TITLE: In memory of Maria Isabel Hernandez.

SUMMARY: In memory of Maria Isabel Hernandez.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Maria Isabel Hernandez, who died May 10, 2021, at the age of 82; and WHEREAS, Maria Isabel Hernandez was born on November 20, 1938, to Angelita and Jose Flores; she lived her entire life in her hometown of Brownsville and was a 1958 graduate of Brownsville High School; and WHEREAS, She married the love of her life, Humberto Hernandez, in 1966, and they enjoyed more than five decades of marriage together; they were blessed with eight children, and their 18 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren were a source of much pride and joy for her; and WHEREAS, A devout Catholic who practiced her faith in her daily life, she was a longtime member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church; she loved spending time outdoors and was an avid gardener and birdwatcher; and WHEREAS, A woman of warmth, wisdom, and grace, she saw the good in everyone she met, and she will long be remembered for her generosity and loving spirit; and WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and she leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by her family and many friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Maria Isabel Hernandez; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas Senate and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Maria Isabel Hernandez. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 26, 2021, by a rising vote.