Mayita Cocio

I lost my grandma, Mayita Cocio, around Thanksgiving, and it's been really hard. She wasn't just my grandma—she pretty much raised me. She was the one who showed up for me every single day, and I owe so much of who I am to her.

Music was a big part of her life. She was really good at it—whether it was singing, playing, or just being around it, music was always there with her. It was something she took seriously and passed down through how she lived, not just through words. I learned a lot just by watching her.

The holidays, especially Thanksgiving, feel really different without her. That time of year was always centered around her, and now there's this quiet space where she used to be. It's hard. But even with all the sadness, I'm grateful. I got to be raised by someone as steady and strong as her. She gave me so much, and I'll always carry that with me.

I miss her more than I can say.

I knew Mayita as my neighbor. I wish we would have been able to know each other better but unfortunately because of our dogs ( theirs and ours) fued we didn't. I never thought something like that would happen to her. My prayers are with Rudy and the family. Life is too short and should always be treasured. She no doubt will be missed by many. Rest in peace.

My condolences to the Cocio family. I worked with Mayita at DSS, our fashionista. I will never forget the time we had an irate customer, spitting , yelling and threatening us. Mayita positioned herself unbeknownest to the client behind them as I stood in front. We de-escalated the situation quickly and high fived each other ( LOL ) after client left the building. We would not be bullied. It bonded us more as co-workers. She will be missed. My prayers are with you all at this time.

Always TJ and the Bonds Family

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