Mary Louise Soto

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Mary Louise Soto
March 29 1927 – October 30 2023

Mary, 96 of Murrieta, California has joined her loving husband, Alfred Soto. Her family
surrounded her with love and shared fond memories as she said goodbye.

Mary was born in El Paso, Texas to Carlos and Catalina Pena. She had one sister, Delia
Lopez. The family relocated to California when she was a young girl. She met the love of
her life, Alfred Soto in 1946. They soon after welcomed four children, John, Rachel, Ernest
and Arthur.

Mary enjoyed being a stay at home mom, nurturing, cooking and raising her children.
She loved family barbecues, family vacations, cake decorating, 40s music and her
Mexican favorites; Mi Viejo San Juan by Javier Solis, Perfume de Gardenia by Sonora
Santatanera, Kealakekua Bay by Johannesburg Linstead, Sabor A Mi by Roberto Vasquez,
Ya Te Conocl by LA Internacional Sanora Santanera.

She is survived by her four children, twelve grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren
and three great great grandchildren.
She will be greatly missed by all of those who loved her.

Services

Funeral Service: November 30, 2023 10:30 am

England Family Mortuary
27135 Madison Avenue
Temecula, CA 92590

(951) 695-8555

Burial: November 30, 2023 1:00 pm

Riverside National Cemetery
22495 Van Buren Blvd
Riverside, CA 92518

951-653-8417

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    • Mama, I will miss you very much. I will always treasure our story time and you saying “Aye Nancy” then your laugh right after that 💔

    • No words can describe the gratitude I feel to God allowing you to be my Nana. You and I always had a special bond. I loved every moment I had with you. I will cherish our last moments. The thing I will miss the most is our weekly phone call and you answering addressing me as sweetheart., something Tata always did. I feel every minute I spent with you in the end gave me a chance to say goodbye since you had been ready and missed Tata so much. I know you felt like you were left behind but look Nana….they didn’t forget. I hope you are dancing in the sky with Tata, Ritchie and Grandma Mickey. Nana, I will miss you every second of every day. 💔

  1. Mama Mary,
    I will always treasure time spent with you! The facials and manicures gave us quality time and fun girl talk! You were an amazing woman with a wonderful personality. ❤️ Thank you for stepping in as a surrogate mother to your son Arts crazy girlfriends! We adore you! 🥰

  2. My Mother-In-Law was a sweet, beautiful, wonderful, caring, kind, strong, and amazing woman. Although It’s only been a few days since she left us, it doesn’t seem real. I know she’s in Heaven with her loved ones, enjoying eternal life, but my soul longs for her presence. She was beloved by her family, and everyone who was privileged to have met her. She always welcomed you with open arms, and made you feel at home. She was one-of-a-kind. Like a precious jewel. I will remember and cherish our special talks, and the many stories she shared regarding her life. I will miss her dearly. My only consolation is that I believe I will see her again one day in Heaven. Until then Mary, know that you were truly loved, and will never be forgotten.

  3. My brothers, sister, and I were very blessed to have our Mother at home throughout our childhood. What best describes our Mom is Proverbs 31 versus 10-15, The Virtuous Women. “Who can find a Virtuous Women for her worth is far above rubies. The heart of her husband safely trusts her. So he will have no lack of gain. She does him good and not evil all the days of her life. She seeks wool and flax and willfully works with her hands. She is like the merchant ships. She brings her food from afar. She also rises while it is yet night and provides food for her household.” When God and you gave me life I cried, and when you departed I cried once again. The Lord Jesus Christ promises in his word that this is only temporary. We will be together again in Heaven. Love and miss you, your son Ernie.

  4. Mary, I’m so thankful how the Lord put us together in a time where we needed each other. I needed a friend just as much as you did. I’ll always cherish the stories you shared of your childhood. Most importantly your kindness, friendship and laugh and trusting me to take care of you. I’ll miss you but I know I’ll see you again. For now, rest in the glorious presence of our Lord Jesus!

  5. May you rest in peace, but kick some clouds as you dance the days away. Love you Mary, you’ve always been a welcoming mom.
    Always a pleasure to see and talk with you.
    We were blessed to have you.
    Love
    Barbara and Maggie


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