Telma Margarita Cedeno, also known as Margarita, was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who was the heart and soul of her family. She was born on December 6, 1950, in Ecuador and came to the United States, which she called home for over 30 years. She was a mother of 8 children but extended her motherly love to many people outside of her immediate family. She helped raise all of her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews without hesitation and made everyone she met a part of her home. Margarita would greet everyone with a warm smile and a warm plate of delicious food when they'd come to visit. She dedicated her entire life to her faith and the well-being of others.
Difficulties for Margarita and her family took place last February when one of her daughters was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Margarita provided round-the-clock care for her daughter through her cancer treatment. Unable to work during this time made finances more difficult. In May of this year, her husband suffered from a subdural hematoma, requiring brain surgery and hospitalization. Margarita then provided care for her husband during his home rehabilitation. Thanks to her, both family members are on a path to good recovery.
Unfortunately, Margarita passed away suddenly on August 24, 2025, shortly after being diagnosed with leukemia. We are asking for any financial contributions to help her family surrounding the costs of her medical care and funeral arrangements. 
Below is the link to her obituary:
We are grateful for your contributions.
Organizer and beneficiary
Eleni Kritikos
Organizer
Darien, IL
Rosa Paula Bowen
Beneficiary



