Amy Ercilia Gomez

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Amy Ercilia Gomez, who left us too soon at the age of 63. Amy passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on May 9, 1962, Amy was a shining light in the lives of everyone who knew her. She was the beloved daughter of Elsa Liliana Gomez and the late Feliciano Jesus Gomez, who predeceased her nearly a decade ago, and a cherished sister to Anthony Felix Gomez and Elsa Lorraine Gomez. Amy was an incredible aunt, adored by her three nieces: Rachel Liliana Gomez, Geiby Alyssa Gomez, and Nicole Francesca Gomez. Her love for them knew no bounds, and they were a constant source of joy in her life. Amy's educational journey was one of dedication and achievement. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Loyola University in 1984 and went on to complete her Juris Doctorate at the University of Dayton in Ohio, graduating in 1991. Though Amy was poised to begin her legal career, fate had other plans. Shortly before starting her career, she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. However, Amy's strength, resilience, and unwavering faith carried her through this challenge. Deeply devoted to the Catholic Church, Amy turned to her faith in God. She firmly believed in God's healing power, trusting that through her unwavering faith, she had already been healed. When doctors said there was nothing more they could do and sent her home to live out her final days, she turned to prayer. It was through the Novena to St. Jude at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in New Orleans that she experienced complete healing through the Lord. She went on to live cancer-free for 27 years, a living testament to her remarkable spirit, and the divine grace she received. Even though Amy never practiced law, her true passion lay in the world of art, where she had an incredible, natural talent. From painting to crafting, her creative spirit shone brightly in everything she did. She poured her heart into her art, and those who were fortunate enough to witness her talent were always in awe of her ability to create beauty in such unique and personal ways. Amy had a deep love for traveling, and one of the most memorable chapters of her life was the year she spent teaching English in Tokyo, a position she earned after working as a VIP Hostess for the Japan Pavilion at the 1984 World's Fair. During this time, she embraced the culture, made lifelong friendships, and lived out her passion for exploration. Her sense of adventure and curiosity about the world took her across the U.S., with friends in various states who she held dear. She especially treasured the postcards she received from those friends, each one a reminder of the connections she made and the joy she found in discovering new places and cultures. Her love of discovery reflected her vibrant personality and the deep sense of wonder she carried with her throughout her life. Amy's legacy will endure in the strength she showed in every challenge through her unshakable faith, the warmth of her infectious smile, and the way she brought people together with ease and grace. Her love, kindness, and the beautiful memories she created will forever live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her. Family and friends are invited to attend the Service on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Garden of Memories Funeral Home and Cemetery, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA. 70001. Visitation will begin at 11:00 Am with a Mass starting at 2:00 pm. Internment will be immediately thereafter.