She was a devoted daughter, a loving mother, and a cherished sister. Brianna is survived by her father, Ricardo Cortez, her beautiful children, Noa Abraham Rosales and Mila Rose Lopez, who will always be reminded of their mother's love and warmth. Her sister, Halina Martinez Cortez, and she took pride in her role as an aunt to Julieta and Jaime Martinez Cortez.
Brianna was preceded in death by her mother, Mia Mercado, she was also preceded in death by her beloved grandmother, Beverly Tompson, and her grandfathers, Rafael Reyes and Silvano Mercado including her uncle David Mercado.
As we bid farewell to Brianna Eleanor Cortez, we celebrate the love and light she brought into our lives. Her spirit, eternally kind and giving, will be deeply missed by her father, her children, her sister, her niece, her nephew, and the countless friends who were fortunate enough to experience the warmth of her friendship. Brianna's memory will be cherished and kept alive in the stories we share and the love we continue to hold for her in our hearts.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, 1490 B Street, Merced, California. A Vigil Service with Rosary will be held on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. with the Funeral Mass beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 562 W. 12th Street, Merced, California.
