Maria Elena Lara Hernandez was born November 17, 1944 in Harligen, TX and passed away September 28, 2013. Maria was a faithful member of the Bread House for 20 years. She was preceded in death by: her mother, Maria De Luz Ruelas; her daughters, Viola and Maria; and her granddaughters, Cristiana and Natasha. She is survived by: her children, Francis, Fernando, Evangelina, Jose, Rolando and Betra Hernandez, but leaves to cherish her memory; grandchildren Octivian and Octivus, who she raised as her own, plus 18 more grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Hernandez will be held Saturday, October 5, 12 pm at the Bread House South, 5601 S. MLK Jr. with the family receiving friends 1 hour prior to the service.