Demetria was born and raised in the Philippines. She was the last remaining child of Victor & Tomasa Espiritu. Demetria is survived by her loving & devoted husband; Jesus Santos, her son; Lazaro Santos and his family, Maria Oliveth Santos & their daughter; Leana Santos.
Demetria graduated from Torres High School, Tondo, Manila, remained a housewife until immigrating to Canada in August 1975, gained employment at Hotel McDonald in 1979, followed by The Westin & The Government House, retiring in 1992. She was devoted to her husband & family until her passing.
Demetria is predeceased by her parents; Victor and Tomasa (Reyes) Espiritu, her siblings; Mariano and Maximo Espiritu, Ligaya E. Villar and Juanita E. Manalo.