Maricela was born in McAllen TX on January 11, 1949 to parents Arturo and Irene Gonzalez.
Maricela is survived by her husband of 58 years David Aguirre. She is also survived by her children Nereida (Homer) Salinas, Albert (Nancy) Aguirre, David (Elizabeth) Aguirre, Hazel (Carlos) Medina; grandchildren, Omar J Salinas & spouse, Samantha N Salinas & spouse, Raynaldo D Salinas, April A Stone & spouse, Marillyn Aguirre, Adrienne Aguirre, Albert Aguirre Jr, Miranda Aguirre, Madeline Aguirre, Victor, Brady Aguirre, Thomas Aguirre, Isabela Aguirre, Daniel Veliz & spouse, Adlemi Veliz, and Casey Veliz & spouse. Maricela also leaves behind 15 great grandchildren and many loving siblings.
Maricela was very crafty and she loved to cook for all her family and friends.