Cecilia Martinez Londono, 84, passed away peacefully on March 31st, 2026, at her son's home in Branchburg, New Jersey, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in San Gil, Santander, Colombia, and spent much of her early life in Bucaramanga. After marrying, she raised her children in Valledupar before moving to the United States on March 30, 1983, where she later made her home in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.

Cecilia dedicated her life to caring for others, both as a devoted homemaker and through her work helping families create warm, welcoming homes. Her true passion, however, was her own family. She found her greatest joy in bringing loved ones together, creating lasting memories through gatherings filled with laughter, love, and her incredible cooking. She was especially known for her famous oxtail stew (cola), a favorite that will be remembered and cherished by all who had the privilege of sitting at her table.

She is survived by her three sons: Cesar and his wife Barbara, Carlos and his wife Yeni, and Raul and his wife Adriana; her beloved grandchildren, Briana, Zachary, Cayle, Luke, Francisco, Isabella, and Daniel, and opened her arms to two additional grandchildren as her own, Mariana and Joseph; and her dear siblings, Nestor, Gerardo, Connie (Conchita), Gloria, Leonor, and Alonso; as well as many cherished nieces and nephews.

Cecilia's legacy is one of love, strength, and unwavering devotion to family. She taught those around her the importance of togetherness, tradition, and showing up for one another in every moment—big or small.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, April 7, at 11:00 AM, at Our Lady of the Mount (The Chapel), located at 167 Mt. Bethel Road, Warren, New Jersey.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in honor of "Lita Londono" at:

https://donate.cancer.org/?campaign=honormemorialbutton&lang=en

She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten. Her family will continue to grow stronger, guided by the love and unity she instilled in all of them.

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