Marta Iris Pagan, born and raised in New York, sadly passed away December 19, 2023, at the age of 58. Kind-hearted, generous, compassionate, and merciful, Marta Iris Pagan left a genuine and memorable mark everywhere she went. As a mother of five with a long line of grandchildren and great-grandchildren to follow, Marta was devoted to her family and friends. She preferred spending her days laughing and creating memories with her loved ones, often offering room in her home to anyone wishing to join in on the love. Marta had a unique spirit. Her death is a loss not only for those who knew her, but for those who did not get the chance; it is truly a delight to experience a soul like hers. Loving mother of Brenda Lee Vergeli, Miguel Angel Cruz Jr., Evelyn Auralia Ortiz, Miguel Angel Ortiz Jr. and Damiana Iris Cubilette. Beloved wela of Erica A. Cruz, Erydavi Cruz, Stephanie A. Cruz, Edison Cruz, Diamond M. Vergeli, Avery Rodriguez, Asaiah Cruz, Malakai Cruz, Austin Cruz, Darius Ortiz, Kylie Ortiz, Wynter Ortiz and Janpierre Ortiz Jr. Great-grandmother of Melina Jones. All are invited to gather, remember and celebrate Marta’s life on Friday December 29th at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19135 (between Unruh & Knorr Sts.) from 9:30am-11:00am. There will be a service in the funeral home at 11:00am. Further arrangements will be held privately by the family.
