Ardevina Moriconi

Moriconi, Ardevina, 82, passed away Sunday, the 27th of August, 2006. Devoted wife to the late Bill Moriconi. Loving mother of three sons: Dr. Mark Moriconi of Atherton, California, Dr. William Moriconi of St. Louis, Missouri and John Moriconi of Wichita. Doting grandmother to Alan, Alex and Katie Moriconi. She will be greatly missed by family and friends, and always remembered for her graciousness, caring and generosity to all with whom she came in contact. Born on March 28, 1924 in Frontenac, Kansas. Upon moving to Wichita in 1952, she raised her three children and began a life-long dedication to the Church of the Magdalen and its school. In recent years, she volunteered her time to share her gifts at the Spiritual Life Center. Diagnosed with Parkinsons and Alzheimers, her devout faith in God and great courage kept her optimistic and positive. A vigil will be held at Church of the Magdalen at 7 P.M. on Wednesday, August 30, 2006. The Funeral Mass will be held at Church of the Magdalen at 10 A.M. on Thursday, August 31, 2006. Burial will be held at Ascension Cemetery. A memorial has been established with Guadalupe Health Foundation, 940 S. St. Francis, Wichita, KS 67211. Downing Lahey Mortuary East. A vigil will be held at Church of the Magdalen at 7 P.M. on Wednesday, August 30, 2006.