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A. Socorro Gutierrez, affectionately referred to as “Coco” by friends and family, died on September 15th, 2025, in her home in Columbus, Georgia. Coco is survived by her husband Leopoldo Gutierrez, her daughter Evelyn (Michael), her sons: Rudy (Elvia) and Larry (Silvia), and her grandchildren: Shane, Trevor, Fyona, Paulina, and Alexa.
Coco was born on January 10th, 1937, in the city of Granada in Nicaragua, and later moved to Managua where she would start her family. Eventually, Coco would immigrate to the United States—fleeing political turmoil—and take her family with her where they would establish themselves in Virginia. After many years, however Coco would move to Georgia where she would ultimately settle with her daughter and family.
Laboring tirelessly to provide a better life for her household, Coco would never fail to spare time to perform selfless acts of service for her friends and community. Her unshakable faith and dedication to worship were ancillary to her devotion in living the central tenets of her faith.
Coco leaves behind a legacy of survival and strength: moving her family, working multiple jobs to support them and taking an active role in her grandchildren’s lives. Her strong familial ties, prominent membership in the church and loyal friendships are a testament to the life she strived to live.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the employees of Empyrean Hospice for their care and services for the duration of Coco’s illness. A service will be held at a later date.
Georgia Cremation-Columbus is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Nydia Velazquez says
Our love for the Lord knitted our spirits from the very first time we met so many many years ago. Those memories, laughs and conversations will live in me until we see each other again. The Bible mentions that
there is a friend that sticks closer than a brother (a sister in our case). I thank God for putting you in my life,
you made it so much richer, my sister in Christ. Enjoy His love,
Nydia
Anna Smith says
Coco, I thank God for your friendship. I will miss our time together. Thank you for your love for Jesus. You always shared His love with so many people. You will be greatly missed. However, I know that we will see each other soon.
Melida FB says
Yader & Melida Fletes B.
Doña Coquito, you will be deeply missed. We thank our Eternal Father for the blessing of knowing you and for the precious time you shared with us and the family. We will always treasure the memories and moments we spent together. Your words of wisdom and your biblical guidance will remain in our hearts. Our condolences to your family, and we are lifting them up in prayer.🌷🌷
Lissette Fletes says
Dona Coquito, we will miss you greatly, and I thank the Eternal for having placed you in my path, thank you for the love and affection that you gave to me and to my grandchildren, especially to Liam, your Liam as you called him, there are no words to express my most sincere condolences to your family, I will always carry with me all your words and the love for the Lord that you always taught me!
Clara Boyd says
Dear Coquito, I thank God for allowing me to know you and sharing part of your wonderful life. Your sweet words, great love for others, and profound love for Jesus Christ touched many lives, including mine. You have finished the race and are now in the presence of God, whom you served faithfully for many years. You will always be in my memories and in my heart until we meet again. 🙏🌷💐
Eyenid Vicuna says
My Dear Coquito
A Servant of the Lord. You planted a deep seed in our hearts with all your kindness and wisdom. I had the Honor to know you and share special moments together and laughing…now you are in the presence of the King of Kings who you serve in this terrenal life to. I will keep in my heart for all your advices inspired in your blessing life and the word of God. We will miss you. My condolences to your family specially your Daughter Evelyn who with all her love took care of you and your last days. God keep blessing her.
Until we meet again my Dear Coquito. Eyenid Vicuna
Ana ulloa says
Ana Ulloa
Coquito Thank you for your great love, and wonderful, strong, and inspiring woman, made a lásting impact with her kindness and grace. Dear Evelin, I’m praying for you and your Family strength and confort in Christ.
Thressia T Varkey says
May God grant her eternal rest and praying for grieving family.
Shiny Maliakal & Family says
Dear Coco,
You were filled with so much love, joy and light! You were always a family member to us and we will forever be grateful to have had you in our lives. Thank you for everything you have done for our family. We pray that you are enjoying Heaven – may your soul rest in peace. Love and prayers to your family!
Dave Taylor says
I miss you, mama. Your trips back to Virginia were always the best. Especially when you cooked! My wife and I will always love you and think of you each year
Magali says
Dios la tenga en su gloria.
A la Sra.Coco, la conocí en el estudio bíblico de la de la señora Carol.
Una linda persona amable y cariñosa.
Mi más sentido pésame a su familia.
Gracias.
Magali Vázquez
Marys Dumas says
❇️🕊️. Dios la tiene en Su Gloria..🙏🙏🙏
John Taylor says
Dear Coco , it was such a pleasure to have known such a kind and loving person that you were. All of us at the store would look forward to your visits to the store. The love for your faith , your children and grandchildren are unsurpassed. Rest in peace knowing that everyone that got to know you loved you.
Theresa Hopkins says
I can just see her basking in God’s Glory in a garden full of beautiful flowers. Coco was a TRUE servant of the Lord and I will miss my sweet friend very much. Love and prayers to Evelyn and the family <3