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Martha Suárez Olivarez, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones up until her final moments she was fighting against cancer, but in the end she went peacefully.
Martha was born on August 4, 1953 in Rio Hondo Mexico, where she spent her early years growing up to learn strong values that would guide her throughout her life.
Martha was known as a hardworking, loving, and devoted woman who always put her family first. She passed her lessons and traditions to those she loved . She was a proud mother who lovingly raised six children and a loving wife to her husband, Joaquin.
Throughout her life, Martha worked in child care and also spent many years as a devoted stay-at-home mother. She had the biggest heart for everyone around her to be treated as if they were her own family.
Martha was not only a beloved daughter and mother but also a cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. Her family was the center of her world, and she took great joy in watching generations grow and thrive.
One of Martha’s lifelong passions was crocheting, fishing, gardening, farming and overall a person who just loved being outside. Through her crochet work, she created many handmade pieces that will remain treasured reminders of her care and creativity.
Martha Suárez Olivarez will be remembered for her kindness, strength, dedication and all the love she gave her family. Her legacy lives on through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all those whose lives she touched.
She will continue to be a pillar and inspiration to her family and will be deeply missed and forever loved.
Funeral mass:
Friday, March 6, 202612:00PM
Holy Angels Catholic Church
402 S. Nottawa Street
Sturgis, MI 49091
Internment – Oak Lawn Cemetery
Arrangements by Hackman Family Funeral Homes.
