Monday, February 09, 2009

My Mother, Aurora


Aurora passed on January 25, 2009, at the age of 85. Aurora was born April 6, 1923 in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Aquiles, brother Carlos, sisters Concepción, Eloisa, Estela, and parents, Emilio and Berta. Aurora leaves behind eight sons and daughters – Betty, Aurora Elizabeth, Aquiles, Alejandro, Alonzo, Blanca, Nancy, and Susana; 25 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-granddaughters. Aurora is survived by sisters Ofelia and Teresa.

As a sister, mother, and grandmother to several generations, Aurora provided us a warm home and caring heart. Her devotion to family proved to be the solid foundation that enabled strong bonds of love and dignity. Her appreciation of small details as well as living her life based on admirable life principles will be sorely missed. Aurora’s love and good nature will live in the hearts of relatives, friends, and neighbors who were fortunate to have known her. Aurora passes to the spirituality and reunification with her husband, Aquiles.

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