Celebration of life









algernon Valbemar flaburo
"Uunn"" or '"obo"
| ugust 18, 1915 april 8, 1997

funeral Serbite
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St. Ebomas, M..M. .

fritba, XIpril 18, 1997
10:00 a.m.
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Sutvivots


Wife.......................................................... Altagracia 'Gracie" Maduro
Daughters ................................ Miranda Richardson, Phyllis Maduro,
Eleanor Hart, Delores Vanterpool
Sons ... ................................................................James Maduro, Sr.,
Glen Maduro, Sr., Angel Vanterpool
Sisters............................ Ruby Norman, Elaine Walters, lone Walters,
Mavis George, Rita Emanuel, Blanche Emanuel
Brother......................................................................... Elbert M aduro
Sisters-In-Law ................................................................... Rita Forbes,
Rosalia Burgin, EdithDaniel
Grandchildren ...................... Desiree Richardson, Dawn,Richardson,
Darin Richardson, Dana Richardson, Dietra Richardson,
Adrien Huggins, Andre Huggins, Andrew Huggins,
Micka Hart, Nicole Williams, William Schouten, Alda Maduro-Kanu,
Dwayne V. Maduro, DeReese Maduro-Allister, Byron Maduro,
Germaine Maduro, Shenell Maduro, Glen Maduro, Jr.,
Greg Maduro, Gary Maduro, Gail Maduro.
Great Grandchildren ........................................... Twenty-six (26)
Special Friends ............... Alexis Joseph, Charles Kean, Oscar Henry,
Eileen "Ms. J" Jackson, Ruth Dennery





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Adrien Huggins /John Gimenez /James Maduro, Jr. / Glen Maduro, Sr.
Angel Vanterpool / Darin Richardson / Byron Maduro / William Schouten

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Dana Richardson /James Maduro, Sr., / Randolph Raymo / Leroy
Jackson Jr. / Dwayne Maduro / Bernard Phillips / Glen Maduro Jr.,
Andrew Huggins / Gary Maduro / Andre Huggins / Gregg Maduro
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O'dec Of Scevice


MIUICAL PRELUIDE
EULOGY ....................................................... Eileen "Ms. J." Jackson
THE BURIAL OF TIE DEAD) ................................................ Page 491
THE CouLE ................................................................... Page 493
HYMN ................................................................ A Mighty Fortress
L SS N ...................................................................... Isaiah 61: 1-3
Germaine Maduro
PSALIM 121 ...................................................................... Page 779
THE EristE ................................... Romans 8:14-19, 34-35, 37-39
Rev. Rosalie Norman McNaney
H N ........................................... Now the Laborer's Task is O'er
THE GOSP .................................................................. John 14:1-6
T'lE LHOMILY ................................... Rev. Marshall Esty Denkinger
IIYN ............................................. Precious Lord Take My I land
AIOSm ES' CREE ............................................................... Page 496
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE .................................................... Page 497
Leona Wheatley
THE PEACE .................................. ..... Page 360
OFFERTORY HYMN .................... The Day Thou Gavest Lord Is Ended
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING .............................................. Page 361
COMMUtNION HYMN ................................. I Am 'lle Bread Of Life
PoST CostMUNION COLLECT ...............................................Page 498
HYMN ........................................................ Ye Holy Angels Bright
T1iE COMMENIATION ......................................................... Page 499
HY.t ..................................................... Rejoice'llhe Lord Is King

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sulogy

Algernon, "Gunny" Maduro was born in Long Path on the
island of St.Thomas on August 18, 1915. He worked with his
father in his lumber yard for many years, and eventually took
over the business when his father died. Thereafter, Gunny pur-
sued his love of business and became bank appraiser for several
years. He worked for the Virgin Islands Government and vari-
ous private concerns during this time period.
Gunny married Altagracia LaFontaine on September 9,
1940. Their union produced three lovely children, namely,
Miranda Bianca,James Valdemar Sr., and Eleanor Eugenie. Gunny
was a vestry member of the All Saints Episcopal Church, where
he was very outspoken and often voiced his displeasure or agree-
ment on various church matters. He was a member of his be-
loved church until his death.
Algernon "Gunny" Maduro was affectionately known as
"Bobo' by his many grandchildren. He was a strong willed man
who was full of determination, zeal, and savvy. He was a stal-
wart in the Virgin Islands political arena during the tumultuous
60's and 70's. Often pensive and reflective, Gunny had a knack
of selecting positive ideas from contrasting views and incorpo-
rating them into palatable compromise. This innate ability en-
deared him to many elected and aspiring politicians, who often
passed by his house (or called) to shoot the breeze and pick up
pointers that could enhance their political careers. He contin-
ued to be a force in his community until illness overcame his
body. Though the patriarch of our family has left us in body, his
strong will, intelligence, and indelible spirit will continue to be a
beacon for all his family, friends, and associates. May you rest in
peace. We will always cherish our memories of you.

Love Eternally,
The Maduro, Richardson, Raymo, lart and George families.
















MCy Qfanny

A woman of wisdom and spirituality forever
sharing her love and imparting knowledge to
friends and loved ones.
Yes, That's my Granny.

She has now been put to rest only to enter
higher heights of peace and eternal life. Indeed,
she has been an inspirational and nourishing force
to the lives of her children and grandchildren.

Although she shall be truly missed, her words and
thoughts will continue to live on through us. A
queen, mother, an altruistic human being. Her love,
respect for life, people and her family, will never
fade ...
Yes, That's my Granny.

From all the grandchildren
by Mabel J. Maduro







COVER SYMBOL: The rewards of the
faithful in heaven above the stars are the
crown and palms of victory.