Maria Rivero-Martinez age 90, departed this life peacfully at home on March 7, 2017. She was born on August 15, 1926 in San Agustin, Chihuahua, Mexico to Filimon Rivero and Mercedez Martinez. Survived by three sisters; Socorro, Ema and Jesusita, and one brother Dulces. Proceeded in death by one brother Kico and one sister Velia. Beloved wife to late husband Mario Hernandez-Trujillo. Beloved mother of seven; Guillermo Hernandez wife Arcelia, Mario Rivero, Bertha Bongibault late husband Daniel, Blanca Buczek husband Thomas, Francisco Rivero, Maria Hernandez husband Armando and proceeded in death by one daughter. Beloved grandmother of 21 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, 13 great-great- grandchildren. Also has many nieces, nephews, cousins ans other extended family.
Maria never let anything get in her way and was able to overcome any obstacle no matter what it was. Maria was a wonderful cook and owned her own restaurant for many years. she was also a houskeeper and nanny. She always worked very hard to provide for her family. She was a great teacher and taught all of us the importance of family, love, forgiveness and faith. Her hobbies included BINGO, gardening and family gatherings. Her favorite saying was " quieranse y cuidense muncho y no se enojen", "love and take care of oneanother and do not get angry." She has left a mark all who knew her and will be sorely missed by all family and friends.
Rosary and viewing will take place Monday March 13 from 6-8pm at Swan Lake Funeral Directors, 501 N. Cascade Avenue. Funeral scheduled for Tuesday March 14th at 11AM at Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, 3122 Pointsetta Dr. Burial will take place at evergreen Cemetery, 1005 Hancock Expwy. Reception to follow at Holy Trinity Hope house located directly across from church.
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