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It is with great sadness that we share that Irma Leticia Juarez, lovingly known as Mima, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at her home in Guatemala.
Mima was born on December 21, 1957, in Guatemala City, the youngest of six children. She had a wonderful childhood surrounded by family and her loving and supportive parents. When her family applied for visas to immigrate to the United States, Mima was the only one approved. At just 19 years old, she made the brave decision to come to the United States alone, driven by the hope of building a better life and supporting those she loved back home.
In the United States, Mima worked tirelessly. She taught herself English by watching American television and learning on the job working in fast food restaurants, before beginning what would become her life’s calling – caring for children. She proudly became an American citizen in 1996, a milestone she cherished deeply.
Mima spent much of her life with Bob and Stacey Soloff and their two children, Jackie and Sophie. She became part of their family in 1989, when Jackie was born, and lived with them until 2018. During that time, she loved and raised Jackie and Sophie as her own.
Guided by her deep faith and belief in serving others, Mima devoted her life to giving. She worked for decades as a nanny, but her care extended far beyond any job description. She had an extraordinary love for children and an instinctive ability to make them feel safe, supported, and seen. She volunteered at schools, synagogues, and at her church, helped families on her block, and was always ready to give her time, energy, and heart wherever children were involved.
Although she built her life in the United States, Mima remained connected to her family in Guatemala and she worked hard to support her siblings and extended family. She returned to Guatemala many times over the years, maintaining strong ties to her roots, culture, and faith, which she shared generously with others.
Last year, Mima retired and returned to Guatemala to be with her family while managing health challenges. She was deeply religious, and her faith was a constant source of strength and comfort throughout her life. It brings peace to know that she is now in her final resting place, reunited with her beloved parents.
Mima’s life was defined by hard work, generosity, faith, and an unwavering commitment to others. She touched countless lives through her kindness, devotion, and quiet strength.
We have created this website to honor Mima’s life and to invite all who knew her to share memories and photos. We know she would have loved hearing from those whose paths she crossed.
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Con profunda tristeza, comunicamos el fallecimiento de Irma Leticia Juárez, cariñosamente conocida como Mima, quien falleció pacíficamente el 24 de diciembre de 2025 en su casa en Guatemala.
Mima nació el 21 de diciembre de 1957 en la Ciudad de Guatemala, la menor de seis hermanos. Tuvo una infancia maravillosa rodeada de su familia y de sus padres, quienes la amaban y la apoyaban incondicionalmente. Cuando su familia solicitó visas para emigrar a Estados Unidos, Mima fue la única a la que se le aprobó. Con tan solo 19 años, tomó la valiente decisión de venir sola a Estados Unidos, impulsada por la esperanza de construir una vida mejor y apoyar a sus seres queridos en su país.
En Estados Unidos, Mima trabajó incansablemente. Aprendió inglés de forma autodidacta viendo televisión estadounidense y trabajando en restaurantes de comida rápida, antes de comenzar lo que se convertiría en su vocación: el cuidado de niños. Con orgullo, se convirtió en ciudadana estadounidense en 1996, un logro que atesoró profundamente.
Mima pasó gran parte de su vida con Bob y Stacey Soloff y sus dos hijas, Jackie y Sophie. Se unió a su familia en 1989, cuando nació Jackie, y vivió con ellos hasta 2018. Durante ese tiempo, amó y crió a Jackie y Sophie como si fueran sus propias hijas.
Guiada por su profunda fe y su convicción de servir a los demás, Mima dedicó su vida a ayudar a otros. Trabajó durante décadas como niñera, pero su cuidado iba mucho más allá de cualquier descripción de trabajo. Tenía un amor extraordinario por los niños y una habilidad innata para hacerlos sentir seguros, apoyados y valorados. Fue voluntaria en escuelas, sinagogas y en su iglesia, ayudó a familias en su vecindario y siempre estaba dispuesta a brindar su tiempo, energía y cariño dondequiera que hubiera niños.
Aunque construyó su vida en Estados Unidos, Mima se mantuvo conectada con su familia en Guatemala y trabajó arduamente para apoyar a sus hermanos y familiares. Regresó a Guatemala muchas veces a lo largo de los años, manteniendo fuertes lazos con sus raíces, su cultura y su fe, que compartió generosamente con los demás.
El año pasado, Mima se jubiló y regresó a Guatemala para estar con su familia mientras enfrentaba problemas de salud. Era profundamente religiosa, y su fe fue una fuente constante de fortaleza y consuelo a lo largo de su vida. Nos reconforta saber que ahora descansa en paz, reunida con sus queridos padres.
La vida de Mima estuvo marcada por el trabajo duro, la generosidad, la fe y una dedicación inquebrantable a los demás. Conmovió a innumerables personas con su bondad, su entrega y su fortaleza serena.
Hemos creado este sitio web para honrar la vida de Mima e invitar a todos los que la conocieron a compartir recuerdos y fotografías. Sabemos que le habría encantado saber de quienes se cruzaron en su camino.
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You were one of a kind; a master of everything. But the most important thing you did was help raise two girls and a part time plus one to become the most beautiful women; inside and out.
They're so smart, caring; kind and very successful in part because of your unconditional love and sometime if I remember; just a threat of a zapato. But always lots of loves and hugs.
I'm sure you were so proud of them and your memory will forever be held close to their hearts.
And mine.
Love you, Sherry
Mima immigrated to the United States alone at just 19 years old, leaving her entire family behind in Guatemala. She worked hard and supported her family back home, visiting often but fully embracing life in America. In 1996, she proudly became a US citizen. Though she never gave up her beloved Spanish TV shows, she developed a fondness for what we teasingly called “cheesy English music,” playing it in her minivan as she drove us everywhere- school, doctor’s appointments, camping trips, Disney, and so much more.
When I was only 5, Mima began taking me to Guatemala to visit her family. Sophie and I adored those trips, and as an adult, I am deeply grateful for those experiences. We spent many Christmases and Easters surrounded by Mima’s large, loving extended family- so much like our own, just speaking a different language and practicing a different religion.
Mima loved people, animals (especially our dogs, Salt and Pepper), and most of all, children. While she “officially” nannied for many families, she unofficially looked after countless neighbors, friends, and acquaintances in Miami, Weston, and beyond. She was fiercely determined, some might say stubborn, but she would do absolutely anything for those she loved. Funny, kind, and endlessly warm, Mima never let a birthday, anniversary, or even a good grade pass without hugs, kisses, and, of course, balloons and decorations from the dollar store.
Mima passed away peacefully at home in Guatemala after managing health issues over the past few years. Her absence leaves an enormous hole in our family, but we are all so incredibly lucky to have been loved by her. To quote one of Mima’s favorite “cheesy” singers, Celine Dion: I’m everything I am because you loved me, Mima. Te amo ❤️🕊️

