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Mary H. Gutierrez entered eternal rest on June 30, 2025, at the age of 86. She was born on November 20, 1938, to Clemente and Felipa (Tenorio) Rivera. Mary was known for her strong faith in God, her gentle kindness, and her unwavering willingness to lend a helping hand. She had an extraordinary gift for knowing exactly what you needed—whether it was a warm hug, a kind word, a listening ear, an unexpected card in the mail, or a heartfelt prayer. She loved unconditionally, and you felt it in every interaction. Widowed with five children, Mary devoted herself entirely to their well-being. She was a strong, amazing woman who mastered countless household and cooking hacks, delighting in sharing them with those she loved. Her passion for gardening brought her joy, and most mornings you could find her tending to her yard with care. She loved the outdoors and cherished many drives to the Hill Country, especially visits to D&S Ranch, one of her favorite places. She would often say, “This is what everyone needs—a breath of fresh air.” Mary was quite an adventurer, enjoying weekend excursions with her daughters to small Texas towns for sightseeing, window shopping, and trying out local restaurants. She also loved trips to the beach and treasured early morning walks along the ocean, where she found peace and spiritual inspiration. We dearly miss our beloved mother, whose unconditional love and guidance shaped our lives. Her memory will forever live on in our hearts. Mary is preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Merced Gutierrez; her son, Merced Gutierrez II; her sister, Rachel Williamson; and her brothers, Clemente Rivera Jr. and Ernesto Rivera. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving daughters: Deborah A. Gutierrez and wife Sara Orosco, Kathryn Cordova and husband Stephen, Michelle Moore and husband Ray, and Sharon Reynosa and husband David. She is also survived by her sisters, Bertha Galan, Rosalinda Sajdak, and Mary Grace Rodriguez; her brothers, Helidoro Rivera, Ricardo Rivera, Reynaldo Rivera, Rodolfo Rivera, and Roberto Rivera; her treasured grandchildren, Joshua De Leon, Roland Moore, and Madeline De Leon; her precious great-granddaughters, Leiana De Leon and Regal Moore; and numerous other loving family members and friends. Mary’s legacy of love, faith, and kindness will remain with all who knew her. In lieu of flowers the family ask that you humbly consider making a donation to the Susan G. Komen Foundation www.komen.org in their mother's honor.

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Mary H. Gutierrez

November 20, 1938 - June 30, 2025