Maria Hernandez Obituary

XOXOXO

Happy Birthday, Mari! I'm thinking about you....
Love, Lani

Dearest Mari, Thinking about you regularly. Missing you. It's been a mess lately--I know you'd have some good jokes to help put things into perspective. Love, Lani

Happy Birthday, Mari! Wish you were here! Lety

Happy Birthday, Mari!!

Dear Mari, I will never forget the events that occurred eleven years ago today. I will never forgot how I felt when I enter the room in the hospital. It was a horrible nightmare. I couldn't believe that you were gone. I felt so numb, my heart ached, and I was not emotionally or physically present. If I could turn the time back one a couple of seconds, maybe, things would have turn out different. Maybe, you will still be here. This was the worst experience I ever had. It is said that time heals all wounds. That's true and life becomes easier to manage. But it will never take away all the excruciating painful memories. Whenever I am asked if I have gotten over your death, I said no but I get through it and continue getting through it. Even though, you are not physically here, I am sure you are spiritually present. Happy Valentine's Day, Mari!

My dear, dear friend. While I know you are still with us in your own way, I miss talking to you and hearing your laughter. You have left an indelible impression on all of us. Love, Lani

Ten years ago on Valentine's Day, you were suddenly and unexpectedly taken from us, your family. I will never forget how your death shattered my heart in millions of pieces. I thought my heart will always be broken and the "ache" and "pain" would never heal. It's been ten years, we have been able to get through this agonizing experience but I know we will never get over or never forget that day. You are on our minds and in our souls. Just want to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day. Remember, your family will always care and love you!

Mari, just want to let you know that I didn't forget your birthday. So, Happy Birthday! Hope you are resting in peace because things have a way of working themselves out.

Nine years ago today, you were take away from your family, friends, and all your patients. It was overwhelming and terribly painful! I asked myself "why" millions of times. There were no answers. I have learned that perhaps, this was your destiny. This was God's plan for you and your life. I just needed to accept it. Even though, you are not physically here, I know that you here in spirit, watching over us and making sure we're okay. i just wanted to let you know that we will never forget about you! Miss you much and I.T.A.L.Y! Happy Valentine's Day!

Lety

Mari.....I love u and miss u.....wish u were here......everbody says hi and they all love & miss u.....when its my time and God calls my name saying my permanent home up in heaven is ready I can't wait to see you......xoxo watch over us...love u

Miss you, my friend. So good to see your smile again. xoxo love, l

Happy Valentine's Day! Eight years ago today was the worst day of my life. I will never forget the pain I felt, the many tears I shed or the heavy ache in my heart. Even though, I was able to get through this with many struggles, I will never get over it. Today, this Valentine's Day of 2012, I celebrate your life.

Thinking about you every day! Miss you much!

i love u mari.........i wish u were still here
tavi

I still remember us going to Penny's Noodles and the Middle Eastern restaurant on the North side. Everytime I pass by these restaurants, I choke up inside. Miss you!

mari, i love & miss you w/all my heart.....you would love my pets-brownie[dog],eli[dead fish],eli II[fish]makalah&lucy[baby turtles]roadkill[who almost was one...adult wild turtle]tavi 3> ...xoxo

Today marks seven years that you suddenly were taken away from us. At times, it seems like it happened yesterday. Even though, we, your family, has been able to deal with our hearts being broken, we will never get over this. Not one day goes by that we don't think about you. Something we see, something we hear or smell reminds us of you. At times, it hurts, makes us laugh,smile, and cry. But, I think we are at peace knowing you are at a better place and watching over us. (Okay, my honda finally got totaled, but, I know you were there making sure I was safe and in one piece.) I surely hope your are resting in peace. Happy Valentine's Day! Miss you much!

Still thinking about you and missing you... Love, Lani

Five years ago today, we went through the most painful ordeal we ever experienced. Five years later, the pain as eased and we have survived. Even though, you are gone, you are not forgetten. You are always in our thoughts and in our our hearts. Happy Valentine's Day, Mari!!!

I bought your perfume again. On your birthday, no less. I think about you often and check on your kitties regularly.

I can still hear your laugh...
Love, Lani

Mari,

Alot has changed since you left us but your not gone. Your in our hearts, our dreams, your our guardian angel! I had a bad experience last night at work with a patient but I could say I felt you with me! I love you and miss you tia! Happy Birthday!! Wish you were here to see my little nephew, he's so cute!! Bye for now, but I know your looking over the entire family!

Mari, I miss you and I love you. I wish God didn't have to take you back to heaven. Until we meet again. I'm happy if your happy. I am not complete without you. Love your sweetest little niece, Tavia.

