Maria Susana Mendoya

Maria Susana Mendoya, 89, of Stamford passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at her home in Stamford. Funeral services for Maria will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at the Tankersley Funeral Home Chapel (807 Columbia) with Pastor Paul Wright officiating. Burial will follow at the Highland Memorial Cemetery in Stamford. The family will be receiving visitors at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5 until 7 p.m.

Maria was born May 24, 1928 in Taylor, Texas to Jesus and Conception Vargas Mendoya. Maria worked in housekeeping at the Stamford Memorial Hospital for several years. She was a lady who believed in staying busy and a perfectionist at keeping her home clean and welcoming as a gathering place for her family. She loved to quilt, sew and cook for her family. Maria was her family’s universe, being a simple, humble person who put others first. Her dog, Tator was her loyal companion and brought joy to her life.

Survivors include 3 daughters, Ortencia Acosta and husband Freddie, Margaret Delgado, Caroline Flores; her son, Feliz Acosta; 12 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren and other friends and relatives.

Online condolences may be made and viewed at www.tankersleyfuneralhome.com