Astrid Marie Mariotti (70) of Vero Beach, FL went Home to be with The Lord on January 19, 2026. She was surrounded by the love of her family and the faith that guided her life. Astrid was born October 12, 1955, in Bogotá, Colombia, to Alberto and Angelina Palacios. She lived in the Panama Canal Zone from 1961 to 1976 before moving to the United States. She married Michael Mariotti in 2000.

Astrid was an avid Zumba instructor, but her deepest passion was mission work.

Her legacy includes helping bring about the founding of Iglesia Cristiana El Faro and its school in the township of Cañas Verdes, Palmira Arriba, near Boquete, Panama. In 2012, Astrid was serving Ngäbe-Buglé children who lacked access to basic education.  Astrid introduced Pastor Bob Wilson to Ana Ortega at Ana’s property, which later became the site of the church and school. Today, under the leadership of Pastors Rodrigo and Ana Ortega, the church serves the local community while the school serves 35+ elementary-aged children. Sponsorships provide academic and biblical education, uniforms, textbooks, materials, and two hot meals daily, continuing the work Astrid helped begin.

Astrid is survived by her devoted husband, Michael Mariotti; her daughter, Lisa Melichar and husband Jiri, and grandchildren Lainey, Mason, and Lukas; her son, Michael Mariotti and his fiancée Hanna, and grandchildren Benson, Adalynn, Coy, and Demri; her stepson, Gerry Rios; and her sisters, Aida and Sandy. Her family finds comfort in the promise that they will see her again.

Those wishing to honor Astrid’s legacy may donate online at hurtingworldministries.net or by mail to Hurting World Ministries, 14081 Magnolia St., Sp. 45, Westminster, CA 92683. Please note: Honoring Astrid. Michael Mariotti can be reached at (772) 206-6222.