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1973
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Maritza Onorato Obituary
12/12/1973 - 06/19/2024
Maritza del Carmen Onorato was suddenly called to heaven on June 19, 2024. Maritza entered the world on October 19, 1973. Preceded in death by her father Jose Valle, her grandmother Jesus and her father-in-law Dan Onorato. Survived by her loving husband Troy Onorato, mother Rosa Valle, brother Alex Valle and his partner Jessica, and mother-in-law Gerri Onorato as well as her furbabies Duke and Biscuit. Maritza's extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins both near and far were forever close to her heart, including her Tias Patricia, Catalina, Josefina and Teresa as well as cousins Sal, Sandra, Carmen, Monica, Claudia, Roberto, Mauricio, Carlos and Lorena. Maritza came to the United States with her parents and brother at the age of 6. They settled in the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco. She graduated from McAteer High School in 1992.
She met the love of her life, her husband Troy in 1998 at The Leopard while working at the Pacific Stock Exchange, Troy on the equities side and Maritza on the options floor. They married on June 30, 2001 at St Thomas Aquinas in Reno, Nevada, the same church Troy's parents were married in on August 27, 1966. They eventually settled in Daly City.
Maritza enjoyed traveling with her husband and friends, going to the racetrack to support their horses and she loved being with her family and friends. Maritza was the most selfless person. She always put everyone ahead of herself. She was so giving to her family and friends both here and in El Salvador. Maritza led the annual toy drive and was constantly looking to help underprivileged kids, especially if it could make their Christmas a little brighter.
Maritza was a ray of sunshine. She always had the most optimistic outlook, always happy, always positive and always smiling. She lived her life to the fullest each and every day. If there was music on, Maritza was dancing. She loved a good glass of wine, a designer handbag and sharing a meal with family and friends. She touched so many lives in her short time. She will be deeply missed by all.
The brightest stars burn the fastest, so we must love them while we can.
Friends may visit Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm. A vigil service will be held at 7:00pm at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Avenue, Daly City.
A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm at Saint Ignatius Catholic Church, 650 Parker Avenue, San Francisco.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jim and Terry Knoll
June 29, 2024
Troy, your earthly angel, Maritza, is now a heavenly angel, and is likely leading other angels in song, proper words or not:)
In your grief, know that she is happy and loving you from above.
Love, Jim and Terry
Helen Sandoval
June 27, 2024
Troy, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Maritza. My heartfelt condolences are with you and her dear Mother, her Brother and the entire Family. She was beautiful inside and out, a shining light. Her loss is tremendous and I will be praying that God will carry you through every difficult moment that comes. I will always remember her beautiful smile and joyful spirit. I´ll always remember how welcome she made me feel at every event I saw her at. She had a kind and generous soul and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Jane and Ed Perry
June 26, 2024
Dear Troy, though you and Maritza are no longer joined on earth, you will one day be joined again for eternity. God Bless you.
Cathy Costello
June 26, 2024
Troy so sorry for your loss. I remember Maritza had a beautiful smile that brightened up the entire room. Thinking and praying for you and family.-Cathy Costello
MelNel
June 26, 2024
My thoughts and sympathies are with Troy and family. We are all heartbroken with the news. Maritza was such a force of positivity and joy in this world and she will be missed by so many.
Dan and Maribel Perea
June 25, 2024
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved and beautiful Wife. Her presence brought light and joy into many lives. During this difficult time, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends.
Love, JoAnne Schooley
June 24, 2024
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your Mom at this most difficult time. So very sorry for your loss,Troy.
Fran Reich
June 24, 2024
Troy and family - We are sending all of you are deepest condolences and if there is anything we can do please let us know.
Fran and Brad Reich and Family
Shirly & Peter Friedman
June 24, 2024
This came as a shock for me & Peter, Maritza is such a beautiful soul , even by standing next to her you get that vibe of you being a family, some how just drive you to love her. She always so tidy and organize, you see it in the work she always do, the way she dress, her hair, especially her nails, always so neat and polished. Its like she is telling you she respect you and present herself in respectful thought of everyone she see around her, that you are the most important during that time.
I think God loved her so much, and probably need her impactable talent to help him. Today some where out there in the sky born one brightest star looking down on us and especially looking down on Troy and all her beloved family and warm all of them with her memory.
Till we meet again Maritza, you are at the moment really being missed a lot more then you know. Hugs and love my dear beautiful Maritza. Rest In Peace.
Dear Troy, Stay Strong . If you need us, we are here for you .
Tracy Benshoof
June 23, 2024
Dear Troy,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I've never had the pleasure of meeting Maritza, but I could see your eyes light up when you talk about her. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Tracy Benshoof
Glenn & Krissy Gable
June 23, 2024
Maritza was loved so much by so many. Our hearts go out to all her friends and family members.
Love, Glenn & Krissy gable
Rocio Maria Hopkins Jonathan´s Hopkins wife
June 23, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You were a wonderful sweet person.
Angela & Bill Sicord
June 23, 2024
Troy and family, I´m so sorry for this heartbreaking loss. We are praying for you thru this difficult time.
ccsmaw
June 22, 2024
Wrapped in a wonder of laughter and crazy joy is how I do now and will always remember this soul that was taken to soon. Although time and circumstance cut our connection, the memories of our dances, the handbags, and blingy shoes always hold a place in my heart. That beautiful smile will remain a reminder of what a fun and kind person Maritza was. My deepest sympathies to her family for their loss.
Neriman
June 22, 2024
Such a dear soul gone too soon. May she rest in peace. Our condolences and prayers to all her loved ones´. May her memory bring joy to all whose path she crossed.
Linda Merkel
June 22, 2024
My deepest condolences to Troy, Gerri and to all of her family and friends...Maritza will be remembered fondly...Love and Hugs from cousin Linda
Shannon Gardner
June 22, 2024
My heart is broken as I read this for this beautiful soul who has left us. Maritza always made me feel happy when I was with her as she celebrated all good things in the moment. Troy, I'm am so sorry for this tremendous loss you endure. I will miss Maritza's smiling face, her genuine kindness and the friendship we shared.
Koivisto's
June 22, 2024
Dear Troy, Gerri and family,
Our thoughts and prayers in your loss of your beautiful, sweet Maritza. Our hearts are broken. God bless you with peace and comfort in this very sad time. We Love You! Cousin Cheryl, Royce & Family
Evelyn
June 21, 2024
I´m so sorry for your loss.
Bob Thornson
June 21, 2024
God bless you and the family Troy, may she rest in paradise.
Bob Thornson, Harvey´s son
Sandy Mcdonald
June 21, 2024
Dear Troy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Maritza, for her sweet personality, & Friendliness. with Love,
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