Nimia Margot Bulnes' Obituary
Nimia Margot Bulnes, 75, of Tampa, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Born in Honduras in 1950, she lived a life centered on family and filled with love.
She was formally trained as a schoolteacher and impacted countless lives beyond her own family. She was known for her warm smile and radiant laugh that could light up a room. Her patient nature gave peace and calm to those around her. She will be deeply missed by her loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ernesto Ochoa; her mother, Candida Ramirez; and her brother, Armando Ochoa.
She is survived by her husband, Jose Manuel Bulnes; her sons, Jose Bulnes Jr. (Maritza) of Ruskin, Carlos Bulnes (Jennifer) of Tampa, and Ernesto Bulnes (Denisse Cambria) of Land O’ Lakes; five sisters; one brother; and four grandchildren: Nicole, Natalie, Madelyn, and Aubrey.
A wake will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., a funeral service will follow on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
Nimia Margot Bulnes, de 75 años y residente de Tampa, falleció pacíficamente el 21 de febrero de 2026, rodeada de su familia. Fue una esposa, madre y abuela muy dedicada. Nacida en Honduras en 1950, vivió una vida centrada en la familia y llena de amor.
Se formó como maestra de escuela e influyó en innumerables vidas, más allá de su propria familia. Era conocida por su cálida sonrisa y su risa radiante, capaz de iluminar cualquier habitación. Su paciencia infundía paz y tranquilidad a quienes la rodeaban. Sus seres queridos la extrañarán profundamente.
Le precedieron en la muerte su padre, Ernesto Ochoa; su madre, Cándida Ramírez; y su hermano, Armando Ochoa.
Le sobreviven su esposo, José Manuel Bulnes; sus hijos, José Bulnes Jr. (Maritza), residente de Ruskin; Carlos Bulnes (Jennifer), residente de Tampa; y Ernesto Bulnes (Denisse Cambria) residente de Land O’ Lakes; cinco hermanas; un hermano; y cuatro nietos: Nicole, Natalie, Madelyn y Aubrey.
El velorio se celebrará en Sunset Memorial Gardens el miércoles 25 de febrero de 2026, de 18:00 a 20:00 h. El funeral se celebrará a continuación el jueves 26 de febrero de 2026 a las 12:00 h.
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