Doña María Morales Tirado, known as 'Mami', has died at the age of 107. Her story gained popularity on social media in 2017 when her grandson Julio César Lebrón shared her life and spirit with the world. At the time, 'Mami' was still working on the land around her home in the Camino Nuevo neighborhood of Yabucoa, despite being close to turning 100.
Her passing was confirmed through a message on the Facebook account 'Mami is my Attitude 4 a Lifestyle'. The message celebrated her life, saying she had the opportunity to celebrate her 107th birthday and 'attend the call of Lord Jesus Christ'. 'Mami' had previously celebrated her 100th birthday with a large party in September 2019, which was broadcast on Facebook and featured music for all tastes.
Her legacy will continue to bring love and wisdom to the world, according to the message.