Maria Carolina Coleman-Cota was 49 when she was fatally shot in Tucson on August 13, 2012. Born August 4, 1963, she was remembered as a devoted mother to a son and daughter and a central presence for parents, sisters, a brother and many extended family members and friends.

A memorial service was held September 16, 2012, at St. James United Methodist Church in Tucson. The shooting remains unresolved; there is no information about arrests or suspects in connection with her death.

If anyone knew Maria Carolina, her routines, who she spent time with, or has information about the shooting, please share what can help bring clarity to the case.