Actually Mari you would of been the Big 40 this year...I would of loved to have celebrated with you...you will always be beautiful to me...I miss you and love you dearly ! Ceci

I miss you...I love you...happy 39th birthday..till we meet again
Love, Ceci

It has been three years now. My heart aches today the same like it did on the day you died. I miss you. I miss the smell of your perfume, your laugh, and your smile. I miss being able to just speak to you. What I would give to have one more day with you. I love you! Happy Valentine's Day! Love,
Ceci

Mari,

Three years ago today, our lives changed forever. Our hearts were torn apart and shattered into a million pieces. You were taken from us! It still feels like yesterday.

Even though, the memories are painful, it's comforting to know that you are now with Kim.

So I want to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day! I hope that you are happy doing whatever you're doing and resting in peace.

No matter what there will always be seven of us! Always Seven!

I was deeply saddened to recently hear of Maria's passing. She and I had become fast friends while in medical school. She could always be counted on for a little bit of humor in histology class. Regrettably, she and I had lost contact over the years. We last spoke in 2003. As per her usual form, she greeted me with that laughter that was infectious. She is and will truly be missed.

It has been two years since you past. Time has gone by too quickly. It still feels like yesterday when our lives were shattered. Little by little we are trying to pick up the pieces and go forward. We hold you in our hearts and soul each day. We will always cherish you and love you! Love always, Ceci

Happy Valentine's Day!!! It's been two years since you passed away. It still feels like it happened yesterday. Still no closure, still no answers. It is said that time heals wounds. But, it hasn't healed this heartache. Our family will truly never get over this. Day by day we get through it. May you rest in peace.

Mari,

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. It's another year without you. Watch over us, especially Mommie and Papa!

Wow! I havent written to you in a while but you been on my mind alot. I know your looking over my shoulder, and making sure I make the right decisions. What I wouldn't do to just get a hug from you or hear your voice one more time. I miss you alot Tia! I've been working really hard, I was promoted to Station Manager over at Superior. Its really rough right now, alot of stress. But like everyone knows I work great under pressure. I helped w/ a Labor & Delivery call last friday morning! I would of made you proud! Starting Christ within a few months, not sure how everything is going to work out with work. But like they say if you want something really bad enough you will do anything to make it work.



I havent been doing a good job of see Mami Chuy or Papi Tony. I dont know maybe it just doesnt seem the same to stop off by the house. Not sure! Been doing alot of thinking recently, have some issues I am trying to work out but dont really have anyone to talk to like you. I was able to ask certain things an get a straight answer didn't have to worry about you yelling or getting mad or anything. Its weird I miss that! I miss you! You never realize how much a person means to you until you loose them! I've been told by people that I need to take a break and relax. That I'm pushing myself to hard. Friends are just worried that I'm going to burn out or have a breakdown cause I been logging over close to 200 hours at work. I pretty much live at my station except when I come home to change, shower, shave, you know the basics! My girlfriend is upset that I havent been spending time with her, but she also knows that I'm determined to achieve my goal. Currently, I dont feel like I achieved it! Stop by and lets talk! I know you look after me and are in my dreams! I just really miss having my friend who I could talk to!





I love you so much Mari, take care!



Jose

Mari, Today is your 38th birthday! We celebrated your life! I miss you dearly! I still long to see and speak to you! I love you! Love, Ceci

Happy Birthday, Mari! Hopefully, you are partying with God, the saints, and the angels, drinking Coronas and eating Ricobene's sandwiches.

Mari,



It's been a year but it still feels like it happened yesterday. We will never get over this. It's been so hard getting through it. The ache in our hearts is still there. It hurts so much!

Dearest Mari,



I still look up at your window every night to see if you're home yet. I have flashbacks nearly every day of french fries, ferrets, raucous laughter, Cure music, barrettes, Milwaukee Avenue shopping, bad attitudes, movie theaters (illegally accessed), stories, tears, dreams, gossip, bikes, and so on....



I visited Hershey (renamed Guanabana) a couple of times. He's doing quite well. May have a home shortly. Oreo was adopted a few months ago. I pressed Treehouse to follow up to make sure things were working out. He's doing beautifully as well. At first, I was disheartened to hear they had been separated, but I think it's worked out very well.



I am now a principal of the New Millennium School of Health. Our students have dreams about careers in health and medicine. I need you to keep sending me insights and advice.



Did you like the Miami sand I brought you? I really didn't have to (especially since you didn't bring me snow from Alaska), but I felt that you could keep it close by you when the Chicago weather was getting on your nerves.



You continue to influence me.



I miss you.



I love you.



Lani

Hi,

The ladies from Albany got together yesterday to remember the good and bad times we all had together with you.

Maria,is working with young people her age. Luz,is bossing people around in her office. Liz, she's getting ready to be a downtown girl. Vero, well she's Vero. Dr. Ching is planning his retirement. Myself, I'll be giving Dr. Rueda some hard times at the Lake View clinic. By the way thanks for helping me get the new job.

