Maria Guadalupe Cruz De Hernandez

It is with profound sorrow and deepest love that we announce the peaceful passing of our cherished and beloved mother, Maria Guadalupe Cruz De Hernandez, who gently passed away on October 23, 2026, at the age of 79. She was a devoted and nurturing mother whose life was defined by extraordinary strength, selfless sacrifice, and boundless devotion to her family.

She was born in Nopala De Vilagran, Hidalgo, Mexico on December 12, 1947. Guadalupe (Lupe) spent her life tenderly creating a lasting and loving foundation for those around her. She gave of herself completely and wholeheartedly, with unwavering faith.

She was known for her remarkable resilience and quiet, steadfast determination. No matter what life placed before her, she faced it with grace, courage, and dignity. She taught those around her how to stay strong and never give up in the face of adversity, inspiring generations with her enduring spirit.

She found pure and radiant joy in life’s simple moments: warm family dinners, joyful holidays together, serene quiet mornings, gardening, and the heartfelt sharing of stories around the table. Her greatest pride and deepest joy was her family. She made sure the people she loved always felt deeply supported, valued, and treasured. Her love was constant, unconditional, and everlasting.

Guadalupe is lovingly survived by her dear and precious mother, Carlota Moreno Cruz, her siblings Francisco (Jacinta) Cruz Moreno, Victoria Cruz Moreno, Estevan Cruz Moreno, Angela Cruz Moreno, Josefina (Jacinto) Rojas, Enrique (Alejandra) Cruz Moreno, Teresa Cruz Moreno, and her children Carlos (Miriam) Cruz, Estela (Dennis Sr.) DeHoyos, Alonzo Hernandez, Luis Hernandez, and a wide circle of friends and family who will forever carry her radiant light in their hearts.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Timoteo Hernandez, and dear son Angel Hernandez, her father Anastacio Cruz, and siblings Enecimo Cruz Moreno, Ponciano Isabel Cruz Moreno, Genaro Cruz Moreno.

Though our hearts are heavy with grief, we are profoundly grateful for the precious gift of her life. Her love deeply shaped us, her wisdom guides us still, and her cherished memory will remain with us forever.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 with a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help (OLPH) Catholic Church in Ozona, Texas. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Preddy Funeral Home.