Maria Craneo

Maria Craneo was born in Iquitos, Loreto, Peru on the 5th of May, 1932 to Carlos Ayala and Sofia Cajamarca.
=== Early Life ===
From a very young age, Maria looked up to his older brother; Carlos Ayala who was always supporting his sister to become successful in life. Although in poverty, Maria managed to make a living from becoming a janitor. At the age of 18, she got a job in the Cali Police Station and cleaned the floors there.
=== Family ===
In the year 1947, Maria met Enrique Craneo who would later be the love of her life. They married in 1950 so they were married for 68 years. In 1960, they had their son, Fernando Craneo. In 1955, they had their other child, Luis Craneo who was later on was to become a hero.