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Valice Jean Redden Raffi

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Birth	:	12 Nov 1947 Norfolk, Norfolk City, Virginia, USA
Death	:	14 Nov 2020 Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, New Mexico, USA
Burial	:	Highland Home Cemetery, Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.9331017, -98.7341995
Plot	:	F-10-90-2
Inscription	:	Valice Jean Raffi
Description	:	Las Cruces - Gifted and well-known Artist,Valice Raffi departed bravely and with grace as cancer overcame her at her home in Las Cruces, New Mexico on November 14, 2020. She was born Valice Jean Redden on November 12, 1947 in Norfolk, Virginia. Valice brought happiness to her parents Clarence Blount Redden and Eleanor Harriet Lueck and friendship to her two brothers Dave and Jerry. The family moved to Fargo, North Dakota then to Tiburon, California. Valice was born with a love of reading and was drawn to the arts from a young age. She was a standout in... Read More	Las Cruces - Gifted and well-known Artist,Valice Raffi departed bravely and with grace as cancer overcame her at her home in Las Cruces, New Mexico on November 14, 2020. She was born Valice Jean Redden on November 12, 1947 in Norfolk, Virginia. Valice brought happiness to her parents Clarence Blount Redden and Eleanor Harriet Lueck and friendship to her two brothers Dave and Jerry. The family moved to Fargo, North Dakota then to Tiburon, California. Valice was born with a love of reading and was drawn to the arts from a young age. She was a standout in plays and majored in theater in college. In 1968, she married Michael Mills and they welcomed a son, Makin. In 1976, she married Dave Raffi and became step mother to his two daughters, Lisa and Angela. They lived in Petaluma, California. Valice was able to share her love of cooking, delicious recipes and mastery of pastry at their Farmhouse Restaurant. In 1987, she moved to Sacramento, California and worked for the film industry. It was during this time, that she became inspired to become an artist. She began working with clay. Born with an innate confidence, she put faith into her instincts and began her life as an artist. After an extended road trip, she became fascinated by petroglyphs. She began Archaeological work documenting and using them for concepts in her art. She taught at many schools, State Prisons, and Women's Facilities. Sharing her inspiration and gift of creativity for change and healing. In 2004, Valice followed her heart to the desert and moved to Las Cruces, New Mexico. She continued to teach and create in her own Blue Moon Studio. Working with clay and mixed mediums creating 3D sculptures, medicine vessels and many original pieces. Her art has been displayed in numerous shows and museums. Valice suffered through a stroke and aneurysm leaving her with Aphasia. This never stopped her optimistic, and carefree spirit. Valice gave back to her community with her work as a Master Gardener volunteer in Las Cruces. In her free time, Valice worked tirelessly on find-a-grave, often traveling great distances. She also worked on ancestry projects. Helping anyone who asked. Valice is preceded in death by her son, Makin Raffi. Valice is survived by her step-daughter, Lisa Raffi. Her brothers, Dave Redden and Jerry Redden. Grandchildren, Jacob Wichmann, Nickolas Wichmann, Kai Campbell and Noah Campbell. Numerous family, nieces, nephews and many friends. Valice was kind, intuitive and above all, honest. She leaves behind beautiful art and countless hours of genealogy work. The most beautiful lesson she leaves us all with is to follow our bliss, with the belief that universe will provide the rest.

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Valice Jean Redden Raffi's memorial is located at: Highland Home Cemetery, Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA.
When did Valice Jean Redden Raffi death?
Valice Jean Redden Raffi death on 14 Nov 2020 in Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, New Mexico, USA
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Latitude: 46.9331017
Longitude: -98.7341995

Family Members:

Parent

Eleanor Harriet Lueck Harder

(1923 - 1970)

Children

Makin Michael Conan Mills Raffi

(1970 - 2015)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Highland Home Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.9331017, -98.7341995

2. McGinnis Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.9202995, -98.7244034

3. Sunset Memorial Gardens
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Coordinate: 46.9486008, -98.6932983

4. Calvary Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.8913994, -98.7332993

5. Jamestown State Hospital Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.8717400, -98.6830000

6. Old Jamestown State Hospital Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.8685034, -98.6829357

7. Eldridge Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9211006, -98.8617020

8. Sacred Heart Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.0448840, -98.6573350

9. Saint Margaret Mary Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.0662910, -98.8232060

10. Buchanan Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.0662900, -98.8237100

11. Spiritwood Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9219017, -98.5014038

12. Valley Cemetery
Ypsilanti, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7765390, -98.5642450

13. Saint Paulines Cemetery
Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8925018, -99.0307999

14. German Zion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery
Courtenay, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1391983, -98.6350021

15. Saint Huberts Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7042007, -98.5864029

16. Brown Family Cemetery
Sharlow, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7036970, -98.8810780

17. Bethany Prairie Cemetery
Wimbledon, Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0720550, -98.4068740

18. Montpelier Lutheran Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6964000, -98.5650000

19. Rest Cemetery
Pingree, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1685982, -98.9096985

20. Montpelier Community Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6885830, -98.5867000

21. Cleveland Cemetery
Cleveland, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8913190, -99.1317110

22. Deer Lake Cemetery
Pingree, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1056540, -99.0595810

23. Saint Marys Cemetery
Courtenay, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.2181015, -98.6369019

24. Saint Pauls Lutheran Cemetery
Kensal, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.2258110, -98.7646170