Aug. 17, 1943-Jan 14, 2024
Maria Elena Espericueta (age 80) or Malena as she was known, peacefully passed away on Jan. 14, 2024 in Eastvale, California.Malena was born to Manuel Gutierrez and Maria Morales on Aug. 17, 1943 in Nogales, Sonora Mexico. She was the youngest of five children.Malena met the love of her life on June of 1961, Antonio Espericueta. Antonio and Malena were married on May of 1965.
Malena is survived by her daughter Elena, son Tony and youngest son Steve. Along with her son-in-law Rudy, daughter-in-law Shauna, nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Malena will be greatly missed by her family and friends but we know there is a great Heavenly Reunion, Toño and Malena are "Together Again."