Our holiday is coming up on a Sunday this year to bad we won't be able to dress up like we usually did but I'll be there to visit and catch up on the gossip.

Miss you and thinking about you always. David remembers the time you took care of him and Maverick and when you took them to Rocking McDonald. He was sad to hear that they demolished it and that you are gone.

We all miss you!

Mari,



We lost two good doctors, first you, and now, Dr. Lee. Who is going to take care of all our aches and pains???? I guess, I can't break my nose, again!!!

LIFE IS NOT THE SAME WITHOUT YOU!!!

HEAVEN IS LUCKY TO HAVE YOU UP THERE AND WE ARE LUCKY TO HAVE YOU WATCHING OVER US.

Hey Mari, I got some bad news, they are closing Albany park, I know how much you loved all your patient and that clinic, I cannot forget all our great moments there and i am very sad to loose it because I feel as if I am loosing all our great times together. Dr. Rueda, Betsy and I will be going out soon and In a way we know you will be there too. I miss you.

Hey Amiga,

It's been a while that I haven't written but it doesn't mean I have forgotten YOU!

I think about you every moment, second, minute, you name it I'm thinking about you and thanking GOD for letting us be friends for the brief moment He let his ANGEL down on earth.

You have made so many good things happen to my life when you were here and now that you are in the heavens.

I just wanted to thank you for such a great week and I'll keep in touch.

Miss you and love you.

Mari,

I was just thinking about you. Today is the sixth month anniversary of your death. The last day I visit you at the cemetery was on your bday. I felt depressed and cried alot for you. Please understand if I don't go.



Valentine's day should have been full with chocolate candy, love, perfumes, soft flowers, red roses, and a candlelit dinner for two.

Instead it was full of shock, anger, sorrow, despair, tears and sobs. Even though, I know why, I will never understand why. I have many questions, no answers!.I will give up everything to have you back. Our family will be completed and hopefully happpy.



I saw your face when I awoke from my surgery. I noticed the two light blue stone barrett on your head. I was glad you were there! Your presence may be feel better. Mari, oh how I wish you were here. I am going through trying times. Just give me a sign that things will not be worsening for my health



I never told you this. Yes, I miss you so much. I never realize how empty this house is with one missing. Your loud laugh. They way you slept on mommie's bed. your loud voice. You watching Tv lounging on the sofas. The pastas you made. The Italian ice that brought chills up and down our throats. Your crazy stories about works, they way you loved to eat those Ricobene's sandwiches and cheese fries, You chatting on the interent and pretending it was me.



What can I say? Things, us, this house would never be the same without you. We and the house are empty without you. The day you died, you took a piece of each of our hearts with you and left a hole in our hearts and they are broken into million of pieces which can never be replaced. There is just an "ache" in our hearts, which is you.



Mari, you will never know how much your death hurt us. It is the worst thing that has happen to us. I would have done everything and anything to stop you from dyeing.

I hate to see our family hurting. Mari, Please help us to live and get through this. It has not been easy,

Until we meet again,

mari,

my sweet mari...it has been six months since you passed...it seems unbelievable at times... since i was born you have been by my side...these past six months have been miserable without you...now my journey in life is mine alone...if there is one thing you have taught me is to live each day to the fullest and not be afraid...i remember the good times...like when we went to the new order concert and were soaked...or you coming over to try my new cooking inventions...you were always a daredevil...i am happy to have had such a great big sister... and to have loved you...you have made me a better person...no wonder God wanted you...He always wants the sweet ones...i will always cherish our memories...i will always cherish you...i love you...tavi sends her love...as each day passes see resembles you...her heart is as sweet, kind and giving like yours...she is silly like you...we love you mari...we always will...i know you will be there waiting for me at the end of my journey...then we will be together again...i give you my heart...love, ceci

Hey mari

I just wanted to tell you that three of my poems are getting published and i want to say thank you for the inspiration. one is getting published online and the other two are going to be in a beautiful hardcover book of poems. i got the letter yesterday. i am also in a poetry contest.things for my writing career are looking up. only a fraction of the poems submitted are published so i have a good oportunity. i'm very excited. i get to be published!



well that's for now!



love

nunu

Mari,

I miss you alot, I look at your picture everyday I wake up. I wish that you could of been here with me, when I took my State Exam. But I know for a fact you were there in spirit. I passed my State Exam and with your support and God's good grace I would like to start looking to finish my promise I made to you. So far I'm half-way there tia! Just keep a eye out for me, be that guiding light when I veer from my course. I miss you alot tia, there are times when I was in class and I would think about you. What you might question or might say if I didnt understand the information in front of me. I was told by a patient that I am good and know how to treat patients properly. I told that patient I knew a doctor that cared for her patients as if they were her family members. I hope I can make everyone in this family proud of me, as we were proud of you Mari. I love you and miss you!

