Margarita was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico to Monserrate Toledo and Juan Martinez.
She married Luis Molina (widowed) and emigrated to the United States in 1947. From New York she moved to South Jersey residing recently in Glendora, New Jersey.
Margarita is survived by her siblings William Martinez and Lydia Martinez; her children, Luis Molina, Jr. (Merlene); Rosa Molina; and Juan “Tony” Molina (Zenaida); grandchildren, Glorimar Erwin, Rene A Novoa, Michelle, Luis the III and Nathaniel Molina; great grandchildren, Glorylis and Edwin Aviles, Sofia Erwin and Evelyn G. Novoa and her beloved dog, protector and friend Paco.
During her life she worked as a seamstress in the Philadelphia region. She was a very hard worker, forging a better life for her children. In 1973 she moved back to her beloved island, returning in the '90s as all her children also resided stateside.
In 1963 she became a devout Jehovah’s Witness and remained faithful until her end. She now lays asleep awaiting the day to be called. John 5:25.
She was a loving, giving mother, always wanting the best for her children and their offspring. She was always jovial and happy, had the most wonderful disposition always. Her interest were music, reading, gardening and cooking.
She will be truly missed not only by her family but her many friends.
Due to the current pandemic, family will have a private memorial service.
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