Maria Esther Bonilla Torres

Maria E. Bonilla Torres, 95, of Spencer, Massachusetts (formerly of Worcester and Puerto Rico), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, surrounded by loved ones gathered at her bedside.

Maria was born in Orocovis, Puerto Rico, daughter of Gabriel Bonilla and Enedina Torres.  She was raised in various parts of Puerto Rico, where she married the love of her life, Inocencio Gomez, with whom she had 10 children.    Together they raised their 10 children with hard work, faith and devotion until the passing of Inocencio Gomez in 1995.  While raising her children, Maria held various jobs until retiring as an employee of the Senior Center in Orocovis, Puerto Rico. 

After the passing of her husband, Maria moved to Worcester, Massachusetts in order to be closer to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren with whom she made lasting memories for last 25 years.

Maria is survived by her 10 children: Lydia Figueroa Bonilla (of Trujillo, PR), Jose Gomez, Antonio Gomez, Maria Teresa Gomez (of Orocovis, PR), Heriberto Gomez, Santos Gomez, Ismael Gomez, Luis Gomez, Rosita Gomez and Santa Gomez (of Worcester, MA), 27 grandchildren, 51 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her younger brother, Angel Luis Bonilla of San Juan, PR and predeceased by her older sister: Maria Diaz Torres.

Maria was lovingly considered the “Queen” of her family.  Her devotion to her family was constantly shown through her constant guidance, wonderful home cooked meals and full home.  Maria was a beautiful person and amazing soul.  She enjoyed the simple pleasures of life; spending time with family and friends and cooking for everyone who stepped foot in her home.  Her unwavering faith kept her grounded and helped her through life’s challenges.  Maria’s passing leaves a void in our hearts, but her loving and caring soul will never be forgotten.

A period of calling hours will be held on Tuesday, June 29^th from 9:30 am – 11:00 am in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, followed by her funeral service.  Burial will be at St. John Cemetery.