Maria was born September 29, 1943 to Catalina Solis and Albert Earl Ripke in Brownsville, Texas.
She had been employed at the U.S. Customs Service for several years. Maria was a communicant of the Catholic faith.
She is survived locally by her husband Miguel Briseño.
At her request cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Mimbres Crematory and no services are planned.
Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels.