are saddened to hear of your loss. May she rest in peace. We are praying for ya'll.##imported-begin##Robert,Kesha,Kiley,Kristina Boyd##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Wayne and Sandra, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God comfort you. Let us know if you need anything.##imported-begin##Gary and Lesa Shriver##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Wayne and Family I Pray your strength in the Lord; during this time, may his love and comfort keep you. God Bless You LaTrese##imported-begin##LaTrese Gildon##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Sandra and Wayne, you are in my prayers for strength and peace. Lifting up your families as well. God Bless, Karen Johnson##imported-begin##Karen Johnson##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Sandra - I am so sorry to hear about your mom. May God above give you the comfort and peace you need at this time. Praying.##imported-begin##Linda Lindley##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
May God's grace be with your family during this difficult time.##imported-begin##Lance Musgrave##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Our condolences to you and your family. I will miss Mawmaw Cordova's laugh and smile. May our sympathy give you peace and healing.##imported-begin##Franny and Kevin McKnight##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Sandra I'm sorry to hear about your Mom...she was a sweet lady. I hope to see you tonight if I can get out of my class early enough.##imported-begin##June Johnson##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Aunt Pauline was one of the sweetest ladies one could ever meet. Loved this lady and will be dearly missed.##imported-begin##John Martinez##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
THE WORLD LOST SOME OF IT'S SPARKLE TODAY AND HEAVEN GLOWS BRIGHTER FOR IT......such a treasured Aunt and family member...we were all blessed by her presence and will never forget her kindness..Much love to you all....Binky,Aunt Wanda and Ed, Bryan and Ju##imported-begin##The Joseph Cordova Family Sonyboy##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Well, this is gonna take minute. The love you have for your family, there is no end. The way you loved is so pure and spiritual. We will miss your smile, your laugh and all of your stories. LOVE YOU FOREVER MAWMAW.##imported-begin##Benjamin Orta##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
How the angels must be rejoicing to have you join them, Aunt Pauline. Mom went there recently, so please give her hugs & kisses from us kids. You will be missed and loved always. Your sweet sweet heart and smile will never be forgotten. So glad we got t##imported-begin##Ken, Tonya, & RJ Castleman##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Aunt Pauline was a great help to me when I lived in Buna TX a long time ago with my first child, Joseph. I would go over to her house for company with Joseph and she would tell me stories of her youth. She was a great storyteller and kept me from being ##imported-begin##Lori, Joseph, Caitlin, Meagan, and Lauren Cordova##imported-end##
Anonymous January 28, 2013
Mike, I'm so sorry for you and your entire family's loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.##imported-begin##Debbi Bailey##imported-end##
Anonymous January 27, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Cordova family. Your mother always had a smile on her face and friendly to all. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you in this difficult time.##imported-begin##Mary Barrientos Hughes##imported-end##
Anonymous January 27, 2013
My Aunt Pauline was the "storyteller" in our Cordova Family. Her memory will live on for years to come. She has touched 5 generations in her lifetime. There will be one empty rocking chair at the Cordova Family Reunion. All of her family love this special##imported-begin##Charlotte Ashmore##imported-end##
Anonymous January 27, 2013
Our condolences to the family, you are in our prayers.##imported-begin##George & Charlotte Black##imported-end##
Anonymous January 27, 2013
John, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I had the pleasure of meeting her once and it was easy to tell that she was a wonderful person. God bless you and your family.##imported-begin##Gerald and Terry Addison##imported-end##
Anonymous January 27, 2013
It is with great sadness I send my deepest heartfelt condolences to all the Cordova family, friends, and loved ones. Mawmaw was on my mind yesterday and I was thinking I really need to go to Orange and visit. I am so thankful I called and she and I talked##imported-begin##Nathan Merritt##imported-end##