Maria Aledo Banegas

Maria Anita Banegas, but most knew her by "Annie", was 87 born in Phoenix, Arizona to Maria Aglay Aledo Lopez and Margarito Aledo on February 16, 1938. She is preceded in death by her parents, her brother Gilberto, Sister Teresita, Children Ramon, Teresa, Cecilia, Ernestine, Grandchildren Roy, Monica, Raymond and Great grandson Misael. She is survived by her brother Fidel Abilio, Daughters Carmen Escontrias, and Margaret Melendez. Annie has 17 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren, and a very long line of extended family she loved dearly.

Family near and far was the most important thing to her. Her strength, love, and generosity came naturally and so effortlessly. Her love for music, dancing, unity, and a good old time was something she made sure to pass down to us all. Annie's humor and laughter were contagious and unwavering. She is absolutely the queen to this family and will be missed tremendously but truly NEVER forgotten. Annie's life was a gift from God, and we are all grateful he saw fit to share such an amazing gift to our family.

Visitation will take place Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 10:00-11:00 AM at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM the same day, Saturday, November 22, 2025. Burial will be held at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery following services and a Celebration of Annie’s Life to follow after that.