April 5, 1932 - March 31, 2023

Maria Emilia Ayuso, known as Millie and Mami Mira to her loved ones, passed away peacefully in the afternoon of March 31, 2023, at Whittier Presbyterian Hospital. She was 90 years old.

Maria was born and raised in Puerto Rico and was an only child. In her 20’s, she moved to New York, where she resided for over 20 years. She also lived in Florida for a while and then settled in Downey, California with her daughter Darlene, her son-in-law David and grandson Tim.

In her free time, Maria enjoyed reading, cooking, baking, shopping, going to the casino and spending time with her family. She had a passion for gardening and an incredible green thumb. Her cooking brought joy to those around her.

In 2021, Maria was predeceased by her son Dennis, who had ALS. She sadly lost her husband Yoel in September 2022. They were married for 58 years. Maria is survived by her daughters, Darlene, Dianne, Brenda, Lorraine, Yvonne, her sons-in-law, her granddaughter, five grandsons and two great granddaughters. Maria will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. She will live on in our hearts. May she rest in peace.

Services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 1:30 pm at St Pius X in Santa Fe Springs.