PEREZ, Maria M., 62, passed away on March 14, 2013. She was a pharmacist for over 35 years and was a member of Nativity Roman Catholic Church in Brandon, FL. Maria was preceded in death by her father, Jose Miranda. She is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Steve Perez; daughters Julie Bianchi (Tony) and Kelly Fox (Robby); mother Evelia C. Miranda; brother Jose F. Miranda and grandchildren Alexia, Alyssa, Monica, Joey, and one more on the way. A visitation will be held on Monday March 18, 2013 from 5 to 9PM at Gonzalez Funeral Home. A funeral mass will then be held on Tuesday March 19, 2013 at Nativity Catholic Church with interment to follow at Myrtle Hill Memorial Park. Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to Nativity Catholic Church, 705 E. Brandon Ave, Brandon, FL 33511.