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With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Maria Perez, who left us on February 13, 2025, in Downey, California, at the age of 79. Born on June 4, 1945, in Mexico, Maria was a beacon of love, joy, and resilience who touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Maria was more than just a mother, grandmother, and friend; she was the heart of her family. A woman of immense strength, she faced life with an unshakable spirit, never backing down from any challenge. Her love for dancing, her passion for travel, and her unwavering commitment to living life to the fullest were contagious. She filled every room with energy, making even the smallest moments feel grand.
Her laughter, her kindness, and her social nature brought people together. Maria was very social, effortlessly making friends and connecting with others. She had the gift of making anyone feel like they mattered, and her presence alone could light up any gathering. Maria's warmth and authenticity will forever be remembered by all who were blessed to know her.
Maria’s love for her family was fierce and boundless. She was fiercely proud of her children, her grandchildren, and her great-grandchildren, who were the joy of her life. She enjoyed her life and cherished every moment spent with her loved ones. Her greatest accomplishment was living a life filled with love and joy. She would want to be remembered as the strong and courageous woman she was, a true warrior who faced every obstacle with strength and grace.
Maria is survived by her three daughters, her four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, a loss that was felt deeply but never broke her spirit.
In honoring Maria’s legacy, we celebrate not only the joy she brought to the world but the powerful, indomitable force she was. Maria is now resting in peace, and her strength, love, and resilience will forever inspire her family.
Rest in peace, Maria. You will forever be our strength, our joy, and our light. Your legacy will live on in the hearts of your family and friends, now and always.
