Rosa G. Hernandez

In Loving Memory of Rosa Gonzales Hernandez
August 30, 1934 - September 3, 2025

Rosa Gonzales Hernandez, age 91, went home to the Lord peacefully on September 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother Rosa's life was a reflection of unwavering faith, selfless love, and deep-rooted generosity.

Born on August 30, 1931, in La Union, New Mexico, Rosa spent most of her life in Dell City, Texas, where she raised her family and built a legacy of hard work, service, and compassion. For the past 18 years, she resided in Lytle, Texas, where her love continued to bloom among generations of children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Rosa is survived by her beloved husband, Salvador M. Hernandez Sr., and their children:
Salvador Hernandez Jr. (Trina Nunez), Susana Estrada (Joe L.), Carol Aguinaga (late Alfredo Sr.), Ana Ortega (Robert), Alberto Hernandez, Corina Hernandez-Muraira (Adrian), and Juan Hernandez (Raquel). She also leaves behind a beautiful legacy of 24 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her cherished son Victor Hernandez, her parents Francisco and Maria Gonzales, and her brothers Manuel, Ismael, and Jesus Gonzales.

Rosa was known for making each grandchild feel uniquely loved - often through the meals she lovingly prepared or advice on life. A gifted home cook, she created her own recipe book and poured her heart into every dish, making food a powerful expression of her affection. This passion for cooking realized into owning a beloved restaurant where she poured her heart into every meal, sharing her love for cooking with the community and creating a place where every customer felt like family.

Faith was the cornerstone of Rosa's life. A lifelong member of the Catholic Church, she faithfully attended Mass, prayed daily rosaries - especially for those who asked for prayer - and volunteered through the Ladies Guild at San Isidro Church in Dell City, preparing snacks, supporting church events, and always ready to serve.

Rosa also found joy in tending her bountiful garden, caring for her many pets, and adopting strays in need of love. As a farmer's wife, she embraced the outdoors and cherished a life rooted in simplicity and service. Her talents also extended to sewing, knitting, and crocheting, creating beautiful handmade items treasured by many.

She was deeply loved not only by her immediate family, but also by her nieces, nephews, neighbors, and countless friends who were touched by her generosity, kindness, and enduring faith.

Funeral services will be held at Primrose Funeral Services in Lytle, Texas, beginning on Tuesday, September 16, with a viewing at 5 PM and Rosary at 7 PM. A Mass of Catholic Burial at St. Andrews Catholic Church in Lytle, Texas, will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 17 at 10 AM, followed by interment at the Lytle Community Cemetery on N. Benton St & Laredo St, Lytle, Texas. A reception will take place immediately after at the St. Andrews Catholic Church Hall.

Rosa Gonzales Hernandez's legacy lives on in the lives she nurtured, the prayers she offered, the meals she prepared, and the love she gave freely. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed.