Hidalgo County New Mexico Figueroa, Simona Cortez 1922 - 1936 Her parents were from Mexico; Manuel Figueroa and Pilar Cortez. One report says she died in an influenza outbreak. Her death certificate says she died from tuberculosis. Home Page Hidalgo County Webpage volunteer Copyright © 2007 by Pat Bennett. All rights reserved. This site may be linked but not duplicated in any part without my consent.