Maria

Soto

Maria Villanueva was born in Barrancos de Guadalupe to Alfonso Villanueva and Margarita Jurado in August 16, 1935.

She and the love of her life, Jesus Soto, married in January 5, 1951 and began their large family. Maria was a devoted Christian and active within her church. Throughout her life, she and her husband opened the door if their home to those who neede a place to abide.

Maria is preceded in death by her husband, Jesus, her sons, Joe and Raymond Soto, her grandson Alex Martinez III and her two great gransmdsons, Christopher Soto and Ethan Medina. She is survived by hurt three sons Gilbert Soto, Jesse Soto, and Tony Soto.

In Loving Memory of Maria V. Soto

A Life Rooted in Faith, Family, and Love

Maria V. Soto was a devoted Christian woman whose life was a beautiful reflection of her faith, compassion, generosity, and unconditional love for her family. Her relationship with God was the foundation of her life, and she carried that faith with her through every season, trusting in His grace and finding strength in His promises.

Maria was a woman with a heart for family. Her home was more than just a place to gather; it was a place of comfort, refuge, and unconditional acceptance. She frequently opened her doors to family members in times of need, never hesitating to offer a helping hand, a listening ear, or a safe place to land. She understood that family meant being there for one another, especially when life became difficult. Her generosity and willingness to give of herself were among the many ways she showed her love.

She was also an avid seamstress who found joy in sewing. With needle and thread in hand, she created more than just beautiful pieces; she shared a gift that reflected her patience, creativity, and loving spirit. Much like the things she sewed together, Maria was a woman who helped hold her family together through love, faith, and devotion.

Her greatest blessing and proudest legacy was her family. Maria was the loving mother of nine children and a cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother to a remarkable family of 69 grandchildren and generations beyond. Her love extended through a family tree that will continue to grow, carrying pieces of her spirit, wisdom, traditions, and faith into the future.

Though words can never fully express the impact Maria had on those who knew and loved her, her legacy will live on in every family gathering, every act of kindness, every stitch sewn with love, and every prayer whispered in faith.

Today, we celebrate not only the life she lived but also the countless lives she touched. Her presence will be deeply missed, her memory forever treasured, and her love carried in the hearts of generations to come.

While our hearts grieve her passing, we find comfort in knowing that her faith has become sight and that she is now resting in the loving arms of her Heavenly Father.

Her hands may be at rest, but the love she stitched into the hearts of her family will never unravel.

Until we meet again, Ama. Your love is your legacy, your faith is your testimony, and your family is your greatest blessing.