Berge Pappas Smith
Berge Pappas Smith

Maria Del Carmen Dominguez Flores

maria del carmen flores

January 2, 1936 ~ December 31, 2024

Born in: Laredo, Texas
Resided in: Fremont, California

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, María del Carmen Domínguez Flores, who left us on December 31, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on January 2, 1936 in Laredo Texas Carmen lived a life full of love, devotion, and kindness.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, José Alfonso Flores who passed away in 2019, and is survived by her brother, Mario Domínguez, and her eight children: María Donato, José Flores, Sara Domínguez Flores, John Flores, Blanca Flores, Rose Thomas, Isabel Merritt, and Ramón Flores. Her legacy lives on through her six grandchildren: Susana Donato, Gabe Donato, Erica Donato, Jessica Flores, Ashley Thomas, and Taylor Merritt.
Carmen’s life was one of devotion to her family, and her greatest joy came from making those around her feel loved and cherished. A humble, kind, and generous soul, she was known for her incredible cooking—especially her tamales, menudo, and tortillas, which were the heart of every family gathering. Whether in the kitchen or around the table, Carmen’s food was more than just nourishment; it was an expression of her love, a way for her to care for and bring together her family. To her nieces and nephews, she was affectionately known as Tía Carmen, and they will forever remember the warmth and laughter that filled her home as she served her delicious meals.
Carmen’s love extended beyond the kitchen. She enjoyed spending time with her family, playing lotería, and simply being present for those she loved. Her spirit was a constant source of light, and her humble heart touched everyone who knew her. Her generosity, warmth, strength and kindness will never be forgotten.
Carmen was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend who leaves behind a legacy of love, family, and tradition. One of Carmen’s most beautiful attributes is that she was a very embracing and accepting human being, who loved unconditionally. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life, and she strived daily to live up to its teachings with unwavering dedication and grace. Though she is no longer with us, her memory will live on in the stories we share, the food we prepare, and the love we continue to pass down through the generations.
Rest in peace mom you will always be in our hearts

Services

Vigil/Rosary: January 24, 2025 6:00 pm

Room: Garden Chapel

Berge Pappas Smith Chapel of the Angels
40842 Fremont Blvd.
Fremont, CA 94538
510-656-1226
https://www.bergepappassmith.com

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Funeral Mass: January 25, 2025 10:00 am

Room: Church

Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish
41933 Blacow Rd.
Fremont, CA 94538
510-657-4043

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Burial: January 25, 2025 11:30 am

Room: Graveside

Irvington Memorial Cemetery
41001 Chapel Way
Fremont, CA 94538
510-656-5800

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  4. Tia, you will be missed. I will cherish the times we spent at family gatherings, laughing and playing games. Love you

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  5. I Love you Mother thank you for everything being such a loving caring wonderful person ❤️ cherishing every memories and photos we have & Happy to say glad i Look like you .. Love Always daughter Sara & Jessica

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  6. Our condolences to the Dominguez/Flores family. My beautiful cousin Carmen. I’m so glad my wife,Tricia, and I got to visit her in October before she passed. She was a wonderful and generous person. Grandma Sarita used to call her “La cosinera” cause she was always in the kitchen cooking for everybody. My family and I used to visit her mother, tia Lela, quite often when I was in the Navy stationed at Moffett Field, California and it was always a great pleasure to see all the Dominguez family. May God have a special place for her and may she rest in peace.

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  7. Dear Mom, words can hardly capture the heartbreak I feel. It’s so hard to imagine my world without you in it—without your love, your hugs , your warmth, and that beautiful smile that always brightened my days. Your love has shaped my world in ways I can’t fully put into words. You gave me strength, warmth, and a sense of belonging that will stay with me forever. I am so blessed to have had you as my mother, and I will carry the light of your love with me always. Until we meet again, I will cherish every moment we had together and treasure the precious memories we created throughout the years .You will always be deeply missed and never forgotten. I’ll love you forever, Rose

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  8. To my dear cousin Carmen’s family, our heartfelt condolences to everyone. Your mother is in heaven with our dear Lord, she is living in His kingdom with no more pain and is reunited with your Dad and family members, celebrating with them and being welcomed with open arms. Many blessings and prayers to all of you during this time of loss for your Beautiful Mother. Your cousins Maria Baldazo Dominguez and Jimmy Baldazo

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  9. My dearest Tia Carmen. I do not know how I was so lucky, how we were ALL so lucky to have been blessed with such a beautiful soul in our lives. The love you always showed all of us, the laughter and most importantly the faith. You inspire me every day to be a better person and to always look to our Lord. Your unwavering love for our Lord and the way you truly showed anyone that they mattered is something I will never forget. I will miss visiting you and feeling your hugs and hearing your laughter, I know you are with your family and my Mom, Delia, now. Thank you for everything you did for me, it has meant more than you will ever know. I will love you always and never forget you.
    Love- Claire, Paula, Jake and Caden Ormonde.

