Blanca, born Oct. 13, 1932 in Mazatlan, MX, peacefully passed away at home in Milpitas on Dec. 11, 2024 at the age of 92. She was the beloved Matriarch of La Familia Gutierrez. On April 23, 1958 she married her bigoton, Leobardo Paniagua Gutierrez. Together they had 7 children – Leo, Martha, Willie, Theresa, David, Nena & Robert, 15 grandchildren & 21 great grandchildren.
Blanca was known for her impeccable style, love for jewelry, dancing, and comidas deliciosas. She was an avid reader, enjoyed traveling and painting especially with her granddaughters. She was the life of the party. To know her was to love her. She cared deeply for her family & loved it most when everyone was together.
In her last days, the Lord’s promises provided her the peace & joy for the eternity that she now rests in. Viewing & visitation will be on Dec. 30th from 4-8pm & a Celebration of Life on Dec. 31st at 10am at Lima Family Mortuary.
