Herminia Cardenas

Herminia Dela Rosa Cardenas, age 95, was called home to the Lord on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, on her husband's birthday, surrounded by family. She was born on April 23, 1929, to the late Felix and Josefa Martinez Dela Rosa. Herminia married her husband, Aristeo Cardenas, on June 25, 1949, and remained married for 66 years until his passing in 2015.
Hermina's life was a testament to her unwavering love for her family, a love that was felt in every embrace, every meal, and every stitch of her needle. She met the love of her life while picking cotton, and together they made Brownwood their family's permanent home. There, Hermina became the heart and soul of the Cardenas family, a role she embraced with boundless devotion. As a master seamstress and crocheter, Hermina's hands were never idle; they were always creating and giving. Her blankets brought comfort, her Sunday breakfasts brought the family together, and her presence brought a sense of home that can never be replaced. She poured her love into every act of service, always thinking of her loved ones first. Hermina was a loving wife and mother and a beacon of light for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her home was a sanctuary, a place where everyone felt safe and loved. As a devout Christian, she found peace in her devotionals and joy tending to her roses, her garden a reflection of the care she gave to everything she touched. Hermina was a loyal fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. Even when her teams were losing, she cheered them on with unwavering support, even if it meant wanting to throw the remote at the referees or umpires out of frustration. We will forever miss her in the kitchen, her quick wit, her contagious laugh, and the warmth of her arms that could chase away any worry. Hermina loved us without limits, and the depth of our loss is a measure of the immense love she gave us. Though our hearts ache, we find joy in the legacy she leaves behind-a legacy of love, service, and unshakable faith. Thank you for showing us what it means to love fully. Your memory will continue to be our guiding light, and your love will forever be the foundation of our family.
Herminia is preceded in death by her husband, Aristeo, son: Ramon Cardenas, daughter: Margie Cardenas Perez, granddaughter: Angelica Yasalet Cardenas, great-grandson: Jesus Andres Bernal, son-in-law: Jesus Bernal, and beloved brothers and sisters: Ruth, Felix, Julian, Margarita, Alfredo, Cecilio, Manuelita, Elijio, and Adela.
Herminia is survived by four children: Yolanda Bernal of Brownwood, TX, Reyes and Maria Cardenas of Arlington, TX, Rudy and Sandy Cardenas of Ft Worth, TX, and Josie and Gilbert Contreras of Early, TX, and daughter-in-law, Elva Cardenas of Brownwood, Tx. She also is remembered by eighteen grandchildren: Albert and Sara Bernal, JoAnn and Jorge Martinez, A.R. and Celeste Cardenas, Lisa Villareal and Chuck Gebhardt, Jessica and Sabino Alvarado, Ricardo and Tamara Cardenas, Lydia and Brian Frerichs, J.B. Bernal, Adrian and Melanie Cardenas, April and Jason Sanchez, Rafe Cardenas and Marie Gray, Kristen and Paul Perry, Juan and Melissa Bernal, Tonie and Rodney Middleton, Steven Cardenas, Ryan Contreras, Danielle Contreras, and Andrea Contreras, thirty-nine great-grandchildren, and eight great, great-grandchildren.
Visitation and Rosary will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Heritage Funeral Home Davis-Morris Chapel.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, September 9, 2024, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Eastlawn Cemetery in Early, Tx.
Pallbearers will be Albert Bernal, A. R. Cardenas, Ricardo Cardenas, J. B Bernal, Adrian Cardenas, Rafe Cardenas, Juan Bernal, Steven Cardenas, and Ryan Contreras.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Heritage Funeral Home Davis - Morris Chapel.
Please view Ms. Cardenas online memorial at www.heritagefuneralhometx.com