"Carmelito"

Dear Mari

Hey, i miss you alot and i mean alot.Life hurts when you don't have your favorite aunt to be there for you.I wrote so many poems about you, indirectly.I cry alittle for you here and there. but i know that you hate it that i cry for you.i'm a teenager now, well not yet, but basically i am. tavi is a real young lady now, i'm soo proud of her(i'm also so unproud of her at times.) and i know that you'd be too.Today tavi was getting annoyed by qussai and she came crying to me,i was peeling the potatoes in the kitchen. we were alone so i gave tavi a slice of peeled potatoe andtold her to give it to qussai and tell him it was a peeled apple, after he put it in his mouth.We gave it to him and watched. it was hilarious! i'm a writter now and also a poet. i have a book that i'm writting that lots of people like( well my friends and family and teachers like it.). it's about 150 pages and i made a charcter after you and lots of other people in my life like mammie, tavi, older version of qussai, ceci yaba, mama, raul and tones more.)this is getting a little too long so i'm going to end it here. I love you and miss you and i'll write you soon and update you or i'll start a journel to practice my writting and i'll put everything in there that i want to tell you.





i love you !



love, nunu



or nadirah, your neice



ps. i love you or tequiro mucho!

Dear Mari,



Never in a million years would I have imagine that I would be burying one of my siblings. I never realized how much it will hurt! My heart was broken into so many pieces the day you died. It will never be mended! It's a heart ache that never goes away. Some days it seems to get worst than better. I shed so many tears! Our family is not the same. This house feels so empty without you. I think about you every day. How I wish you were here! I still can't believe that you're gone! I still don't understand it. I'll probably never would. I have so many questions, but, no answers. I wish I could turn back time, if so, I give up everything to change this. But, I believe this was God's plan for you. This was your destiny. I find comfort when I think this way. I will be having my surgery soon. I wanted you to be there but now you're not! I've been praying that you will be there with me in spirit. Then I will know everything will be okay! My only hope is that you are resting in peace and that you have your wings! Miss you much!



Love always,

Your sister,

Mari, Tavi graduated this past Friday. I miss you. The pain is unbearable. I imagine that your working late or your on vacation in Alaska. If I realize your gone, I break down. I'm not sure how I'm still standing. I just think of the advise you always gave me "Don't worry Ceci, I believe angels watch over us." Now the angel watching over me is you. I'm not sure what I miss more your bright eyes and smile, your sweet perfume, your laugh or just being able to talk to you about anything. Each day is a challenge for me. I love you Mari. I will never stop loving you. You are in my thoughts and prayers each day.

Love always,

Ceci

Hey Doc,

I celebrated my 38th birthday on Friday and boy did I miss having you with me in body because I know you were there in spirit saying "Damn girl your old!". I miss you yelling at me for not writting down the LMP's or my initals and so on. I see you every Sunday at mass when I'm in God's house,I know your my guardan angel looking down upon me. My sister I miss you sooooo,soooo much it's so hard to breath down here without you. Ceci I miss your calls to the office and office I miss you. Girls,the Doc and I are always with you.

LOVE ALR

Doctora, I've been thinking a lot about you. I miss you. I have so much to tell you, I could always talk to you about anything. All of the more private things I'll tell you later. I had a dream about you earlier this week. It was so real. I was a little diappointed when I woke up and realized it was just a dream. But I was glad I had a chance to see you. I want to tell you about everything new that is going on in my life. I will probably be starting a new job in a couple of weeks with Marilyn as an office coordinator. I am really excited. I'm also finished with this semester of school and I did good. I know you would be happy for me. You are such an inspiration to me. It's just so funny that I almost didn't get a chance to know what a beautiful person you are. I am so thankful that I decided to take this job at Albany. God must have known what a tremendous effect you would have in my life. I kept you in mind with the big decisions I have made and I know I will continue to do so. I know I will never meet anybody like you again. I love you always. Feel free to visit me sometime, I promise I won't freak out. Love, your little pumpkin

Mari,

Yesterday was Lisa's fashion show. I felt your presence there. I know you were there in spirit cheering her on. Lisa's dress was drop dead gorgeous. Her model was beautiful. It was perfect. I know you would been right next to me screaming, "That's my niece!".

I miss you so much. Each day seems like an eternity till I am able to see you again. Life isn't the same without you. The pain is unbearable. I never told you this but I always admired your beauty, courage, and intelligence.

