"Mario always wanted me to speak fluent Spanish. I always pretended to understand and tried to speak it to him when I could using google translate or just memorizing phrases. We always laughed at the results when he answered me in Spanish and I had no clue what he was saying. We had great buffet dinners together sometimes thinking we were in an eating contest to see who would eat more. I recently asked him how long he thinks he will live. Mario told me he didn't know, it's not in his hands and not for him to decide that. I believe you left us too soon. You will be missed. "
In loving memory of
Mario Heredia Perez
February 26, 1931 - April 4, 2015
Mario Ernesto Heredia Pérez, 84, residing in Hollywood, Florida when he passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at Memorial Regional, in the company of his daughter Elena.
Mario was born in Duvergé, Dominican Republic, on February 26, 1931. He was the son of Esporminio Heredia and MarÃa Erodina Pérez de Heredia. Mario graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo. During his life Mario taught mathematics to students in high school and worked as a land surveyor and topographer. He also carried out various projects in his native Dominican Republic, building roads and bridges in addition to many family houses. He was an excellent draftsman and a fine engineer; he would not compromise safety and solid foundations, and was always committed to the goal of a well-finished job. Mario would frequently be found sketching the next house he would like to build.
His survivors include his companion Rosa, his children, Bernardo Antonio, Juan Rafael, Esteban, Elena, José, Aida LucÃa and Juan Bautista. Mario was blessed with many beloved grandchildren: Diana, Cynthia, Juan Carlos, Angie, Héctor, Carla, Mario, Andrew, Ruben, Irene (deceased), Miguel, Gabriela and Josiah.
Tributes
"We are so sorry for the loss of your dear one and our heartfelt sympathy to the family. May you always remember the beautiful memories shared and keep the hope of seeing your beloved one again in the near future. God promises that "those in the memorial tombs will hear Jesus' voice and come out" John 5:28. May you find peace and comfort in God's loving words to us. "
"Please accept my sincere condolences. I'm very sorry for your loss. During this time of great sorrow may you draw comfort from fellow family members and friends. Acts 24:15 tells us, "There is going to be a resurrection." As you reflect on this future promise of being reunited with your dear loved one may you be comforted during this very difficult time."
"Please accept my condolences for your loss. There is no worse pain than losing a loved one to death, I also want to share with you the hope that we find in the following Bible verses. God promise in Isaiah 25:8 these comforting word, "He will swallow up death for ever, and certainly wipe the tears from all faces. The Bible also says that God will wipe away the tears from our eyes and death will be no more, neither mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away (Rev. 21:3, 4). What great joy to be able to live forever without the fear of losing our loved ones again. It shall be as he has promise, for God can not lie, Titus 1:2. "