Carmen Arroyo
Carmen ArroyoOctober 16, 1939 – July 19, 2025Carmen Arroyo, age 85, a resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025.Born in Orocovis, Puerto Rico, on October 16, 1939, Carmen was a devoted mother, beloved matriarch, and the pillar of her family. She was the proud mother of eleven children: Carmen (Julio), Juan (Maria), Angel (Janet), Maria, Jose (Lucy), Ovidio (Jessica), Joel (Waleska), Israel, Roberto, Carlos (Jennifer), and Lissette (Juan Carlos Sr.).Carmen was a woman of deep faith and a dedicated Christian. Her unwavering belief in God shaped the way she lived her life — with grace, humility, and love. She shared that faith with her family, creating a strong spiritual foundation that continues to guide future generations.In addition to her love and dedication to her family, Carmen was wise and financially savvy. With a practical mind and disciplined spirit, she managed her home with intention and foresight. She passed that financial wisdom on to her children, who continue to honor her legacy through their own stability, hard work, and responsibility.Her love extended deeply to her grandchildren, who brought her great pride: Johanna, Jessica, Juan Arnaldo, Yajaira, Miguel, Jeanette, Joel Jr., Kerlynne, Brittney, Ashley, Andre Jr., Roberto Jr., Glorymar, Nicole, Jessenia, Angel, Juan Carlos, and Jose.Carmen was also blessed with a growing generation of great-grandchildren: Alina, Aaliyah, Braian, Shantal, Jasiel, Diego, Nayeli, Juan Arnaldo, Eliel, Vincent, Jahniece, Jahlissa, Nicole, Mia, Chloe, and Alana Carmen.Her legacy continues through her great-great-grandchildren: Bryangelis, Xavier, Aliann, and Dilany.Carmen was known for her resilience, kindness, and unconditional love for her family. Her home was always a place of comfort, prayer, and peace. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, wisdom, and strength that will live on in all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.She will be laid to rest in Philadelphia, the city she called home.“His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’”— Matthew 25:21Family and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Thursday evening, July 24th from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave. There will be another viewing on Friday morning from 10:00 am – 11:00 am with a prayer service starting at 11:00 am Burial to follow in Magnolia Cemetery.
Carmen Arroyo
16 de octubre de 1939 – 19 de Julio de 2025
Carmen Arroyo, de 85 años, residente de Filadelfia, Pensilvania, falleció en paz el 19 de Julio de 2025.
Nacida en Orocovis, Puerto Rico, el 16 de octubre de 1939, Carmen fue una madre devota, una matriarca querida y el pilar de su familia. Fue la orgullosa madre de once hijos: Carmen (Julio), Juan (María), Ángel (Janet), María, José (Lucy), Ovidio (Jessica), Joel (Waleska), Israel, Roberto, Carlos (Jennifer) y Lissette (Juan Carlos Sr.).
Carmen fue una mujer de profunda fe y una cristiana dedicada. Su firme creencia en Dios marcó la forma en que vivió su vida — con gracia, humildad y amor. Compartió esa fe con su familia, creando una base espiritual sólida que continúa guiando a las generaciones futuras.
Además de su amor y dedicación a la familia, Carmen fue una mujer sabia y financieramente prudente. Con una mente práctica y un espíritu disciplinado, supo administrar su hogar con intención y previsión. Esa sabiduría financiera la transmitió a sus hijos, quienes continúan honrando su legado a través de su propia estabilidad, esfuerzo y responsabilidad.
Su amor se extendió profundamente a sus nietos, quienes fueron motivo de gran orgullo: Johanna, Jessica, Juan Arnaldo, Yajaira, Miguel, Jeanette, Joel Jr., Kerlynne, Brittney, Ashley, Andre Jr., Roberto Jr., Glorymar, Nicole, Jessenia, Ángel, Juan Carlos y José.
Carmen también fue bendecida con una creciente generación de bisnietos: Alina, Aaliyah, Braian, Shantal, Jasiel, Diego, Nayeli, Juan Arnaldo, Eliel, Vincent, Jahniece, Jahlissa, Nicole, Mia, Chloe y Alana Carmen.
Su legado continúa a través de sus tataranietos: Bryangelis, Xavier, Aliann y Dilany.
Carmen fue conocida por su resiliencia, bondad y amor incondicional hacia su familia. Su hogar siempre fue un lugar de consuelo, oración y paz. Deja un legado de fe, amor, sabiduría y fortaleza que vivirá en todos los que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla y amarla.
Será sepultada en Filadelfia, la ciudad que llamó hogar.
Y su señor le dijo: Bien, buen siervo y fiel; sobre poco has sido fiel, sobre mucho te pondré; entra en el gozo de tu señor
— Mateo 25:21
La memoria de Carmen vivirá para siempre en los corazones de quienes la conocieron y amaron.
Had the privilege to know her since I was a child a kind loving lady that always spoke to anyone with love and purity I will miss her dearly I for sure know she is in heaven knowing that comforts me even thoug my heart still hurts
My grandmother was so loved my all of us. She will be missed but we will cherish all the moments we had with her.
My grandmother was so loved my all of us. She will be missed but we will cherish all the moments we had with her.
Had the privilege to know her since I was a child a kind loving lady that always spoke to anyone with love and purity I will miss her dearly I for sure know she is in heaven knowing that comforts me even thoug my heart still hurts