Maria E. Hernandez's Obituary
Celebrating the Life Of Maria Elisa Melendrez de Hernandez
On September 13, 2021, Maria Elisa Melendrez de Hernandez (Hermana Elisa) passed from this life into eternal life at the age of 75. Mom passed away peacefully after prayer and songs of praise and worship.
Mom was born on April 24, 1946, in Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico where she resided during her childhood. In the city of Mexicali, in B. C., Mexico is where she spent her early adulthood life.
Mom was the 3rd of thirteen children.
- Juan Manuel Melendrez Valle
- Luis Antonio Melendrez Valle
(Deceased) - María Elisa Melendrez Valle (de
Hernandez-Mom-Deceased) - Antonia Edelmira Melendrez Valle
- Mario Ismael Melendrez Valle
- Valentina Judith Melendrez Valle
- Hilda Oralia Melendrez Valle
- Héctor Ramón Melendrez Valle
- Jesús Aurelio Melendrez Valle
- Raúl Melendrez Valle
- Fernando Melendrez Valle
- Cesar Melendrez Valle
- Gilberto Melendrez Valle
Her parents were Juan José Melendrez Cruz and Hilda Valle Mascareño.
She loved her family but decided to follow her husband to live the American Dream. She shared the dreams with our father about their new generations to achieve an education and be able to be successful in life. She was trained in the spiritual realm. Which to her, it would be a dream come true to have her whole family be united again and to be with the Lord.
She was not blessed with an education yet was blessed with knowledge and wisdom from God. However, in her early years, Mom work very hard to care for her siblings and continued to help care for them after she was married.
On 01/15/1965, our mom married the love of her life, our dad, David T Hernandez in Mexicali, Baja California. Mom was a great wife and a loving mother.
Hand in hand, Mom & Dad prayed, counseled, and shared the Message of the Gospel. Through prayer, they seen many miracles come to pass.
Together they had 8 children (6 boys and 2 girls) 21 grandkids 6 great grandkids.
- Blanca Estela Hernandez.
(Deceased) - David Hernandez.
(Spouse-Patricia)
David Hernandez Jr. & (Spouse-
Retha Hernandez) & Dante Leon
Hernandez (great-grandchild)
Patricia (Patty) Gash & (Spouse-Brandon Gash)
Patrick David Hernandez - Juan Saul Hernandez
(Spouse-Erika)
Juan Jr. Hernandez
Efren Hernandez
Genesis Hernandez
Jaylene Hernandez
Evelyn Hernandez (great-grandchild) - Israel Hernandez
Ana Judith Hernandez
Marlene Armendariz (great-grandchild)
Anabelle Silva (great-grandchild)
Jacob Silva (great-grandchild)
Israel Jr. Hernandez - Aron Hernandez (deceased)
- Blanca Isela Hernandez
Blanca Areli Rodulfo (deceased)
Areli Rodulfo
Imanuel Rodulfo (great-grandchild)
Esteban Jr. Rodulfo - Noe Hernandez (Spouse-Crystal)
Brianna Moreno
Jasmine Hernandez
Naomi Hernandez
Noe Jr. Hernandez
Josiah N. Hernandez - Obed Hernandez (Spouse-Bethany)
Obed Jr. Hernandez
Jeremiah Z. Hernandez
Aaliyah Hernandez
Isabella D. Hernandez
Her relationship with God led her to a lifelong calling of ministry and service.
Our Mom traveled throughout Mexico, California, and Oregon preaching the good news of salvation with our Father by her side.
Our Mom shared with our Father the strong calling to spiritually, emotionally, and financially assist the Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Facilities in the rural areas of Tijuana, Tecate, and Mexicali B.C., Mexico.
Our Mom participated side-by-side with our dad annually in the Children’s Christmas Toy’s Giveaway in the city of Madera California.
Mom was a member of the Mexicali Baja California Asambleas de Dios.
She shared the experience as a Pastor's wife in several churches, and discovered missionary work was her calling.
Anyone who had a chance to sit down with “Doña Elisa,” knows they were often prayed for their safety and protected with the "Blood of Christ".
Often, being obedient to God’s calling led to relocating the family.
In doing so, our mom and Dad met many special family friends over the years. These friends included Rey y "Vilma Ellis, Valentin y Enriqueta Murillo, Tiodoro y Flora Hernandez, Pablo y Barbi Garcia, and many more.
The family relocated to Fowler California in 1996. It was not long when before the family moved to Fresno, California, where the family lived for over 20 years.
As her health declined and her needs increased, Mom and Dad decided to move back to San Diego, with family.
Details about Mom’s personal religious convictions.
Mom is a great example of Proverbs 31:10-31 and she referenced Psalm 91, for us to recognized that God is our Savior and Sole Protector:
Proverbs 31:10-31
10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
12 She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.
Psalm 91
91 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
2 I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.
3 Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.
4 He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.
5 Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day.
Five words to describe Mom:
Servant of God, Unique, Wise/Intelligent, Visionary, Woman of Integrity, Lovable.
Most Important events in her life:
Elisa’s entire life story is a testament of God’s love, grace and mercy.
In 1964, Mom made a decision that would impact her life and the life of his future generations.
She accepted Jesus Christ as her savior. From that day on, Mom was transformed and became a new woman.
Favorite Hobbies, Activities, Past times:
Mom’s hobby was winning souls for God’s Kingdom. She enjoyed fellowship, reading the word, and singing to the Lord.
Mom's, Last Word’s of Wisdom to the Family:
I want to see everyone again in heaven one day and live eternity with our Lord Jesus Christ.
And yes, "La Sangre de Cristo Tiene Poder y Nos Veremos Algun Dia".
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