Love always,

Ceci

Mari...I remember when you were just probably around two years old. You had pneumonia and had to be admitted to the hospital. I missed you so much back then. You were my little baby. I couldn't go and visit because I was not of age. I would go and stay in the car. I would talk to you and hoped you heard me. You stayed in the hospital for 1-2 weeks and it felt like an eternity. When you came home, I was excited to finally get to see you but you had forgotten me. You were even afraid of me. God, did I cry. I never felt such pain...until now. You left me again. I talk to you and hope you hear me. I pray every day to see you in my dreams. I know it hasn't been a long time since I seen you last but it feels like an eternity. You will always be my baby...just don't tell Lisa and Ceci! I miss your smile, your voice and your laugh. You are a great sister. I love you. Be good, take care and when we meet again please don't forget me. Just in case, I'll be carrying a sign..."You killed my Mary Poppins...I haven't forgotten."

Mari, just thought I drop you a line to tell you Tavi will be graduating from Preschool on the 21st of May. She misses you very much and often remembers you. We talk about all the silly things you used to do and say. We talk about all the time you used to come home to see her. She often looks at your pictures and gives you hugs and kisses and tells me that she misses you. I know Tavi will always keep you in her heart and prayers. I almost forgot, tomorrow she will be 3 years and 10 months. Wish her a happy birthday and send her hugs and kisses from both you and papa dios.

Dear Mari,

Today we celebrated your 37th birthday. Our hearts ache till the day we are together again.

Love always,

Your Family

XOXO

I just learned about dr. Hernandez's passing; I was in state of shock for a while and then realized the fact. I knew maria for many years; she had great personality love people, and care for her patients great deal.

My condolences to her family and friends and patients.

well miss you maria

my deepest symptathies to maria's family. i knew maria from the YMCA and always felt lucky to know her-she was very kind to everyone, and devoteed to her patients. we will miss her deeply

Our deepest condolence are sent out to the family and friends of this wonderful Doctor. We never had a chance of meeting her but by the way her cousins (Ceasar/Mirna) talked about her we know that she will be miss. May she rest in peace and finish her mission in Heaven.



From the Staff of

Our Lady of Tepeyac

Mildred, Blanca, Norma, Juanis, Rosie and Lili

Oh, Mari~

I never expected this to happen. Valentine's day morning I begged you to wake up. The day of your wake I told you that I wouldn't be mad if it was a joke, even if you did make me cry, just as long as you would wake up. Every morning I check your room to see if you've come home, but you haven't. I miss you. You weren't just my aunt, but my mom-away-from-home. You were a close friend who's shoulder I cried on so often. You were someone I identified with so much. You have no idea how much I looked up to you. I never had a sister and you treated me like one. Thank-you for all you've done for me. Thank-you for all your support, encouragement, and care over the years since I was born. Don't worry Mari, I'll make you proud . . .I'm your little trooper, remember? I've left the light on in your room, so when you're ready, you can come home. I love you.

I've done Maria's hair for the past few years and I've always looked forward to our visits. Not only to catch up with her and her family, but I so enjoyed her poignant wit and insight into life, dating and the pursuit of happiness. We always seemd to share similar views on things and we'd alwasy tease each other (or she'd mostly tease me!). I definitley considered her to be more than a client. She was definitely someone I had a history and friendship with. She was somebody who loved people, and she made it a point to make her time here touch as many lives as possible, both professionally and personally.



Well Maria.. you've touched mine in an incredible way and you'll be fondly, fondly remembered. God Bless you, and your family. I'll miss you.

I just learned about the death of Dr. Hernandez. I was one of her pharmaceutical sales representatives and my thoughts go to her family, friends, and patients. It is hard for me to know what to say at this moment, but I will always remember the respect and kindness that she showed towards everyone she met. She was generous in spirit and always remained positive. I am glad to have know her and my thoughts go to her family, friends, and patients.



Sincerely,

I will try my best to sum up my 23 year friendship with Maria. Soon after meeting for the first time our freshman year at St. Barb's H.S., we quickly realized just how similar our backgrounds were. It was that connection that made our friendship so close and long lasting. As years passed and our lives took different directions,the bond we formed as kids was never broken. Times would pass where we wouldn't see eachother for a while but then we'd "catch-up" with phone calls that lasted for hours or a long talk over breakfast. We told eachother everything- maybe too much! As the days have passed since Feb.14th, I find myself storing away little details of my days so I can recall them when Maria and I "catch-up". Then I sadly have to remind myself that there will be no phone calls or long talks. I now, like so many others, have only memories of her beautiful, bright eyes, her kind and understanding words, and her sometimes devious yet hilarious sense of humor. Losing Maria has devestated me---Maria, Rosa, and I were supposed to grow old together. I pray for her family everyday to have the strength to carry on. I will miss you Maria and I will NEVER forget you my dear, dear, friend.

I met Maria when we were both attendants at Beckwith Living Center at U of I in Champaign. Maria was always tough and street smart on the outside but so soft and loving on the inside. We had a lot of fun times that year. She made great "beans and chihuahua cheese". When she was being sassy she could always move her head in this side to side fashion where you knew she meant "business"! I had lost touch with her for several years after college but had seen her a couple of times during the past 2 years. I was so proud of her for going to medical school and becoming a doctor. When I heard her talk about being a doctor and her patients...it was always from the heart. She loved her family so much and always beamed when she talked about her nieces and nephews. I know Maria is up in heaven sharing all of her humor and love with everyone else up there. My deepest sympathies to all of her family and many other friends. She was an inspiration to all and will be deeply missed. You are forever in my heart, Maria!

