Doris Pinto de Garcia

Doris Pinto de Garcia, affectionately known as Madre, Mocita, and Dolly, passed away on October 24, 2026. Born with a heart full of generosity and compassion, Doris dedicated her life to nurturing her family and community. Growing up in Lima and later living in Lambayeque, Piura, Bethesda, and Rockville, Doris embraced life's journey with love and unwavering faith that guided her every step. Her academic achievements were a source of great pride, as she earned a full scholarship to the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú to study journalism. A devoted member of the Catholic Church, Doris practiced her faith through daily prayer and her involvement with Acción Católica. Her passions for reading, poetry, cooking, and tertulia served as expressions of her boundless love, especially for her precious grandchildren.

Doris is survived by her loving husband, Fabian Garcia Bustamante of Rockville, MD; her sons, Jose Garcia Pinto of Rockville, MD, and Fernando Garcia Pinto of New York City, NY; and her daughter, Patricia Caffrey of Silver Spring, MD. She was the cherished grandmother of Sofia, Camille, Juliette, Lucas, Ethan, Magdalena, Auro, Clara, and Paloma. She was also the dear mother-in-law of Peter Caffrey, Catherine O'Donnell, Catherine Flahaut, and Tania Castro. She now joins her beloved son, Joaquin, in eternal life.

A loving and supportive presence in the lives of all who knew her, Doris leaves behind a legacy of compassion, faith, and service that will be forever remembered. Her generous spirit and dedication remain an inspiration to all. Friends and family are invited to share memories and upload photos to her memorial page as they celebrate the remarkable life of this extraordinary woman.