Dr. Alexander Cordova

August 20, 1928 - December 25, 2017

Dr. Alexander “Alex” Cordova, 89, of Newark, Delaware, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2017. Alex was born in Quito, Ecuador to Alfonso Miguel Cordova and Eugenia Rivadeneira Cordova. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Byron Enrique and Gabriel Alfonso, and his sister, Fanny Piedad Cordova.

Alex is survived by his sister, Maruja Coloma and his 10 children: Anny Berry, Augusto Cordova, Alexandra Wyant, Montserrat (Steve) Mintz, Elsie (Dan) Beatty, Patricia (Pat) Canning, Alicia (Bob) Pettit, Daniel (Deanna) Cordova, Nora (Alex) Rittberg and Eric (Cheri) Cordova. He is survived by many grandchildren, step grandchildren and great grandchildren. Alex is also survived by Anny Ridder Cordova, his former wife and lifelong friend, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Alex grew up and became a physician in Quito, Ecuador. Soon after completing his studies and receiving his medical license he moved to Wilmington, Delaware in 1957 with his wife and two children, for a one- or two-year study period. That study period increased gradually and his family grew in size. In 1962 he received his Delaware license to practice medicine and started practicing family medicine in Newark, Delaware.

A Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, Alex served as an adjunct instructor at Thomas Jefferson College of Medicine and was president of the Delaware Academy of Family Physicians from 1985 to 1986. He continued to practice family medicine until his retirement in 1996. Alex spent his adult life focusing on the people around him, whether they were family, patients or friends.

Alex considered accolades and donations to charities very private and personal. Per his request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Alex donated his remains through the Humanity Gifts Registry of Philadelphia. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to the charity of your choice and send it in care of R.T. Foard & Jones Funeral Home, 122 W. Main St., Newark, DE 19711.

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Querida familia Córdova Ridder: nuestro más sentido pésame por la partida de nuestro querido Tanllo. Mi padre Alfonso (93 años) y mi madre Francisca, me encargan que les transmita su pesar. Hasta hace unos tres años, Tanllo le llamaba a papá y tenían largas charlas, las cuales mi padre recuerda con especial afecto y añoranza. Por mi parte Anita, solo tengo recuerdos maravillosos de su cariño y especial acogida cuando les visité, hace muchos años. Por favor, si deciden visitar el Ecuador, será un honor compartir con ustedes gratos momentos. Descansa en paz querido amigo Tanllo. alfonsocastroch@gmail.com

Alfonso Castro Chiriboga, Quito-Ecuador

Dr. Cordova was an intelligent, wise, and compassionate doctor. I have only good memories of him.

I am so sorry for your loss. I believe that my first child, a son, was one of his first "deliveries" in September of 1963. I have nothing but wonderful memories of Dr. Cordova as my physician. He was a kind, compassionate and humane gentleman. We shared many laughs and conversations over the years I lived in Newark. He will be missed by many whom he served well.

Dear Annie and family, please know how sad Sam and I were to hear of Alex's passing. I so enjoyed working for him, and he took such wonderful care of all of us. Peace be with all of you. Love Stephanie and Sam

So sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Cordova. My condolences to his loved ones. He was truly a special friend and doctor to me in knowing what test to send me for & sending me to the right specialist when needed, which in turn saved my life 2x's . He was truly one of the best doctors I have ever had & I am forever grateful. Peace be with his family and friends.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Dr. Cordova was always a very nice and compassionate doctor. Well done sir. Rest Easy. Deb Cowgill

So sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing.

Thoughts and prayers Eric to you and the family.

RIP Dr.Cordova, You served us well. Thank you for all your care. To all your loved ones,I am sorry for your loss. Pat Henderson ,former patient.

So sorry to hear about Dr. Cordova's passing. I have wonderful memories of the Cordova home in Nottingham Green and the fun we had there when I was in high school with many of the Cordova kids. My condolences on your loss. Prayers for you all.

Sorry for your loss. May God give your family peace and comfort during this difficult time. Rom 15:33

Anny and family our condolences on the loss of your father. Our prayers go out to you and the family. Sincerely Kathy Groome Hanlon.

I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Cordova's passing. I am sure he is in Glory with God now. What a wonderful man. I was a patient of his for a period of time and I remember him to be very compassionate. What a legacy he leaves behind with all of his family. Godspeed and prayers for peace to his family. Annette Ott

Please accept my sincere sympathies on your loss. I was a long time patient of Dr. Cordova's and my memories of him was a kind and gentle man who was always smiling. Even running into him at Christiana Mall once or twice he would always stop a minute to chat and never walked away without shaking your hand. He will be missed by many.

Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss of Alex. Years ago he humiliated me at ping pong. One of my favorite doctors.

My deepest condolences for your loss. I didn't know Alex but he sounds like a person who cared about people. He will be missed. May the "God of tender mercies and all comfort" help you through this difficult time -2 cor 1:3.

Thinking of you Alex, Nora, and the Cordova family. Christopher, Stephanie, Dalton, and McKenna Warner.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.