Quiros, Carmen Lilia
Carmen Lilia Quirós Ospina, 77, joined our Heavenly Father on Good Friday, April 10, 2020 at Morristown Medical Center. Mrs. Quirós was born on February 12, 1943 in Tumaco, Colombia. She grew up in a large family with 10 siblings. After finishing high school, she married Wilson Quirós on September 30, 1964 in Cali, Colombia.
Following the birth of their first son, Wilson immigrated to The United States in March of 1971 and Carmen followed in January of 1972. They settled in Dover, NJ where they continued to grow their family and lay down roots. Mrs. Quirós Ospina briefly worked at Levolor Window Shades and Thatcher Glass. She spent most of her life as a homemaker and enjoyed sewing and playing cards with family in her free time.
She dedicated her life to her family while maintaining her Colombian roots for her children to carry on. A humble woman with a strong faith in God. She was a dedicated wife, a loving mother, and adored her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Wilson Quirós, their 4 children, Wilson J. Cortez, Gilbert Quirós, Jean Paul Quirós, Karen A. Herrera, and 3 grandchildren, and 4 siblings.
Private arrangements are under the direction of the Smith-Taylor-Ruggiero Funeral Home One Baker Ave. (Rt. 46) Dover, NJ. Online condolences may be offered through www.smith-taylor-ruggierofuneralhome.com
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