In Loving Memory of Margaret H. L. Andrade
December 22, 1932 – June 12, 2026
Margaret H. L. Andrade passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She lived a life defined by faith, love, strength, and compassion.
She was preceded in death by her beloved firstborn son, Ignacio G. Andrade, Jr. Margaret is survived by her devoted husband, Ignacio; her son, Michael; and her daughter, Margaretanne (Dewayne Coloma). She also leaves behind nine grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren, and eight great-great-grandchildren, with one more joyfully anticipated.
For more than 37 years, Margaret proudly served as a bilingual aide with the Santa Maria Bonita School District, where she cherished helping students and their families. She also devoted many years to teaching catechism and sharing her deep love for the Lord Jesus Christ and His Blessed Mother, Mary.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and woman of unwavering faith, Margaret found joy in her family, gardening, crocheting, and admiring the beauty and colors of God's creation. She especially treasured the many adventures she shared with her daughter, Margaretanne, and her granddaughter, Margaretmarie, with whom she shared an unbreakable bond.
Her kindness, resilience, and loving spirit touched countless lives. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.
“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.”
— John 11:25–26
Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, June 29, 2026; followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Magner-Maloney Funeral Home. Mass will be 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at St. Louis deMontfort Church with interment following in the original section of the Santa Maria Cemetery.
