Mariangeles Maiaex-first lady of Rio de Janeiro and a central figure in the city’s public life, Died this Friday (5)at 76 years. Born in Santiago, Chile, she was married for 56 years to former mayor and councilman Cesar Maia, and is the mother of former president of the House of Representatives, Rodrigo Maia. The cause of death was not revealed.
The death information was released by Rodrigo Maia’s social networks, highlighting the achievements of the former first lady. For 12 years, Mariangeles Maia has been at the head of the social works of Rio.
Among their initiatives, the creation of community kitchens, coexistence houses for the elderly and comprehensive Professional training programs.
A City Hall of Rio de Janeiro paid tribute for his struggle for “a fairer city”. In an exciting farewell, Rodrigo Maia described her as the “foundation” of the family, who always guided her steps.
Official mourning
In a sign of deep respect and recognition, the Rio de Janeiro City Council declared an official three -day mourning. The Legislative House expressed solidarity with former Mayor Cesar Maia, children Daniela and Rodrigo, and other family and friends at this time of pain.
O wake of Mariangeles Maia It will be done no Palace of the city of Rio de Janeirolocated at Rua São Clemente, 360, in Botafogo, in Sunday (7) September, from 10am to 12pmwhere friends and family can pay the last honors.
