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Kathleen Collins Cordero, 50, of Roanoke, Virginia passed away on July 20th, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Nelson Rivera and Evelyn Carrasquillo.
Kathleen was born on November 2, 1974, in Camden, New Jersey.
She was a very loving home health aide, wife, mother to her kids, mother to bear, our pitty baby boy. She loved music and dancing. Her favorite music was salsa and bachata. She loved God very much!
Kathleen is survived by Virginia Cordero; five children; four siblings and many loving friends in the community.
A memorial service will be held on July 26, 2025, from 12pm-9pm at the family's residence.
Tharp Funeral Home, Roanoke is assisting the family.
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3100 Peters Creek Rd Ste E, Roanoke, VA 24019
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