Deborah S. Hernandez

Deborah Hernandez Obituary

Deborah S. Hernandez, 56, of Cathedral City Calif passed away on October 11, 2010 in Cathedral City. She was born on June 6, 1954 to Milton Stewart and Dorothy Burness in San Diego Calif. She married John Hernandez on July 19, 1986 in San Diego Calif. She was a teacher for 8 years and worked for the last 3 years at Palm View Elementary School. She worked at Eisenhower Hospital for 11 years. She was a girl scout leader for 3 years, and a Sunday School teacher for 18 years at the United Methodist Church of Palm Springs. Deborah is survived by her daughter Michelle Hernandez, 21, of Cathedral City Calif., mother Dorothy Burness of Cathedral City Calif., sisters Pamela Vaughan of Coronado Calif., Cynthia O'Connor of Fairfax Va., and brother William Stewart of Hemet Calif. She was preceded in death by her husband John Hernandez. Service will be held at 2pm on October 30, 2010 at Palm Springs United Methodist Church.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Oct. 23 to Oct. 28, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Deborah Hernandez

11 Entries

Sharon Flores

October 17, 2020

Debbie still remains in my memory as one of the nicest ladies I have ever known. I still pray for her daughter that she has a good life and doing well. She was far too young to have lost both parents. She was fortunate to have had two good parents. God bless her wherever she is.

October 30, 2010

Debbie there will always be a special place in my heart reserved just for you & John! You and your family touched my heart many, many years ago! Our family camping trips together Idyllwild, Santa Barbra I had a wonderful time! I remember the time you all came up to Bishop and shared your time with us also! From time to time I recall many of those moments! I will always cherish those memories forever!

Debbie you were with out a doubt one of the finest person I have ever known! Your big kind heart touched each and every person who knew you! Your commitment and dedication to educate our school children truly amazing! I remember the time you would come down to my shop and we would build your school project together!

Your efforts to keep Michelle on track after John passed away, I commend you! But it was your soft spoken voice that I will remember you mostly! Your laughter will always live within me! It was a joy to sit and talk with you! We just talk about everything, it was those times I'll remember most! Your soft spoken voice will be missed by everyone here today!

Debbie I assure you I will do everything I can and I'm sure each and everyone here today will do everything they can to make sure your beautiful daughter Michelle does not fall! Michelle everyone here has there arms and hearts wide open for you! We all have two shoulders each for you to lean on! We all have two arms to hold you with too!

Debbie I'm humbled to have known you as a great friend! I will miss you!

Steve Fischer

Margie Griffith

October 29, 2010

Note to Debbie.

Things happened so fast, like a whirlwind. But I'm so honored that our lives intersected. You are a great friend and an inspiration to me. Whether you are aware of it or not, you have helped to keep me grounded. You've also pushed me to succeed. Your friendship is very valuable to me and will remain so. I will miss you and you will forever be in my thoughts. I light this candle in your loving memory.

Love,

stefanie burgett

October 28, 2010

Mushi,
I know we haven't been in touch for a while but if you need anything please don't hesitate to call! if you need my number you can message me on facebook. Also my parents are in the desert if you need help with anything Im sure they would be more then willing to help you out! I can't believe this news, I am so sorry your mom was such a great person!

Ruth Burgett

October 28, 2010

Dear Michelle,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was one of the most wonderful people I met in my life. She was loving, giving, and caring. She gave so much of herself. I will never forget her. May she rest in peace.

Brenda Lujan

October 27, 2010

Michelle,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences...My kids and I met you and your mom at Mourning Star a few years ago when we lost their daddy. I shared many conversations with your mom involving you and your father, and she told me so many times how much she loved you both. Everytime I hear the song "How far is Heaven" I remember how she told me it reminded her of your father. Since then, I lost my son as well...so I know what you're going through. The only thing that will sustain you through all this is the hope we have in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please lean on Him for your source of strength.
Please know I will be praying for you daily, and that you may contact me if you ever feel lead to do so.
Your father and mother are now reunited in Heaven watching over you. Trust in God no matter what...He will get you through this day by day.

Brenda Johnson-Lujan, Vanessa and Amber Garcia

Sharon Flores

October 25, 2010

Michelle, You cannot imagine the saddness I feel for you over the passing of your mother. Debbie was one of the most caring and loving ladies I've ever met. She was brave in the face of many adversities. She was strong for you and your dad. Everything she did was done with love and devotion for the children and parents she served. Never a sorrow nor saddness could keep her away. She knew her strengths and did all she could to help your grandmother. I pray that you are brave and live your life with dignity and love the way your parents would have wanted you to do. You are in my prayers, Michelle. I've loved you since you were a wee child. God bless you.

Larea Pettersen

October 24, 2010

Debbie's gentle spirit, her love of family and friends, her kind heart, and the tears and the laughter we shared, are just a few of the memories I will hold in my heart until we meet again!

Dee Wescott

October 23, 2010

My condolences to all of Debbie's family. I will never go to Kohl's again without Debbie on my mind. I think I saw her there even more than I saw her at church. Even though she is in a better place now, it does not take away the hurt of her being gone. I hope you will honor her memory by keeping those things which were important to her alive. Love, Dee Wescott PSUMC

Roger and Rachel Holder

October 23, 2010

Dear Michelle and the Hernandez family.

Debbie was the kind of person you never forget. The gift of herself will remain in the hearts of all that knew her and especially her UMC family. We were truly blessed all of these years to have her loyal
committment to the children of our church and to everyone she touched with her warm smile and embrace.

Barb Phlaum

October 23, 2010

Dear Michelle and Family...

I was very saddened to hear of Debbie's passing. I worked with her at EMC and she was always so helpful and kind. She was a beautiful person in grace and spirit. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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