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EAST LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Students and staff at Marianna Avenue Elementary School in East Los Angeles are mourning the passing of civil rights icon Dolores Huerta, whose legacy is prominently displayed on campus through a mural dedicated to her.
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The school shares a unique connection to Huerta. Sixth-grade teacher Rafael Rodriguez is married to Huerta’s daughter, Maria Elena.
Rodriguez said Huerta’s death is a moment of both sadness and gratitude for a life defined by decades of accomplishments.
“Obviously, we’re all going through a bit of grief, sorrow. But it’s filled with a little bit of joy, knowing that Dolores has lived a momentous life, with all the achievements that she’s done throughout the decades,” Rodriguez said.
Rodriguez was also instrumental in helping bring a mural of Huerta to the school’s campus. The artwork was created by local artist Lilia Ramirez, who works under the name Lili Flor and said she had a personal friendship with Huerta.
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“Having her, and she was here during the unveiling. It was a 100 year legacy, we wanted to highlight iconic figures that are important to the community and so I painted what the community wanted and, so, they wanted her here.” Ramirez said. “I feel very grateful to have even painted her while she was alive.”
The mural has become a source of pride for the school community and now serves as a lasting tribute to Huerta.
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“We take so much pride in what was created here,” said Lynette Vargas, principal of Marianna Avenue Elementary. “She has left a legacy that many will follow.”
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