In Memory Of Maria (Mary Jane) Dalagan-Cole

Hi Auntie Maria, Happy Birthday. I am sure you are dancing and singing in heaven right now. And hope you love the butterfly rings picture that we took in Santa Cruz. We miss you and we love you.

Maria, I am still in disbelief. I told Jo today, that I remembered when you called me and thanked me for naming her as the GodMother to my daughter. She didn't know we'd had that conversation. She was so touched. I also remember when you gave her the sage to give to me to burn when I moved into my house, to ward off any negativity that may have been there before me. Jo & Tony loved you very, very much. Though everyone here on earth will miss you, everyone is happy that you are at eternal ...» read more

I'm grateful to have known such a beautiful person. I loved your joyful laughter and playful spirit. You always brought fun wherever you went. Thanks for being such a loving friend. You will always be in my heart. We love you and miss you.

To the family of Maria, Maria was a fiery flame as I knew her - her laugh was infectious and she filled a room with her brightness. She was in my women's circle and filled a vast space within that container. My favorite time with Maria was movies - the kind of movies most middle aged women go to - she learned to laugh out loud - and from then on she never covered up - but abandoned herself from her emotional joy. I loved her. For those who are here on this earth - I join you in missing her...» read more

Words can not express the sadness we feel that we will not be seeing her on Sundays, or around town any longer. My heart aches for her family. Maria's smile shines on us like rays of sunlight, especially when she speaks of her family, and the extended family that she cares for. I always so appreciate Maria's gifts, her wise words, her positive outlook, her dance and song, and the treats she is forever sharing with us. She is an inspiration of truly living, and touching others souls. You are in o...» read more