A growing tradition of love, remembrance, and community

For the past five years, a unique tradition has taken place at the Ejido Plan Libertador cemetery: a joyful celebration in honor of little Ángela Camila, a deeply loved baby whose life was cut short due to medical negligence.

Every year, her family hosts a large gathering — not only to remember their precious child, but to honor all of the departed in the cemetery.

A mother’s devotion and a tribute to forgotten little ones

Each November 2, Ángela Camila’s mother arrives early in the morning to place flowers on her daughter’s grave. She also cleans and decorates the graves of other “little angels” — children resting there who no longer receive visits — leaving marigolds as a gesture of love and imagining them as her daughter’s friends.

A celebration of life, memory, and faith

Ángela Camila’s resting place has become a symbol of love in the community. Her grave resembles a castle surrounded by dolls, toys, clothing, and gifts — many of which have been brought by people touched by her story.

The celebration takes place twice a year — on November 2 (Día de Muertos) and on Camila’s birthday — and includes a Catholic mass, a taquiza with aguas frescas for all attendees, live banda music, and fireworks at night.

Attendance has grown each year. Last year, the family prepared food for 200 guests; this year, they arranged enough tacos for 300 people.

A tradition that inspires others to honor their loved ones

Camila’s mother shared that even the priest who celebrates the mass is moved by the large turnout. During the service, he prays for all the deceased relatives of those present.

“My daughter passed away during the pandemic. Back then, the cemetery was very abandoned — you would see very few people. Since we started this celebration to receive the souls of all the departed, attendance has increased,” she said.

What began as a family’s tribute to their little girl has become a heartfelt community tradition — one that brings life, music, and remembrance to a place often marked by silence.