76, was raised in Tampa, Florida where she worked as a licensed Cosmetologist before changing careers and retiring as a Bi-lingual Teachers Aide at Van Buren Jr. High School. Working with students gave her great joy and fulfillment. Mina loved knitting and cooking, and was happiest singing and playing songs on her organ. She truly lived life to the fullest always making everyone around her feel special and a little bit happier with her beautiful smile and infectious laugh. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Angel Orihuela on June 16, 2008 and brother Ralph Solis. Mrs. Orihuela is survived by her sister, Margo Cook; two sons and their spouses, Daniel (Patti) Bazarte and Ronald (Mary) Bazarte; six Grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She will always be remembered and loved in each of their hearts forever. A memorial service will take place 3:00 pm Saturday, July 13, 2013 at Adams & Jennings Chapel.