Elfida Hernandez

Elfida Hernández (73), the personification of a servant, became a Citizen of Heaven on Mother’s Day (5/10/21). While our hearts ache, we celebrate the many wonderful years the Lord shared her with us and blessed us with her care. She was a loving wife and mother with an even greater affection for her grandkids; there is nothing she would not do for any of us. Her hospitality and cooking skills are unique. She was survived by her husband of 56 years Dámaso Hernández and six grateful children: Daughters Rosemary Romero and her husband Jerry, Linda López and her husband Donny, Kellie Cobos and her husband Arthur, Sons Ricky and his wife Claudia, Andy and his wife Alma, and Isidoro and his wife Melinda. Her siblings Elizabeth, Ezequiel, and Daniel. She was preceded in death by her parents Jose and Tomasa Rodriguez and siblings Celia, Maria, Emma, Jose, Jesus, Juan, Luis. She was the baby whisperer to 29 grandkids and 24 + 1 great-grandkids. She was a true reflection of what a mother should be, and our Great God took her home on Mother’s Day. Honorary Pallbearers: • Josh Hernández • Mike Romero Pallbearers: • Destry McMaster • Jacobo Hernández • Zachary Lopez • Isaiah Hernández • Isaac Hernández • Nick Cobos Special Thanks to: Caregiver Isabel García for her assistance and support. Eastern New Mexico Medical Center ICU Staff for their efforts, kindness and allowing us all be present as mom faded from this world and entered the presence of the Lord. To the countless friends and family for your prayers, support, company and generous contributions. The celebration of her life is scheduled for 18 May 2021 at 10:00am at Presbyterian Church in Dexter followed by burial at South Park Cemetery in Roswell and a reception at Presbyterian Church in Dexter at approximately 1:00pm. Please take a moment and share a kind thought or memory with Elfida’s family at www.andersonbethany.com. Elfida’s tribute was written in her honor by her family. Psalms 23 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Elfida Hernandez

February 8, 1948 - May 10, 2021