Guadalupe Vargas Hernandez

Guadalupe V. Hernandez, age 53 years and 10 months, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Mission, Texas. She was born on May 14, 1972, in Chicago, Illinois, and was raised in Elsa, Texas.

Guadalupe was a woman full of life, love, and faith. She had a deep love for God and found joy in attending church and living her life with compassion and grace. She enjoyed music, outdoor activities, traveling, and taking trips that created lasting memories with those she loved. She also cherished quiet moments reading, spending time with her beloved dogs, and especially spending time with her grandchildren, who brought her immense joy.

Known for her strength and kind heart, Guadalupe was funny, caring, and endlessly forgiving. She had a way of making others feel welcomed, supported, and loved. Her warmth touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Above all, Guadalupe was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her husband, Joel Hernandez, and her children: Alexandra Nicole De Leon, Joel Hernandez Jr., Harley Hernandez, and Abel Hernandez. She lovingly welcomed Kiesha Vargas into her life as her own daughter.

She was a proud and loving grandmother to Emmanuel Levi De Leon, Emmy Grace De Leon, Azalea Antonia Vargas, and Oliver Elessar Hernandez.

Guadalupe is preceded in death by her parents, Victor Vargas and Antonia Vargas.

A visitation will be held at Brown Family Funeral Home in Mission, Texas, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Guadalupe V. Hernandez will be deeply missed, but her love, strength, and spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and all who knew her.