Alina Perez, age 66, died peacefully in the company of her life partner on July 6th, 2021 at their home in Hollywood, Florida after a courageous battle with cancer.
Alina was born December 6, 1954 in Havana, Cuba to Rosa and Juan Perez. She and her family moved to Florida in the 1960s. She lived most her life in Miami, Florida. She was retired from a long and successful career as an Asylum Officer with the Department of Homeland Security.
Alina is survived by her other half, Barbara Perry; her siblings, Ileana and Juan Jose Perez; nieces and nephews, Eileen M. Alvarez, Jennie Chavez, Juankarlo Perez, and Javier Perez; numerous cousins, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Besides spending time with her beloved family, friends and pets, Alina had a passion for traveling, visiting the beach and dining out. When home, she enjoyed hosting festive and memorable gatherings for her loved ones. She lived and loved life to the fullest. Alina had a bright and energetic personality. She touched many lives with her unconditional generosity and always positive outlook.
Family, friends and former co-workers are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Friday, July 23rd beginning at 2pm at Our Lady of Mercy Cemetery (Main Chapel), located at: 11411 NW 25th Street, Doral, FL. Service will be followed by burial at 3pm. Masks required.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. https://donate.lls.org
Arrangements entrusted to: Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 6400 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33024.
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Marilyn Spalter
July 15, 2021, 1:31 pm
I am absolutely heart broken to learn of Alina’s passing. I can’t even find the words to express my sadness. May she rest in peace and no longer be in pain. Barbara, may you and the entire family find the strength to get through this very difficult time. Marilyn (Kaplan) Spalter
Sandra Umana
July 15, 2021, 3:28 pm
Mi querida Alina, has sido para mi tan especial, siempre tan gentil, siempre dispuesta a ayudarme, siempre una palabra amable, voy a extrañar conversar contigo y reirme de las travesuras de Bambulina, pero se que ahora estas descansando y tranquilita junto a Dios y tus papitos, descansa Alina, porque se que tu lugar en el cielo lo tienes ganado, y se que desde donde estas vas a velar siempre porque Barbara y tu familia esten bien y tranquilos!!
Vuela alto Alina, descansa.
Patricia Jones
July 15, 2021, 4:16 pm
Alina you were always so full of joy and knew how to make everyone laugh! I will miss you and always think of the fun times we shared together. Thank you for always being your energetic self, being so authentic and kind.
Marilyn Gonzalez
July 15, 2021, 8:31 pm
Alina, you taught me things that will benefit me for the rest of my life. Thank you for being a significant part of my life, and guiding me when I’ve needed it. Thanks to you, I had a great career in law enforcement and always surrounded myself with good people.
Your life was far too short, but it made a big impact on the world. I’ll always remember you.
Barbara, words can’t express how heartbroken I am of Alina’s passing. I hope you find comfort in the great memories you share with her.
Kathleen
July 15, 2021, 8:35 pm
Dear Barbara and Alina’s family,
Alina was so gracious and a wonderful hostess the few times I visited from Northern Virginia. I’m sorry I did not have a chance to know her better. With sympathy for your loss.
Kathleen (Barbara’s cousin)
Diana Gritz
July 16, 2021, 10:11 pm
Though I’ve known Barbara since we were 16 and were in high school I never had the pleasure of meeting Alina but I do know they have made each other happy for 34 years. That’s a lasting love. 💕💕
Barbara, may you find comfort in your family and friends knowing that you are loved by us all.
Stay strong my long time friend.
Diana
Olga Martinez
July 18, 2021, 6:45 pm
Alina,
You came and touched the world with so much kindness, authentic love and immeasurable wit. Your compassion for others unmatched…….an amazing soul that blessed and honored me with sweet friendship for what seems like a lifetime. I will miss you so, always to remain in my heart.
Barb, Ileana, Juan and to the whole family, my deepest condolences.
“If there ever comes a day we can’t be together, keep me in your heart,
I’ll stay there forever. “
– A. A. Milne
Edna
July 21, 2021, 4:30 pm
Barbara,
My sincere condolences to you and the family. Alina was a special person with the sweetest spirit. I truly enjoyed my visit to your home and the hospitality I received. I also enjoyed hearing of all the stories of you two and my dear sister Aloria. God bless you and my prayer is that you gain peace and comfort as time goes on.