Obituaries
August 15, 2012
Obituaries
Nicolaza J. Hernandez
With great sorrow we would like to announce that Nicolaza J. Hernandez also known as “Hortencia” has passed away peacefully on August 7, 2012 in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Nico, as many knew her, was born May 9, 1928 in Colfax, CA.
Nico married Manuel R Hernandez Sr and together they lived in Cabrillo Village in Saticoy for 12 years and later moved to Santa Paula with their three children, Leticia, Manuel Jr. and Javier. Nico and her husband both worked for Saticoy Lemon Assn for some time and she also worked at Gentry Foods in Oxnard for many years.
Nico had a strong faith in Jehovah God and was one of Jehovah’s witnesses since 1971 and remained a faithful servant until her death. Nico had suffered chronic arthritis for the last 40 years, however her faith in God and in his promises contained in his word the Bible is what helped her endure her illness giving her the hope and conviction that illness and death will be no more as brought out on Isaiah 33:24 and Revelation 21:4
“And no resident will say ‘I am sick’”.
“And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
Nico will always be remembered by her children as a loving mother who was always there for them for what they needed even if it was just a listening ear. Her friends and family will always remember her joyous laugh and witty replies, but mostly her loving disposition to be among friends and family, always looking for opportunities to express her love and feelings to all who surrounded her. She gained many close friendships who love her and will dearly miss her.
Nico was preceded in death by her son Manuel R. Hernandez Jr. Nico is survived by her husband of 60 years Manuel R. Hernandez Sr. and her children Leticia Molina (husband Frank), Javier Hernandez (wife Kebra), Lupe Jimenez, Elva Jimenez, and Richard Velasco,: grand children, Frank Molina Jr., Daniel R. Molina, Michelle Santiago, Chére Phillips, Sarah Cross, Arturo, Sandra, Manuel, Amalia, Maribel, Marta Leticia, Miguel, Elizabeth, “Tate”and Victoria and numerous great grand children.
The family would like to thank Dr. Michael Swartout who took such good care of her for 30 years. The family will be forever grateful.
I, Leticia Molina, her main caregiver, would like to give special thanks to my husband Frank E. Molina for all the help and loving support he has given me and my mother through all those difficult years. I would also like to thank Carlota Porras, Linda Garcia, Ester Rocha, and Francisca Morales who lovingly assisted in her care.
A memorial service for Nico will be held on Saturday August 18th at 3:00pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s witnesses at 837 E. Ventura St. Santa Paula, CA 93060.
Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of the Family Owned & Operated Robert Rey Garcia Jr Funeral Svcs., Santa Paula, CA. 805.229.7054.
Betty Lee Robbins
Betty Lee Robbins, 69, of Santa Paula, passed on to glory peacefully on August 1st. Betty was a lifelong resident of Santa Paula who not only grew up here, but worked and raised her children here.
Becoming a single parent early, Betty went to beauty school, and then worked as a beautician for a few years. Wanting more for her family, she returned to school and studied to become a licensed vocational nurse. She had a long career working as an LVN at several area convalescent hospitals, including Twin Pines for approximately 20 years.
Betty was an active member of the First Christian Church in Santa Paula. She also belonged to Eastern Star.
Betty was a fun-loving person and always a snappy dresser. She loved stylish clothes and jewelry, and was an excellent cook.
Betty was a devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by her son, Mike Suggs and Bernice of Santa Paula; her daughter Cindy Ide and Dave of Ventura; grandsons, Jake and Will Thompson; and her brother, John Robbins and Doreen of Arizona.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Ginger Reynolds; mother Kathleen Robbins; father John Harper Robbins; son-in-law Ron Thompson; and grandmother Virginia Branch.
A memorial service will be held at the First Christian Church, Santa Paula, on Saturday, August 18th at 2 p.m.
