Teresita was so dearly loved by the entire Merino family.  I will always remember her so fondly for all the love and support she bestowed on us. To my cousins Michael, Greg, and Joyce, please know we share your sadness and grief from this loss. Our family was better and stronger for having her in it. She was truly such an unforgettable woman. May she forever Rest In Peace and in God’s glory. 

Love your cousin,
Patty Merino 

To my dearest mother.Thank you for all you have done to make me into a good human being.Your teachings of life have made me the man and father I have become. Your love towards our family was amazing.Everyone  has but love towards you.Words can't express how much I loved you. I will miss you for ever. Michael....

A woman who always valued family and opened her heart to my mother and I. .. Some of my earliest memories in life include you and Charlie.  Whether it be trips to the batting cages, being at every birthday party, or even hiding the cats in your bedroom when we would go to your home, you left an imprint in my life.  May your son, grandchildren, and all of your loved ones find peace in knowing your love was far-reaching.  

To my dearly beloved Godmother, This is my love letter to you. I thank you for being such a grand lady in life only reserved for few women in this world. You were supportive, kind and always showed love to me and my family.  Your love of God was endless and admirable. I am honored and privileged to be called your goddaughter. I can only hope to be a fraction of the women you truly are. We will always remember you and thank you for the memories with my family and my parents. I thank you for being my mother's sister and best friend.  Our Lord needed an angel and we painfully accept His divine plan. Until we meet again in heaven, I love you and God Bless You.

May your memories live forever. Thank you for guiding me into the woman I am today. Love you forever gram ! 

Xoxo Michelle ❤️

February 3, 2019
This was taken during the annual family super bowl party.  It was so nice to spend quality time with you that weekend.  I remember Ella & Mason taking all the chocolates you had on your coffee table 😇

Her at one of her graduation ceremonies in Cuba. Early 1950’s.

Thank you for the many celebrations we shared a family. May you rest in eternal peace Maria. 

Mom you will forever be in my heart! Love - Michael

Where do I even begin…. You were my world & my entire life, the one who raised me to the man I am today. You defended me, protected me and nurtured me. You me showed what it was to be a gentleman, a scholar, a man of faith, a classier dresser, a family man & most of all made me always feel so loved even in my darkest of times. You were a woman who worked all her life to be self reliant and to make sure your loved ones never struggled. Your stories & your laughter  will always resonate in my mind forever and always. I admired you more than I’ve admired anyone. I looked up to you so much. You loved me more than anyone ever will. EVERYTHING I’ve accomplished  in my life  was to make you proud of me, your beloved grandson. Grandma, the reality is that there aren’t words that can describe the impact you made on my life. I will forever hold dear to my heart and know you will always be my guardian angel.  Rest In Peace, love you forever - your dearest Grandson Gregory 💔😔🙏🏼

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Maria T Prestia

21 January, 1938 – 10 March, 2022

Hillsboro Memorial Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens

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