I was a patient of Dr. Hernandez for 5 years. The fact that she cared was the best medicine. She always remembered our last conversation, or personal things I'd told her. She gave me advise as a woman, a patient and as a friend. I will NEVER forget her.

I'm sure she'll continue to watch over her family and friends from Heaven.

I met Maria in 1990 when we were partnered to participate in the wedding of our mutual friend Rosa. Though we'd never really spoken prior to that day, as we began decorating my car with paper flowers that cold February morning, I felt instantly as if I'd known her my entire life. We spent the day exchanging funny stories, making each other laugh, posing for pictures and then dancing the night away at the reception. Almost two years ago, I once again saw Maria at a local department store but I didn't immediately recognize her because her hair was much shorter than I remembered. She was with a friend and as I noticed this familiar face begin to laugh and joke around, the memories of the special day that I spent with this special girl came back to me and flooded me with great happiness. I didn't say "hello" that day and instead watched from afar because I felt I shouldn't interrupt the unadultered joy she seemed to be experiencing while sharing laughs with her friend. Now I wish I had interrupted and asked if she remembered me, so that I could have told her that all these years later I still had such fond memories of her and the day we spent together at our friend's wedding.

Though this is an incomprehensible loss to her family, friends, colleagues and patients alike, everyone should be comforted by the fact that her life made a real difference to so many and the world is a much better place because Maria DeJesus Hernandez was here. She will never be forgotten by those who had the privelege and honor of knowing her well and sharing in her life, her love and her laughter. She will also never be forgotten by me -- the person who shared only one special day with her so many years ago.

Thanks Maria. I'll always cherish that day.

Mari,now I know what it means to have a "broken heart."

Mari,

Wow what can I say about you, its hard to find the words that can describe what you meant to me! You were my aunt, my Godmother, sister to my mom, sister-in-law to my dad. I fall asleep thinking that this is a dream, that you will be at Mama Chuy's and Papa Tony's house goofing around like you always have done. I miss my tia and I know that you will be looking down and protecting me; your my guardian angel. You were the only true person that I've allowed to call me by my nickname and I will miss you calling me by it.Thank you for all the advice, the jokes, and the pranks that we played thru the years. I will never forget you and your wonderful smile. Finally, I will make sure to fulfill my promise that I made to you and my family(EVEN THOUGH I KNOW YOUR WATCHING OVER MY SHOULDER). Rest in Peace my Tia Mari!! @--<----

Maria,



I'm truly speechless. There's just so much to say about you that I really don't know where to begin....except to thank you for allowing me to be a part of your life for 20+ years. It all started back as freshman in H.S. ...but I won't go there. We were especially close when I came back from Atlanta in '94. You and Rita were there when I needed you the most...you 2 were my pillars of strength. Then began our daily phone calls to each other 2 and 3 times a day for the next 8+years. Our adventures out dancing, birthday celebrations, sharing Ricobene's steak sandwiches, searching for Hershey up and down the streets of your northside neighborhood...or how about 'Panes'. Somehow it would always come back to food ;) and friendship. Well girlfriend, I was truly blessed to have had you in my life. I know you are up there watching my (our)every move and smiling......or at times even laughing at us. I've always believed in having a guardian angel....it's nice to know what you look like (and to know that you have a warped sense of humor too). 'I love you man.' @->---

Maria went to U of I with me and my husband and we became fast friends. She was a live-in aid at Beckwith, the accessible dormitory, and she helped care for me and several other students. Mari always had a huge smile and was always willing to help me out with whatever I needed. Even as an undergraduate, I knew she was going to making a compassionate doctor by how she helped all of the disabled students. She treated each of us equally, disregarding our disabilities. Mari went on Spring Break with us to South Padre Island and we had an awesome time! One vivid memory that my husband and I have is how we liked to scare Mari simply because of her comical reaction! She would stand in place and run, waving her hands, unable to move and would just scream! It became a fun dorm game which provided everyone (including Mari) with countless hours of laughs and smiles! She was truly a special person and although we had limited contact the past few years, she always remained a true friend. Maria- you were loved by many and your passing has left a hole in all our hearts....Farewell my friend...

Dearest Mari,



I will always remember your beauty, loyalty, wisdom, and conviction. You were always there for me and showered me with love and attention when I needed it most. I miss you terribly.



I spent yesterday reacquainting myself with some of Kahlo's writings, hoping to find some solace in them. One of the more striking quotes of hers was, "I can only hope the end will be a joyful one." I think yours was and I take comfort in that.



