MARIA REYES PIZARRO

July 3, 1939 - May 6, 2021

Maria Herminda Pizarro Reyes of Alexandria, Virginina, passed away peacefully on May 6th, 2021 at 6:15pm. Born in Gachala, Colombia on July 3rd, 1939. Daughter of Maria Dolores & Juan de Jesus. Survived by her son, Pedro L. Pizarro Jr. Mother-In-Law of Flor Yanila Ayala Yopan. Wife of Pedro L. Pizarro Sr. Beloved Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Dogs were her love and passion. Cooking was one of her many ways of showing you just how much she cared for you. She came to the United States in the late 50’s and became a citizen in the 70’s. First started working as a Nanny in Washington D. C. as she studied to become a professional hairdresser at Capitol Beauty Institue. In the mid-80’s she began her own cleaning business and remained self-employed till the end of her working days. Forever a shinning example of just how far a person can go as long as you are willing to put in the work.