Maria Mercedes Botana, 97, of Babylon, entered into Eternal Life on on Friday, November 7, 2025. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Arcadio Botana, in 2012. Devoted mother of Graciela Kling and her husband, Michael Kling. Adored Abuela of Jennifer M. Young (Aimee) and Michael H. Kling, Jr. Cherished great-grandmother of Rowan Young and Asher Young. Dear sister of Victoria Lopez. Family will receive friends at Claude R. Boyd/Spencer Funeral Home, 448 West Main Street, Babylon, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, 2:00 pm-4:30 pm & 7:00 pm-9:00 pm. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM Friday, November 14, 2025, St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, 39 N Carll Ave, Babylon, New York. Interment to follow at North Babylon Cemetery, Livingston Ave, Babylon. Cherished memories and messages of condolence can be shared with the family on our website: www.boyd-spencer.com.
