Maria del Refugio Roque

Maria del Refugio Roque, born on July 4, 1955, peacefully entered eternal rest on February 10, 2026. She was born to her loving parents, Jesus Roque and Antonia Mendoza, and carried their strength and values with her throughout her life.

Maria was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 25 years, Ramanujam, with whom she shared a deep and devoted love.

She leaves behind a beautiful legacy in her daughters, Saroja Benitez and Michelle Morales, who were the pride and joy of her life. She was a loving and devoted grandmother to Arturo Pena, Jazmine Pena, and Jessica Morales, and a proud great-grandmother to Madelyn Pena and Guillermo Velencia. Her family was her greatest treasure, and she poured her heart into each generation.

Maria was a woman of remarkable strength and resilience—a true fighter who never let life’s hardships keep her down. She was incredibly hardworking and carried herself with quiet determination and grace. A devoted Catholic, her faith guided her through every season of her life and gave her comfort and hope.

She found joy in life’s simple and beautiful moments. She loved gardening and nurturing flowers and plants, taking pride in watching them bloom under her care. She had a special love for birds, especially her cherished chickens, and she had a tender heart for animals, often taking in cats and giving them a safe home. She enjoyed listening to music and savoring a warm cup of coffee, small comforts that brought her peace.

Maria will be remembered for her warm heart, her unwavering strength, and the deep love she had for her family. Her spirit lives on in the gardens she tended, the animals she cared for, and most of all, in the family she loved so dearly. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.