In loving memory of Maria Teresa Perez.

With profound sadness and love, we announce the passing of Maria Teresa Perez, who entered into eternal rest on July 12, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia.

Born to Socorro Rivera (deceased) and William Rivera (deceased), Maria was a woman of unwavering strength, fierce determination, and unconditional love. Although dementia challenged her in her final years, it never diminished the resilient spirit that defined her. She fought bravely until the very end, inspiring those who loved her with courage and perseverance.

Maria leaves behind her devoted husband, Nestor Perez; her daughter, Socorro Ruiz; her son, Carlos Ruiz; her stepdaughter, Naomi Perez; and her stepson, Nestor Perez, Jr. Her greatest joy was her family, and she took immense pride in watching it grow through her beloved grandchildren: Giovanni Gomez, Tristan Gomez, Jessica Ruiz, Aiyana Galarza, Xavier Ruiz, and Kyla Ruiz. Each of them carries a piece of her heart and the countless memories she created with them.

Maria’s kindness, strength, and unconditional love will continue to live on in the lives she touched. Though our hearts ache in her absence, we find comfort in knowing that she is no longer suffering and has found perfect peace in the presence of the Lord.

God’s words remind us that death is not the end for those who place their hope in Him:

“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away.”
-Revelation 21:4

And we will hold tightly to His promise:

“For the Lord Himself will come down from heaven… and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive… will be caught up together with them… And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage one another with these words.”
-Thessalonians 4:16-18

Until that glorious day, we take comfort in knowing this is not a final goodbye. It is simply, “See you later.” We trust in God’s promise that we will be reunited in His eternal kingdom, where there will be no more sickness, no more pain, and no more tears.

Maria Teresa Perez will be forever loved, forever remembered, and forever missed. Her legacy of strength, courage, and love will live on in the hearts of all who had the blessing of knowing her.

Rest peacefully, Mom. Until we meet again.

Arrangements are under the direction of Millennium Cremation Service. Condolences may be shared online at www.millenniumcremationservice.com.