Celina Baez Sotomayor

Celina was a hero of mine. I even shared that with Sonia, who I guess I should have placed on a higher pedestal, but knowing the person responsible for her historic and justified rise, I could not. My mother and Celina remained friends until my mother´s passing in 2018. Despite her medical conditions, Celina remained in her second floor apartment tolerated climbing stairs several times a day, and was always prepared for guests. I miss her as so many people will share her family´s grief, but...

Sending love today to Celina's family. The many trees planted have already made the world a better, more nurturing, and more beautiful place, as Celina did.

I knew your mother when she had rehab after surgery in 2014? She had an amazing presence. A beautiful, gentle spirit. Inate strength. An ideal patient! Then you came after her discharge to thank us for her care. It was above and beyond, and appreciated more than you know. I was the charge nurse who thanked you for the landmark decision on the defense of marrige act. Changed my life. Now I see your mom is gone. It has to be the geatest hurt, especially in these tough times. I think of her, I...

I have just finished reading your book My Beloved World and found your mother to be an inspiration. My mom is 86 years old now and living with me and she did not have any schooling but is the smartest woman I´ve ever known.I am so sorry for your loss. Many blessings.

To the family, many, many friends and colleagues of this wonderful woman Ms. Celina Baez Sotomayor fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives. May the love and the special memory you shared with your dear mother show just how much your life was touched by her. We hope many of the encouraging words and thoughts on this site comforts you during this difficult time also. May family, friends and extended family find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together and cherish...

My heart is saddened yet full of pleasant childhood memories.

RIP. God Speed.