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Bertha Rose Politi, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 2003, died Tuesday, April 8, 2008 after a short illness. She is survived by her children, Mary Ann Figg, Theresa Gosselin, both of Albuquerque, Barbara Baiano and husband, John, of Staten Island, NY, and Juan Ferre of Cuba; eight grandchildren, Juliann Gosselin Higgins, John Baiano, Jr., Michelle Baiano, and Tara Mae Baiano and three loving grandsons, sons of Juan; two great- grandchildren, Ashley Taylor Higgins and Melanie Grace Gosselin; loving niece, Maria Sclafani of Staten Island; and other relatives and friends. Bertha was preceded in death by her husband, Matthew Politi; grandson, Michael Kelly; the father of her children, John Ferre; two sisters; and one brother. She was born on February 14, 1921 in Havana, Cuba to Alberto and Maria Valdez. Bertha moved to the United States at the age of 22 and settled in Brooklyn, NY. She spoke very little English but with the help of the Jewish Community in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, NY she learned English very fluently. Their love and care for her caused her to love her Jewish heritage. After her marriage to Matthew Politi in 1970, they moved to Boco Raton, FL where she remained until moving to Albuquerque to be nearer to her daughters who would care for her. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Graveside services will be held at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, Thursday, April 10, 2008, 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd NE, Suite 300, 87111. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com
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