Denise Ann Hernandez's Obituary
Denise Ann Hernandez passed away on Saturday June 10, 2023. Denise was born on September 2, 1953 in Bay City, Michigan to Marlin Metiva and the late Marilyn Metiva. Denise was the sister of Dan Metiva (Bev), Marty Metiva (Cheryl), Mike Metiva (Becky) and Lisa Watson (Jeffery). Denise was the loving mother of Jacob Manning (Ros), Miranda Hernandez, Theresa Hernandez and Darrin Hernandez. Denise married Carlo Hernandez on July 10, 1993. Denise was the proud grandmother of Theresa’s child Lorelei Bertke.
Denise graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelor’s degree in education. Denise received a master’s degree in education from the University of New Orleans. Denise loved teaching children and taught at Pontchartrain Elementary School from September 2001 until she retired in July 2013 to help care for her newborn granddaughter Lorelei. Denise taught many years in New Orleans at John Dibert Elementary School before moving to Mandeville in 2001. Denise loved walking and reading, especially mysteries.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Avenue, Covington Louisiana on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 11:00 AM with visitation on Friday beginning at 10:00 AM.
The Hernandez family invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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