María de la Cruz passed away on September 1, 1995.
María de la Cruz passed away on September 1, 1995, bringing to a close a life dedicated to social activism and political reform. Her death marked the end of an era for Chilean feminism and activism, but her contributions continued to inspire and empower future generations. Throughout her career, María tackled substantial societal barriers, advocating for equality and justice in a rapidly changing world. Her legacy lives on in the continued strides toward gender equality and political representation for women in Chile.