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  10. Rest in peace mi Tia. You were a beautiful person inside and out. The memory of you will live on in all of us, for the love you shared with us all will be forever cherished. Say hello to mi Tio.

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  11. Hi Flores Family,

    Our deepest Condolences & prayers to you all.
    We remember your family growing up on Gatewood St. We were your neighbors behind you, Our mother’s would be talk through the fence & sometimes drink coffee together, My parents moved away in 1985 & I use to play with mostly Maria. But your Mom was a beautiful & nice Lady. May she rest in Peace & know now she is with your Father.
    Take care & May Bless each & very one one of you.
    Past Neighbors Rosie

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  12. Mom, you were a humble, kind, and generous soul, your love made our family whole. In your kitchen, recipes would unfold, Tamales, tortillas, and stories told. In every hug you gave, we felt your boundless care, and your warm beautiful smile ever so rare. Our precious moments, forever engraved. In our hearts, your love is eternally saved. A sense of belonging that will never fade, in your home the foundation of love was laid. You worried and cared when we were ill, Your gentle hands, and a soothing will. Everyday your love shined, A mother so precious, a gift from the divine. In prayerful whispers, faith did grow, your life a testament, a constant glow. A soul so faithful, forever bright, you prayed for us on the warmest days and on the chilliest nights. You’ll forever be in our hearts, and when we reunite, we’ll never be apart. We were so blessed to have had you as our mother, your love will be with us like no other. Though now you’re gone at such a heavy cost, your memory remains forever embossed. In every laugh, in every tear, your spirit whispers, “I am here.” And now, every night when I pass by your door, I can still hear your say “I love you more”.

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  13. From the moment I met you, I knew I was meeting someone truly special—someone whose warmth, kindness, and love would have a lasting impact on my life. The hug you gave me that first day we met is something I’ll never forget. It was the kind of embrace that spoke volumes—of love, acceptance, and warmth.
    You had this incredible gift of making everyone feel like family, and that’s exactly what you did for me. I am forever grateful for the countless moments of love you shared with me, Rose and Ashley.
    Your love and kindness were never conditional, always open and genuine. You were not only a mother to your children but a mother to all who entered your life. I will cherish the memories we have shared.
    Rest in peace, and know that your love will continue to live on in all of us who were fortunate enough to know you.
    With love,
    Larry

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  14. With tearful, joyful and eternal loving gratitude to Our Creator for having me be born to this incredible, and profound loving woman. Ma, you know my heart. Pray for us until we meet again.

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  15. Dear Mrs. Flores,
    It was such an honor to make your acquaintance and I’m so grateful to get to know you in this wonderful lifetime.
    You have such a lovely family.
    I will miss you until we meet again.

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  16. Dear Grandma,
    I love you and will miss you so much. I have so many happy memories of visiting you and Grandpa. From when I was very little until now, I have always felt safe, comfortable, and loved whenever I saw you. I remember making tortillas and sharing sour candy with you when I was little, and how you would always touch my face with so much love whenever I saw you. Your heart radiates warmth and kindness, and your strength and devotion are gifts that inspire me and help me up when I feel down. You made everyone around you feel special, and I will always remember how special my Grandma Flores is.
    Ashley

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  17. Ma. I will miss you profoundly. Your laughter, jokes, food, smile and most of all Hugs have always made me fee sol safe. Your UNCONDITIONAL love that you and Pa showed, is the best gift you have given me,(given us all). I will always love and miss you. I am so grateful for your unconditional love. I love you with all my heart. Your baby son, Ramon- (Osito bear)

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  18. Mom, I thank God every day for the blessing of being your daughter. The love you and Dad shared will always fill my home—a love that is eternal and unconditional. Your care, wisdom, and unwavering devotion have shaped who I am, providing me with a foundation that will continue to guide me. I am so grateful for your presence every step of the way as we raised Ashley. From the moment she came into my life, I experienced the depth of a mother’s love, and you were the most beautiful example of that. Family was your greatest joy, and I’m so grateful for the way you taught us the true value of family bonds and connections. Your love will live on forever, and your spirit will never fade. You will always be my guiding light.
    All our love
 Rose, Larry, and Ashley

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