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Lucy Gomez-Hernandez Obituary

Lucy Gomez-Hernandez peacefully left this world Friday, April 1, 2016 in her home at the age of 84.

Born March 16, 1932 in Canfield, CO, Lucy graduated Erie High School in 1949 and later received her degree in Nursing from CU Medical -Denver in 1955. She worked as a pediatric nurse at Mary's Help Hospital after moving to California. Lucy married Manuel Hernandez in 1961. In 1968, Lucy and her family moved back to Boulder, Colorado and opened Señor Miguel's Mexican Restaurant. In 1970, she and her family relocated to Colorado Springs and opened Señor Manuel Mexican Cuisine which remains open today.

Lucy is preceded in death by her parents, Mike and Della; and siblings, Jimmy, Julia, and Susie. She is survived by her siblings, Emma, Joe, and Mickey; her husband of 54 years, Manuel; children, Mark (Renee), Mika (Jack), and Renee (Carlos); grandchildren, Maye, Mark, Annie (Kevin), Elizabeth, Russell, Seth, and Samuel; and great-grandchildren, Manuel, Miguel, Martin, and Maileena; as well as numerous other family members.

"Your kindness and generosity will be greatly missed."

Memorial service will be held on Monday, April 25 at 1:00 pm at Corpus Christi Church.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 13, 2016.

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Stephanie Ulku

April 21, 2016

RIP sweet Lucy. Will never forget you. God Bless. Thoughts and Prayers go out to all of the family.

Dianna,Jordan,Eddie Aragon

April 18, 2016

Lucy was my second mom I will always love and miss her.

April 18, 2016

The Beggs Family has you all in our thoughts, Hernandez Family! Lucy was a sweet and kind woman. I hope that you all can find some comfort in the memories that you have of your mom and in each other. Hugs to you all-Jenny Breeding (Beggs)

Janie Rausch (Hendron)

April 17, 2016

I have fond memories of Lucy. Senor Manuels was my first job, and I remember Lucy as a motherly woman with a hint of quirky fun. Whenever I was reprimanded (rarely) by Manuel, Lucy would give a supportive grin when I passed by the bar. Heaven's margaritas and Mexican food got an upgrade. God less Lucy and family.

Joleen Fuenzalida

April 15, 2016

My dear Aunt Lucy, I will miss your beautiful voice. You and Uncle Manual always made us feel so welcome when we would come to visit. Our entire family and Colorado Springs will never be the same without you. Looking forward to our reunion in heaven some day and you'll show us where the "authentic" mexican food can be found.

Chrisy Reed Kowalski

April 14, 2016

Lucy was a loving mom to many many of us. The Angels are rejoicing and heaven is even more amazing with her beautiful presence. Celebrate up there Lucy!!! You made it through this life on earth an amazing lady and people around you felt like we had to step up our kindness just being in your presence. You were very loved by many. Love Chrisy

Susan Manahan

April 14, 2016

Aunt Lucy was such a beautiful person inside and out. Her gentleness of spirit will be greatly missed. Love you.

Kari Kemp

April 14, 2016

Hernandez Family- I am so sorry for your loss. Lucy was such a kind and loving women. I will never forget how exciting it was to go see her and Manuel at the restaurant. I'm confident she is being showered with affection.

Love,

Kari (Lopez) Kemp

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