Born: Monday Jan-10-1938
Died: Tuesday Nov-05-2024
Funeral: Monday Nov-11-2024

Morrison Funeral Home
& Crematory
188 S. Hwy 24
Rupert, Idaho 83350
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Maria de la Luz Hernandez Abrego was born on January 10, 1938, in La Paloma, Texas. To

Jesus and Carmen Abrego. She spent most of her childhood in Texas alongside Estela,

Manuela, Jesus, Salvador, Refugia, Guadalupe, Ovidio, Josefa, and Ninfa.

On July 19, 1963, she married her beloved husband Miguel M. Hernandez, together, they raised

their children, Miguel Jr (Maria), Mary Francis (Elias), Melissa (Martin), Mabel, and Mateo, in

a warm and loving home in Heyburn, Idaho. As a family, they continued working in the

agricultural industry. Through their work, they made cherished memories. Agriculture took them

all throughout the northwest, where they all developed a strong ethic and love for one another.

Maria was known as “Gambling Grammy” due to her love for the penny slots in Nevada. She

adored visits from her grandchildren Felicia (Maria), AJ (Taylor), Alberto (Marisela), Jesse,

Bianca (Solomon), Michael (Cesar), Araciel, Valerie (Tegan), Michael (Emily), Fernando, Eric

(Briana), Johnny, and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, who brought her immense joy.

Her favorite gifts for birthdays, Christmas, or just because, were lottery tickets, candy, and cash!

Maria also enjoyed watching telenovelas, game shows, and the Weather Channel. She also

found a thrill in bargain shopping, especially as a loyal customer at the Desert Industry.

Maria passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home. Surrounded by her loved ones,

on November 5, 2024. Her family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to Abigail’s In-Home

Care and Horizon Hospice Care for their compassionate care, especially in her final days.

We invite all loved ones to a viewing on Sunday, November 10, 5pm-7pm with rosary beginning

at 6:00 at St Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. The funeral Mass will take place Monday,

November 11 at 2pm at St Therese Little Flower Catholic Church in Burley, Idaho Officiated by

Fr. Julio Vicente, with burial to follow in the Paul Cemetery,. In honor of Maria, we encourage

 attendees to wear her favorite color-red. Maria’s legacy of love, resilience, and warmth will

forever be cherished by her family and friends.  Services are under the direction of Morrison

Funeral Home, 188 South Hwy 24 in Rupert.

Condolenses:

Sorry for your loss you guys are in my thoughts and prayers. Felipe Gonzalez

To the family of Maria Abrigo Hernandez will expect our condolences sorry to hear the past of your dear mother may she Rest In Peace, Cousin Margarita A. Rosales.

So sorry for your loss praying for her family may she rest in peace  from her cousin Lupe Reyna