Maria Gomez of Irrigon passed away on Feb. 2, 2021 in Richland, Wash. at the age of 65.
She was born on July 24, 1955 in Harlingen, Texas to Francisco and Cecelia (De La Garza) Serrato.
Maria grew up and attended school in Fredericksburg, Texas. She met Albert Gomez in Texas, and the couple traveled to Eastern Washington and Oregon for seasonal agriculture work for many years. The couple were united in marriage in Pasco, Wash. on Dec. 18, 1975. The couple moved to Eastern Oregon permanently in the mid-1980s, making Irrigon their home since that time.
Maria worked as a teacher’s assistant for A.C. Houghton Elementary School for several years. She currently worked as a lead energy service coordinator for CAPECO in Hermiston, where she had been employed for 15 years.
Maria enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed dancing, crocheting, cooking and taking photos. She had a strong faith in God.
She is survived by her husband, Albert; daughters, Noelia Hernandez, Amy Gomez, Jennifer Gomez and Amber Gomez; sons, Mark Gomez, AJ Gomez, Andrew Gomez and Aaron Gomez; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; mother, Cecelia De La Garza; brothers, Hayme and Ralph; sisters, Cecelia, Lisa, Olga, Janie, Blance and Teresa; and many nieces and nephews and extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her father, Francisco and a grandson, Tristen.
A private family gathering will be held.
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.
