Dear friends and family,

It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of our beloved grandma. She was crossing at the crosswalk in front of her house after getting groceries and a car hit her as she was almost done crossing. She had the right of way. She suffered from multiple brain bleeds. She bravely fought for 9 days at Ascension St. Francis Hospital. She had actually been taken out of the ICU after 7 days because she was getting better and was going to be discharged on Thursday. Unfortunately, one of the brain bleeds came back and doctors told us there was nothing else that could be done. Our grandma had mentioned she did not want to be connected to any machines forever, so sadly she passed away 2 days after being taken off the ventilator. She kept fighting until the very end and in her final moments she told us that God will take care of her the same way we have. To always look to the sky, whenever we miss her and she’ll be smiling down at us.

She was surrounded by our family in her last moments which was something she always wanted, for our family to be together. But sadly her loss has left a void in our hearts that can never be filled.

Our grandma was not a typical grandma, she was always the life of the party. With her infectious sense of humor and bright smile, she lit up every room she entered. She loved to dance, sing, make crafts and feed people. Her joy and laughter were contagious, bringing happiness to everyone around her even in her darkest moments. She loved making people feel appreciated, valued and loved to make everyone smile. She was always putting others first and considering everyone’s needs before her own. She made the best tamales and zucchini bread which she happily made for anyone and everyone. If you had the pleasure of meeting her, you could rest assured you would never leave hungry.

She leaves behind her 2 loving children, 3 grandchildren and a daughter in law.

We are reaching out to you for support during this difficult time. We aim to cover the funeral expenses. Any contribution, big or small, will be deeply appreciated and help us honor her memory in a way she truly deserves.

Her last wish was to not be buried in the US but to be in her hometown in Mexico. We plan to take the journey to Mexico to scatter some of her ashes near her childhood home so she can forever be at peace.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

With gratitude,

The Reyes family

Queridos amigos y familia,

Es con gran tristeza que compartimos el fallecimiento de nuestra querida abuela. Estaba cruzando el paso de peatones frente a su casa después de hacer compras y un auto la atropelló cuando casi había terminado de cruzar. Ella tenía el derecho de paso. Sufrió una fractura de cráneo que le provocó múltiples hemorragias cerebrales. Ella luchó valientemente durante 9 días en el Hospital Ascension St. Francis. De hecho, la habían sacado de la UCI después de 7 días porque estaba mejorando y la iban a descargar el jueves. Bromeaba acerca de querer unos buenos tacos y una margarita fuerte cuando saliera del hospital. Desafortunadamente, una de las hemorragias cerebrales volvió y no se pudo hacer nada más. Lamentablemente falleció 2 días después de que le quitaran el ventilador, siguió luchando hasta el final. Ella estuvo rodeada de nuestra familia en sus últimos momentos y dejó un vacío en nuestros corazones que nunca podrá llenarse.

Nuestra abuela no era la típica abuela, siempre fue el alma de la fiesta. Con su contagioso sentido del humor y su brillante sonrisa, iluminó cada habitación en la que entró. Le encantaba bailar, cantar, hacer manualidades y alimentar a la gente. Su alegría y risa eran contagiosas y traían felicidad a todos los que la rodeaban. Ella siempre ponía a los demás primero y consideraba las necesidades de todos antes que las suyas. Hizo los mejores tamales y pan de calabacín que felizmente hizo para todos. Si tuvieras el placer de conocerla, podrías estar seguro de que nunca te quedarías con hambre.

Deja atrás a sus 2 amados hijos, 3 nietos y una nuera.

Nos dirigimos a ustedes en busca de apoyo durante este difícil momento. Nuestro objetivo es cubrir los gastos del funeral. Cualquier contribución, grande o pequeña, será profundamente apreciada y nos ayudará a honrar su memoria de la manera que realmente merece.

Su último deseo era que no quería estar enterada en EE.UU pero quería estar en su Ciudad de México. Nosotros planeamos esparcir sus cenizas cerca de su casa de infancia.

Gracias por su amabilidad y generosidad.

Con gratitud,

La Familia Reyes