In Loving Memory of Maria de Jesus Duran

In Loving Memory of Maria de Jesus Duran – A Legacy of Service, Kindness, and Dedication

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Maria de Jesus Duran, a beloved board member of Central City and a cherished member of our community. Maria served as a board member since June 2010, where her passion for improving medical services and her unwavering dedication to the well-being of others were truly invaluable.

Maria was not only an advocate for the patients she cared so deeply about, but also a patient herself since 2008. Her unique perspective gave her the ability to offer feedback that was both compassionate and insightful, ensuring that the voices of those seeking care were heard. As a result, Maria played a crucial role in improving the way services were delivered at multiple locations within Central City. Her hard work and input have left a lasting, positive impact on countless lives.

Beyond her contributions to Central City, Maria was an incredibly talented and hardworking woman. She began designing wedding dresses at the age of 17, and over the years, she turned her love for fashion into a passion for helping young women. Through her work, she provided countless brides with the wedding dress of their dreams—often at little to no cost—empowering them to feel beautiful on their special day. Maria also took great joy in teaching young women the art of sewing, passing on a valuable skill that they could carry with them for the rest of their lives.

Maria’s kindness, generosity, and dedication to improving the lives of others have left an indelible mark on all who knew her. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, colleagues, and all of the lives she touched through her work and service.

We are now turning to this community to support Maria's family as they navigate this difficult time. All contributions will go directly to her loved ones to help with any expenses and to continue her legacy of kindness and community service.

We appreciate any donations and, most of all, the continued love and support for Maria’s family during this time of loss. Thank you for helping us honor her memory and the immense positive impact she made.