Maria Gloria Bravo

      “Seeing is believing.” For many, those words simply represent a motto. But for Maria Gloria Bravo, it summarized in every way who she was. She was modest, quiet and observant, taking in everything around her and always thinking before acting. She was a realist, someone who was efficient and practical in everything she did. She was a friendly person who truly cared about those around her.

       She was the daughter of Lorenza and Nicolas Rosales. As a child, she learned to be conscientious, responsible as she worked on her family's ranch. These were all traits that she would carry with her throughout her life.

      As a young girl, Maria was always aware of how others around her felt and this quality served her well. With a deep capacity to tolerate the feelings of others, Maria was generally able to avoid conflicts. Preferring a quiet environment where she could concentrate, Maria also had the ability to relate well with her family and friends. Maria was raised with ten siblings. She had five brothers and five sisters. Maria was constantly involved in activities with her family. They deeply cared for each other and shared many life experiences over the years.

      Love can’t be defined but must be experienced. That was so true for Maria. She was totally committed to Victor and maintained traditional ideals about marriage. It was as if Maria naturally sensed her spouse’s needs, and accepted those feelings unconditionally.

      Maria was a wonderful mother to her children. She had “old fashioned” parental values and could handle typical family conflicts in a fair and calm manner. Because she trusted emotions, Maria was reluctant to force issues and used gentle persuasion to resolve situations. In this way she seemed to radiate an aura of warmth and caring to those around her, always thinking before acting. In addition, Maria was a master planner. No matter how hectic life around her might be, she seemed to know and track everyone’s schedule. Maria was blessed with five children, three sons, Gerardo, Netza, and German, and two daughters, Alejandra and Xochiltl. They were also blessed with ten grandchildren, Julian, Christian, Isabella, Diego, Victoria, Sophia, Julian, Samantha, Olivia, and Santiago.

      If you gave Maria a deadline, she would meet it. At work, Maria was always on task. Without hesitation, Maria could adhere to any assignment and see it through to its completion. Her primary occupation was a cook. She worked tirelessly in the kitchen to be efficient and put forth a great product.

      Maria liked to experience things first hand, in addition to simply learning about them. This quality influenced Maria's choice of leisure time activities. A methodical and patient worker, Maria preferred to set aside uninterrupted time to work on her hobbies. Her favorite pursuits were knitting, sewing, and cooking. Maria was content to sit quietly alone, enjoying the way a blanket was turning out and admiring the colors she picked, hobbies all by herself where she wold let her creativity flourish.

      While thorough and measured in her approach to things, Maria often liked to physically do things rather than just think about them. She was like that with sports. She was something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching her favorite teams whenever she got the opportunity. Tops on her list were watching any sports her children or grandchildren played in, but she was also a big Dodger fan.

      Maria passed away on October 2, 2021 at Arcadia Methodist in Arcadia, California. She fought a brave battle against breast cancer. She is survived by her spouse, her children and grandchildren as well as her siblings. Services were held at Immaculate Conception Church. Maria was laid to rest in Live Oak Mortuary in Monrovia, California.

      It is said that some people can’t see the forest for the trees. Maria was able to focus on each individual tree, tending to its needs, thus making the forest stronger as a whole. Maria was a trustworthy and sympathetic person, the kind of woman to whom everyone was drawn. She was thorough and practical. Maria Bravo was very literal with her words. You always knew where you stood with Maria. She will be missed.

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Maria Gloria Bravo, age 65, of Monrovia, California passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Maria was born December 6, 1955 in Potreros, Guanajuato, Mexico.

Maria is survived by her husband (esposo), Victor Manuel Bravo; her children (hijos) Gerardo Bravo, Alejandra Bravo Juarez, Netza Bravo, Xochiltl Bravo, and German Bravo; her grandchildren (nietos) Julian Bravo, Christian Bravo, Isabella Bravo, Diego Bravo, Victoria Bravo, Sophia Bravo Juarez, Julian Bravo Juarez, Samantha Bravo Juarez, Olivia Bravo and Santiago Bravo; and her siblings (hermanos) Juana Rosales Magdaleno, Pablo Rosales Magdaleno, Griselda Rosales Magdaleno, María de la Luz Andrade Rosales, Ester Rosales de Garcia, Javier Rosales Magdaleno, Leonila Rosales Zavala, Nicolas Arturo Rosales Magdaleno, and Rafael Rosales Magdaleno.

Maria will also be missed by all her loving family members, extended family, and friends with whom she shared so many wonderful memories.

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