BERRUEZO, Josephine (Fina)

Josephine "Fina" Martinez Berruezo, 84, died in her home June 8, 2007, surrounded by her immediate and extended family. Mrs. Berruezo was born on December 13, 1922, and was raised in Flagstaff. She was the fifth of seven children. She attended St. Anthony's Catholic School and Flagstaff High School. Following graduation, she worked at Ben Franklin's store located in downtown Flagstaff. She then moved to California in 1946 to be with her sister, Nella Martinez Cacicedo. She attended a Spanish picnic where she met Joseph Berruezo, a local Bay Area resident. They were married on July 13, 1947, in Richmond, Calif. She was an active member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Richmond. She was an energetic participant in parent and scout organizations. She was also a wonderful cook and an avid reader. She enjoyed the theater and was an excellent dancer. She passed on to her children an appreciation of the Spanish culture and family values. In 2004, Mrs. Berruezo and her husband returned to Flagstaff to be with family members and friends. She is survived by her loving, devoted husband of 60 years, Joseph E. Berruezo; her three children, Emilie Berruezo Rodger, Edward A. Berruezo, and Celeste Berruezo Dwyer; and four grandsons. A memorial service was at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be sent either to Northern Arizona Healthcare or an Alzheimer's organization in her name. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.norvel owensmortuary.com. Arrangements are by Norvel Owens Mortuary. Arizona Daily Sun 06/10/2007