Margarita Hernandez

Margarita Hernandez obituary

Margarita Hernandez

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Margarita Hernandez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by River Woods Funeral Chapels - Des Plaines on Sep. 20, 2025.

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With profound sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved matriarch, Margarita Hernandez Moreno, on September 13, 2025. She was 77 years old. Margarita divided her life between her cherished communities in Chicago and Peoria, Illinois. Margarita was a woman of immense kindness a nd generosity, known for her compassionate spirit and humanitarian efforts. A beacon of hope, she consistently extended a helping hand, offering comfort and support to those in need. Margarita's memory will be treasured forever by her loving family, including her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her legacy of unwavering compassion and selflessness will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know her. She will be deeply missed, and her spirit of kindness will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. Con profunda tristeza anunciamos el inesperado fallecimiento de nuestra querida matriarca, Margarita Hernández Moreno, el 13 de septiembre de 2025. Tenía 77 años. Margarita dividió su vida entre sus queridas comunidades en Chicago y Peoria, Illinois. Margarita era una mujer de inmensa bondad y generosidad, conocida por su espíritu compasivo y sus esfuerzos humanitarios. Un rayo de esperanza, ella constantemente tendió una mano amiga, ofreciendo consuelo y apoyo a los necesitados. La memoria de Margarita será atesorada para siempre por su amada familia, incluidos sus hijos, nietos y bisnietos. Su legado de compasión y altruismo inquebrantables seguirá inspirando a todos los que tuvieron la suerte de conocerla. La extrañaremos profundamente y su espíritu de bondad vivirá en los corazones de sus familiares y amigos.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

25

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

River Woods Funeral Chapels

205 S. River Rd, Des Plaines, IL

Send Flowers

Sep

26

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe

1170 N River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Send Flowers

Sep

26

Graveside service

11:15 a.m.

All Saints Cemetery

700 N River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Send Flowers

Only 9 hours left for delivery to next service.