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Former MHS Counselor Passes: Matilda Torres (69)

MADERA - Matilda “Tini” Torres passed away on Good Friday, April 3, 2015. She was born on May 17, 1945 in Madera, CA where she resided for all her life. She attended California State University, Fresno, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree. She then proceeded to earn her teaching and counseling credentials. She began her career as a teacher and then transitioned into her counseling role at Madera High School where she worked for over 37 years.

She was a faithful parishioner of St. Joachim’s Catholic Church. Matilda was a longtime leading member of the Latinas Unidas, a charter member of AMAE, and a member and supporter of other organizations dedicated to the support and education of Latinos and other minorities. She spent most of her time caring for others in need, celebrating life with her family, and tending to her beautiful gardens.

Matilda was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Francisco and Antonia Verdu. Matilda is survived by her loving husband George Torres; four sisters, Marta Gutierrez, Celma Chavira, Blanca Heredia and Mary Ann Verdu-Olvera; niece Elizabeth Alarcon; son Steven Torres and his wife Pada; daughter Silvia Chenault and her husband Garrett; and grandson Joshua Chenault.

The Vigil will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Joachim Church. Praying of the Rosary to follow at 4:00 p.m. at St. Joachim Catholic Church.

The Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 10, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joachim Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will be at Arbor Vitae Cemetery, Madera, CA.

Remembrances may be made to Latinas Unidas, 1625 Howard Rd., Box 240, Madera, CA 93637.