We will see each other again.



Until then, my friend,

i hug your memory daily.



Love, Lani

I met Maria at the Lincoln Belmont YMCA over five years ago when we both took Spin classes together. I remember her as a warm and friendly woman who was deeply involved with her work and her family. She was always ready with a smile. My deepest sympathies to her family.

My deepest condolences to Maria's family. Maria touched so very many people in her life, and her passing leaves a big hole. I am blessed to have known her. Maria was one of the first people I met after joining the YMCA to train for a charity bike ride; she was an enormous source of encouragement and inspiration. It was always a joy to see her; I will never forget her smile.

Dana and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Maria's family. My heart just dropped when I read my e-mail. She was a year ahead of me in our FP Residency. I have wonderful thoughts of Maria. I called her Maria Conchito Alonzo Herrrrrnandez. She was so much fun to be with. Smiling, cracking jokes, and acting goofy. Residency was not always easy, and it was nice to have Maria there to help me through the tough times. Maria, had a great heart and her family should be extremely proud. She will be surely missed by all who knew her.

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Maria's family. I became friends with Maria during our 3 years together in family medicine residency at St. Joseph Hospital. Maria eventually became our Chief Resident. Maria was a very talented physician, but an even better person. I have so many wonderful memories of the time I spent with her. The things I remember about her most are her wonderful laugh and her great sense of humor. I will always remember her "daredevil" cat, the car accident we got into on Lake Shore Drive (no one was hurt), and the many dinners we attended where we spent the entire time trying to make each other laugh. Maria was a great friend and she will be sorely missed by anyone who was lucky enough to get to know her.

Dr. Hernandez was my doctor for several of years. I met her at Seton Family health Center then followed her to Albany Park medical Center. I remember one time I had an appointment with her and she told me I smelled good I told her thank you! She asked what lotion or perfume was I wearing and I told her fressia by Bath&body works, she said oh! I thought it was me that spelled that good because I put that on too this morning. And we both started laughing out loud. My deepest condolences go out to her family. Especially her father who she always talked about. Dr. hernandez I will miss you soooo much and I know you're watching from the heaven above. And Dr. Hernandez Thank You for always keeping up with my acting career and all my commercials, I love you God bless you!

Love,

Tobie L. Chilcutt

My deepest sympathy to Maria's family. I met Maria some year's back @ the Lakeview Y. Maria was always a warm and caring person. Maria and I did share some personable thought's. I will miss Maria's beautiful person and smile. Maria was and is an angel...

Mari, words cannot express how much we miss you. Both Ceci, Tavi and myself will always have you in our hearts, memories and prayers. The days will pass but the memory of your smile, your voice and your jokeful ways will stay with us to remind us how much you are part of us and for this we thank God. We know that you are next to God in everlasting eternal joy and peace. We love you Mari!

I remember all of the fun things we used to do. I remember when we played little pranks on my father, we used to call him names when he fell asleep. I remember when we went ice skating and I made my father fall on the ice. I remember every second on the ice, I was watching you watch me fall and get right back up. I remember when you played air hocky with me and I won about every game, but I think you let me win. I loved when you started to eat ice, I wondered if that was your favorite thing to do.

Blake and I will always love and miss you dearly.

Mari was my big sister and best friend. Her death has deeply sadden me. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all. I find comfort reading these entries. I know she would be happy knowing all of you loved her. My sister shined on earth and now her spirit will radiate in heaven. I ask you to pray for her soul and that she be in eternal peace. Please tell people who knew Mari about the site so we may share wonderful memmories. Mari you will always be in my heart and soul. Till we meet again. Love always and forever, ceci

Mari, God blessed me and my children when you were introduced into our lives. The joy you brought to us is etched in our minds, the love you showed us will forever be in our hearts, but most of all the memories you gave us will last our lifetime.

Remember Mari, while what we yearn for on earth sometimes eludes us, I wait patiently until the Lord brings us back together. At this time shall our dreams come true.



Yours Forever,

Mark

My deepest sympathy to Maria's family and friends. My prayers go out to all of you. And although I wasn't the closest of friends, I know the world will be missing out on a tremendous human being. Maria was always friendly, helpful, kind and brilliant. She was an asset of St. Barbara High School Class of 1985.

My deepest sympathy to Maria's family. It is difficult to believe that she is gone, and we won't see her beautiful smile again. I met Maria at the YMCA several years ago when she began her training for the 500 mile Aids Bike Ride.

My thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this sad time.

My deepest sympathy and thoughts go out to the family. Maria was a wonderful friend and co-worker. I will always cherish the advice you have given me over the years and I will never forget our girls weekend out to San Fransico we really had a blast and I will forever cherish those heart to heart talks. You were so fun to be with and so down to earth, I still can't believe your gone.

