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In Loving Memory of Martha Lucia Arango Castillo En Amorosa Memoria de Martha Lucia Arango Castillo
Martha Lucia Arango Castillo, beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at the age of 67 in Pompano Beach, Florida.
Martha Lucia Arango Castillo, amada esposa, madre, hermana, hija y amiga, falleció en paz el 18 de junio de 2026 a la edad de 67 años en Pompano Beach, Florida.
Born on November 9, 1958, in Barrancabermeja, Colombia, Martha lived a life filled with love, laughter, faith, adventure, and devotion to her family.
Nacida el 9 de noviembre de 1958 en Barrancabermeja, Colombia, Martha vivió una vida llena de amor, alegría, fe, aventura y una profunda dedicación a su familia.
Martha was the loving wife of Juan Orlando Montero Fernandez and the proud mother of her two children, Paola Andres Yepes and Daniel Orlando Montero. Her greatest joy and proudest accomplishment was raising her children with unconditional love, strong values, resilience, and compassion. She gave everything she had for her family, and they remained the center of her world throughout her life.
Martha fue la amorosa esposa de Juan Orlando Montero Fernandez y la orgullosa madre de sus dos hijos, Paola Andres Yepes y Daniel Orlando Montero. Su mayor alegría y orgullo fue criar a sus hijos con amor incondicional, valores sólidos, fortaleza y compasión. Lo dio todo por su familia, quienes siempre fueron el centro de su vida.
She was the cherished daughter of Ercilia Castillo Camano and Jose Octavio Arango and a beloved sister to George Enrique Arango Castillo, Hector Julio Arango Castillo, Pedro Nel Arango Castillo, Jamie Arango Castillo, and Luis Eduardo Arango Castillo.
Fue la querida hija de Ercilia Castillo Camano y Jose Octavio Arango, y una amada hermana de George Enrique Arango Castillo, Hector Julio Arango Castillo, Pedro Nel Arango Castillo, Jamie Arango Castillo y Luis Eduardo Arango Castillo.
Those who knew Martha will forever remember her radiant smile, her infectious laughter, her vibrant personality, and her incredible sense of humor. She was happy, outgoing, adventurous, and full of life. She loved dancing, cooking, traveling with her daughter, enjoying great food, sharing moments with loved ones, and caring for her beloved dogs.
Quienes tuvieron la dicha de conocer a Martha siempre recordarán su hermosa sonrisa, su contagiosa risa, su gran personalidad y su extraordinario sentido del humor. Era alegre, sociable, aventurera y llena de vida. Le encantaba bailar, cocinar, viajar con su hija, disfrutar de buena comida, compartir con sus seres queridos y cuidar a sus adorados perros.
Martha had a special gift for helping others. She lovingly cared for wounded and abandoned animals, nursing many back to health. Her compassion knew no limits, and her kindness touched countless lives.
Martha tenía un don especial para ayudar a los demás. Con amor y dedicación cuidó animales heridos y abandonados, devolviendo a muchos de ellos la salud y la esperanza. Su compasión no conocía límites y su bondad tocó innumerables vidas.
She also deeply loved her furry grandchildren: Mr. Hercules, Fabio, Bernie, Lucas, Louis, Rocky, and Mechis, who brought her companionship, unconditional love, and happiness throughout her life. Martha now joins Lucas, Louis, Rocky, and Mechis in Heaven, where they are surely overjoyed to welcome her home once again.
También amó profundamente a sus nietos peludos: Mr. Hercules, Fabio, Bernie, Lucas, Louis, Rocky y Mechis, quienes le brindaron compañía, amor incondicional y felicidad a lo largo de su vida. Hoy Martha se reúne en el Cielo con Lucas, Louis, Rocky y Mechis, quienes sin duda están felices de recibirla nuevamente en casa.
One of her favorite expressions was, "Dios mediante," a reflection of her trust in God's plan and her unwavering hope. Her family finds comfort knowing she is now at peace in God's presence and reunited with loved ones in Heaven.
Una de sus expresiones favoritas era: "Dios mediante", reflejo de su confianza en los planes de Dios y de su esperanza inquebrantable. Su familia encuentra consuelo al saber que hoy descansa en la paz de Dios y se encuentra reunida con sus seres queridos en el Cielo.
Martha was a hard worker, a fighter, and above all, a woman whose heart overflowed with love. Her legacy lives on through the family she adored, the people she helped, and the memories she created.
Martha fue una mujer trabajadora, luchadora y, sobre todo, una mujer cuyo corazón rebosaba amor. Su legado vive en la familia que tanto amó, en las personas que ayudó y en los recuerdos que creó.
Though our hearts are broken by her absence, we celebrate a life beautifully lived and a soul who gave everything for those she loved.
Aunque nuestros corazones sienten profundamente su partida, celebramos una vida hermosa y un alma que lo entregó todo por quienes amó.
Celebration of Life / Celebración de Vida
Family and friends are invited to gather in celebration of Martha's life on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a 6:00 PM funeral service in Boca Raton, Florida. Please contact the family for location details.
Familiares y amigos están cordialmente invitados a celebrar la vida de Martha el martes 23 de junio de 2026, de 4:00 PM a 8:00 PM en Boca Ratón, Florida. Por favor comuníquense con la familia para obtener los detalles del lugar.
"Dios mediante."
May she rest in eternal peace.Que descanse en la paz eterna.
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