Sophia Madariaga passed away on February 8, 2009. She was the wife to Lawrence Madariaga, Pechanga tribal member, eldest of the Hunter family. Sophie was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She always had a smile and enjoyed having her children and grandchildren around. Living on the Pechanga reservation for over 60 yrs. she could tell you many stories of the families who came and went. She always had an open door to all those that came by. When our own children left Sophia’s house they were usually fed and could feel the love the family had for each other. Sophia will be greatly missed by all whose life she has touched. Rest in Peace Sophia.
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My condolences to the Madariaga
Family. I will miss the long talks
and the great story's Sophia told me about the family and friends, with her great smile and her sense of humor she always made me feel welcome. What a beautiful women.
You will be missed Sophia
REST IN PEACE
Mark Lucero
God bless the Madariaga family. Sophia you were a special women. We will miss your smile.
My condolances and prayers go out to Lawrence and the Madariagas during this time.
Rest in peace Sophia you will be greatly missed.
ALthough we did not get the pleasure to meet Mrs. Madariaga, we know the pain and struggle she had to endure by the oppresive tribal governments.
Our family sends love in all our prayers for the entire Hunter family and Mrs. Sophia Madariaga.
As your Kumyaay brothers and sisters we will stand beside all of those who have been denied their birth rights and civil rights.
The Alto Family
Very sorry to hear of your loss.
It will be in her memory, and so many like her who died pre-maturely without recognition or civil rights protections, that todays generation will find answers to correct civil rights violations in indian country, and be warry to not fall victim to succoumbing to the same pressures and enticements that current tribal leaders have not been able to combat among themselves.
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