Carmen Lydia Oliva

Carmen Lydia Oliva passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was a longtime resident of Stamford, CT. She was born in Lares, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter to the late Virgilio Arroyo and Virginia Martinez Reyes.

Carmen was happiest when she was with her family and friends. She knew how to put a smile on anyone's face and she had the most beautiful smile and laughter. She also loved spending time in the kitchen, creating the most delicious meals for everyone. She also loved to dance bachata and drinking her coffee. But most of all sh loved her family.

She is survived by her 5 children; Carmen Sanchez, Olga Sanchez, Wilfredo Sanchez, Robert Plaza and Belinda Plaza. Carmen is also survived by her 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 6 brothers and 4 sisters.

A special thank you to her brother Wilfredo Martinez, who was always there by her side caring for her and making sure she was good, with such kindness and dedication.

Carmen can now go be with the love of her life Alfredo Sanchez, the father of her 5 children.

You can shed tears that she is gone or you can smile because she lived. Until we meet again.

A visitation for Carmen will be held Saturday, January 20, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 2900 Summer Street, Stamford, CT 069054304, followed by a religious ceremony from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM.