

She was born to Ireneo and Victoria Cortez on February 18, 1956. Bernadette immigrated to the US in 1981 with her husband, Ricardo Roque. Together, they had 3 children: Victor, Samantha, and Oliver.
Bernadette worked her way up to being a successful business owner and her own boss in Virginia. She loved her work as an accountant, managing the books for multiple local businesses and regularly used her skills to help family and friends with their taxes and offered financial guidance. Her kindness and giving heart shined the brightest in the many people she helped become self-sufficient and those she helped petition to immigrate to the US, including 4 of her 8 siblings and their families.
In addition to being a caring wife and mother, Bernadette was a loving “Lola” to 4 granddaughters (Josephine, Lilly, Olivia, and Rielle) and dedicated companion to her youngest sister, Madelene. Bernadette led a devout life of generosity and compassion and leaves behind a legacy of building a loving family and strong friendships. For those wishing to honor Bernadette’s life, the family asks that you please post any photos and memories to her online obituary.
Visitations will be held Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
A Mass of Catholic Burial will be Friday, March 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM at St Nicholas Catholic Church, 712 Little Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452. A graveside service and reception to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, 6309 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, Virginia 23502.
Friends may offer condolences at www.kellumfuneralhome.com
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