Behave up there you hear!! I will really miss you.

Mari, God blessed me and my children when he introduced you into our lives. The joy you brought us has been etched in our minds, the love you shared with us shall always be felt, but most of all the memories which you and I created will last a life time. Just remember Mari, even though what we yearn for in life may sometimes elude us, I wait patiently with you in my heart, until the Lord brings us together again. It is at this time we shall know our dream.



Yours Eternally, Mark

Preciosa, como te voy a extranar! My deepest condolences to the family. Mari first my co-worker then one of the greatest friends I've ever had. I will never forget you, our halloween parties our margaritas at lalo's our trip to disney world, and your visit to my house at Florida. Heaven is now even better because your there. Love your friend Evelyn I'll be seeing you.

Dr.Hernadez had just become my doctor a year ago. She seemed to be a great doctor and great person. She will be missed by all that knew her. God bless her soul and her family.

We all are very sorry to learn regarding the death of Dr. Maria Hernadez. It is a very shocking news to all of us. May God take her soul to heaven and give strength to all her family members

and relatives to bear her loss. She was a great doctor and a human being. She helped my wife Sabera Patel medically a lot. We cannot forget her. We miss you Dr. Maria Hernandez. We pray to God to take you to heaven. MUBARAK PATEL, SABERA PATEL & MUMTAZ PATEL

My sincere sympathies to Maria's family. She was My wife doctotr she

use to like play around with my wife. Tell her went she having another baby , because she want Angel for her , We are going to miss her alot we love her very much .She will be missed dearly

My heartfelt sympathies go out to Maria's family during this trying time. I knew Maria for many years and will sorely miss her. I will always remember your infectious laugh and good times we had at all the concerts, Taste of Chicago events or just hanging with out. I will always remember your smile, sweetness and gentle ways. You will be missed.

Our deepest sympathies go out to Dr. Hernandez' family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. We would like to say thankyou for the years she treated us.She was our family doctor and will be greatly missed.

I did not know Dr. Hernandez in person, but only from telephone conversations. She would go to all of our Focus groups for medical research as much as she could fit into her busy schedule. She was always such a pleasure to deal with and would always attend our sessions with great interest and input. We will miss her and her valuable opinions on all medical subject matters. She is a great loss to her family and community. God is watching over her as Dr. Hernandez watched over her patients.



Roz Hoseman

Sharyn Poders

Lynn Rissman

Darcy Rissman

Chicago Focus

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I am a friend Of Antonio And Maria Hernandez being from (The Legion Of Mary). I never had the pleasure

of meeting Maria, but my deep symphathy goes out to the whole family, for she must be a terrible loss.

I will miss our lunches and dinners. The times you would call asking me about Ob/Gyne management or me asking you primary care issues. I will never forget that week spent as tent mates for the grueling AIDS ride. That showed what a a strong and determined woman you are. We both laughed and cried at the end of the 500 mile ride. The training rides were the worse part, but you always managed to make it look easy especially when we did our hill workouts.
I also found a new respect for you when I attended the Spin Classes you taught at the Belmont YMCA and you really made me SWEAT! You were an amazing biker and a wonderful teacher. Having you as a friend enriched my life and I so enjoyed our times together. I will miss you terribly.
T.

Maria, you certainly will be missed by Kim and I. We thoroughly enjoyed your company, your sense of humor and warmth. My heart aches that you are gone. We will always miss you. God bless you... Love, David

I will miss you so much,who is going to tell Greenlee that she's acting like a big baby on"All My Children." You will always be my doctora,my friend, and my sister. I love you and will miss you so much!

Keep on laughing and St. Peter has his work cut out for him.

Doctora I love you and always will. You were so strong and admired you for everything that was you. It is because of you that I went back to school and I regret that you will not be here to help me finish. Manny, Siara,Jalia, and Eli love you too. We will miss you sooooo much. Remember, you're cooler than cool Baby! I Love You!

My sincere sympathies to Maria's family and friends. She will be missed dearly. May she rest in Peace.

My best friend, the one person I could talk to about anything. Who am I going to talk to now?

Eventhough our families didn't interact as much as we all would like, her passing will continue to affect us. Marie will be forever missed!

I am sending condolences on behalf of my mother and myself. She was my mother's primary care doctor and my mother loved her. She will be extremely missed by both of us. She took care of my mother as if she were her own.

I love you Maria and I always will. You were like a sister to me and I'll miss you teasing me about my silly parties, photo albums and my festive holiday telephone answering machine messages! Thank you for always making me laugh and for all your love that you gave to David and I.



God bless... Kim Robb

I shared alot with Mari, she was one of my closes friends. We spend a beautiful weekend together in San Francisco, which was one of the best weekend of my life. She was not only a great friend but she was also a great co-worker. We spend many days joking around in the office and making silly jokes. She will be for ever miss.