JOSEPHINE C. HERNANDEZ SAENZ: July 24, 1945—April 20, 2023
Josephine Hernandez Saenz was called home by her Heavenly Father on April 20, 2023, at the age of 77.
She was born to Vicente and Sixta Hernandez on July 24, 1945, in Wheelock TX, and was the youngest of eleven brothers and sisters. She was a 1963 graduate of Stephen F. Austin High School in Bryan TX.
Josephine was a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, and sister. She was a nurse and caregiver to patients and family for over thirty years and took pride and honor in caring for all. In her spare time, she loved working outside in her garden, collecting and researching jewelry and gemstones, and keeping up with the latest in sports. Throughout her entire life, she held an unwavering faith in God, which she shared with those who surrounded her.
Josephine joins her parents, Vicente and Sixta; brothers, Pablo Hernandez, Moses Hernandez, Eliazar Hernandez, Daniel Hernandez; and sisters, Sarah Hernandez, Esther Garcia, Lorenza Vasquez, and Juana Hidrogo in Heaven.
She leaves behind to honor her memory her daughter, Michele Saenz Ramirez and husband, Edward Ramirez; granddaughter, Amanda Ramirez; sister, Lupe Ruiz; brother, Sam Hernandez; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on April 28, 2023, followed by funeral services at Memorial Funeral Chapel in Bryan. Committal followed at the Bryan City Cemetery.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.memorialfuneralchapelbryan.com for the Saenz family.
Dave Mayfield
How sad. I remember Josephine (I think I may have pronounced it Josephina) well, during our SFA days. RIP.