May 3, 1954 - May 7, 2026
Date of Service: May 14, 2026
Obituary (Spanish)
Con profundo dolor y un amor inmenso despedimos a nuestra querida madre, suegra, abuela y amiga. Una mujer fuerte, valiente y llena de vida, que luchó hasta el último minuto con la misma fortaleza y corazón que la caracterizaron siempre. Fue una verdadera guerrera.
Ella tenía el don de cuidar a todos los que la rodeaban. Nunca permitía que alguien se fuera con hambre; siempre encontraba la manera de alimentar a quien llegara a su hogar, aunque ella tuviera poco. Su cocina era el corazón de la familia, y el aroma de su arroz y frijoles quedará grabado para siempre en nuestra memoria. Entre risas y cariño, nunca faltaba escucharla decir: “¿Quieren un taco?”
Su corazón era enorme. Siempre estaba dispuesta a ayudar, escuchar y dar amor sin esperar nada a cambio. Tenía una luz especial y le encantaba verse radiante cada día. La música llenaba su hogar y su alma; cantaba, cocinaba y hacía sentir a todos amados y bienvenidos.
Este último año fue una batalla difícil, pero ella la enfrentó con valentía y dignidad. Nos enseñó lo que significa ser fuerte incluso en medio del dolor. Su amor, sus consejos, sus abrazos y su presencia dejarán un vacío imposible de llenar.
Hoy el cielo recibe a un ángel maravilloso, pero aquí en la tierra deja una familia que la amará eternamente y la extrañará cada día. Su recuerdo vivirá en cada comida compartida, en cada canción escuchada y en cada acto de amor hacia los demás.
Descansa en paz, querida guerrera. Gracias por todo el amor que nos diste. Siempre vivirás en nuestros corazones y jamás serás olvidada.
Obituary (English)
With deep sorrow and immense love, we say goodbye to our beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and friend. A strong, brave, and vibrant woman who fought until her very last moment with the same strength and heart that always defined her. She was truly a warrior.
She had the gift of caring for everyone around her. She never allowed anyone to leave hungry; she always found a way to feed whoever came into her home, even when she had very little herself. Her kitchen was the heart of the family, and the aroma of her rice and beans will remain forever attached in our memories. Through laughter and love, it was impossible not to hear her say, “Do you want a taco?”
Her heart was enormous. She was always willing to help, listen, and give love without expecting anything in return. She had a special light and loved looking radiant every single day. Music filled her home and her soul; she sang, cooked, and made everyone feel loved and welcomed.
This past year was a difficult battle, but she faced it with courage and dignity. She taught us what it truly means to be strong even in the midst of pain. Her love, her advice, her hugs, and her presence will leave a void that can never be filled.
Today, heaven receives a wonderful angel, but here on earth she leaves behind a family that will love her forever and miss her every single day. Her memory will live on in every shared meal, every song we hear, and every act of love shown to others.
Rest in peace, dear warrior. Thank you for all the love you gave us. You will always live in our hearts and will never be forgotten.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Thursday May 14, 2026, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, located at 802 F. street, in Rupert, with Deacon Jose Medina, Burial will follow at the Riverside Cemetery in Heyburn.
A vigil will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday May 13, with recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 6:00 p.m., at Hansen Mortuary, located at 710 6th Street in Rupert.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hansen Mortuary of Rupert.
