Mary Ibanez

Mary V. Ibanez died at the at the age of 75, just four days before her 76th birthday, on June, 7th 2022. Mary was born in Madrid, Spain and her parents and siblings emigrated to Venezuela in 1951, when she was only five years old. She was a very proud person since she was a little girl - a quality she would possess throughout her life. A bit stubborn at times, she had a persistent personality. It was this persistence and tenacity that allowed her, often, to get her way in life. Mary came to the USA in in 1982 with her two children, Roberto and Alejandro. Without the advantage of being fluent in the new language, it was a struggle for Mary to settle down and bring up a family. But her persistence and tenacity lead her to her first position in the Banking Industry with Banco de Venezuela. She went on to work for Banco Union, followed by the Standard Charter, finishing her 30 year carrier in BCI (Banco de Credito e Inversiones) as Manager of Business Accounts. She had 4 siblings, Adelina, Miguel Angel, Paloma and Josemary - she was the one in the middle. Mary’s brother Miguel Angel preceded her in death, approximately 20 years ago. Mary’s son, Roberto, also predeceased her, going to be with the Lord 7 years ago. Mary leaves behind her devoted husband, Raul, her beloved son, Alejandro and his wife Corinne, and five beautiful grandchildren, Rainey, Adela, Mares, Selene and Xavier. As well as, an exceptional daughter in law, Ronise. Her siblings Adelina, Paloma and Josemary, along with many nephews and nieces, will miss her very much because she was very special to all of them. Mary was diagnosed with dementia a few years back which developed into progressive Alzheimer’s Disease. During the early stages of her disease, she used to repeat: “No me merezco esto…” (I don’t deserve this). Raul took care of her during all of the stages of this relentless disease, until the very last moment. Throughout that difficult time, during her fleeting moments of lucidity, she used to say to him: “Thank you for all you do for me” (Gracias por todo lo que haces por mi). Mary died of a massive heart attack that prevented her from any further pain or suffering. Mary was loved my almost everyone that got to know her and admired by many. She will be greatly missed! May God keep her in His Glory!

Mary Ibanez

June 7, 2022