In Memory of Petra Soto Mirelez

April 8, 1929 – February 5, 2018

At almost 89 years old, Petra lived a full life. She will be missed deeply. She was

unconditional and selfless with her love. She reaped what she sowed, love.

That’s why she was loved by so many people. Her qualities included a heart of

gold; sincere listening; a strong sense of faith; gratitude; humility; and a love of

kids, all kids. She and her husband, Salomon were married 53 years before he

passed away in late 2000.

In 1950, Petra (born in San Marcos, Texas) and Salomon (born in Robstown,

Texas) settled in central Indiana following many years of field labor work

throughout the United States. They purchased their first farm in 1965 where they

grew tomatoes for 45 years. Petra operated a farmer’s market out of their barn,

while Salomon tended to the acres grown for Red Gold Foods.

Her memory will be cherished by her children, Maria (Mirelez) MacKinnon,

Solomon Mirelez, Jr., Fernando Mirelez, Diana (Mirelez) Patiño, and Mario

Mirelez; 14 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-greatgrandchildren