Mary Nell Hernandez, 86, of Kennett Square, PA, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020. She was the beloved wife of Miguel "Mike" Hernandez Santoyo with whom she shared 36 years of marriage. Born in Doeville, TN, she was the daughter of the late Emerson Arnold and Lula Belle Corun Arnold.
Mary lived in the area most of her life. She was a member of the Full Gospel Apostolic Church in Kennett Square PA. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who will be missed by many numerous family friends and loved ones.
She is survived, in addition to her husband, by six children; Louise Palmer and husband Randy of Florida, Jerry Johnson and wife Cindy of NJ, Leonard Johnson and wife Janie of Kennett Square, Benny Johnson and wife Loetitia of Clayton, De, Larry C. Johnson Newark Del, and Patsy Hernandez, and her husband Gerardo of Elkton, MD, 11 grandchildren; Benny Johnson Jr. Jennifer Clark, Pamela Cooper, Laurie Esher, Cindy Kinney, Jerry Johnson Jr. Diana Lemma, Gerald Collazo, Jerry Porter, Bobby Porter Jr., Stephanie Johnson, Zachary Johnson, BJ Hanover, 26 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one grandson William Joseph Porter and ten siblings; Coy Arnold, Edgar Arnold, Bruce Arnold, John Arnold, George Arnold, Jesse Arnold, Ruth Arnold, Richard Arnold, Marie Nickles and Viennie May Mangun.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the Full Gospel Apostolic Church, 430 E. S. St., Kennett Square, PA with Pastor Gary Ratliff officiating. Family and friends are also invited to attend the viewing at the church from 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at the Union Hill Cemetery in Kennett Square, PA.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg, PA. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Prayers for the family during
Prayers for the family during this very difficult time.
I am the granddaughter of Vennie May. Her daughter, Donna was my mother.
thank you
Hello.Thank you so much.Sorry we never got meet.maybe you will be able to come to the service
My prayers are going up for
My prayers are going up for the family tonight. I am so sorry that I am out of town and not able to attend the service. Please know that my thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. May God send His Holy Spirit to walk along beside you.
Richard Williams
thank you
Thank you so much and May God keep you safe
Mary Nell
I was so sad to hear about Mary Nell. I always looked for her when coming to the church and either we would greet and share a few memories or ask about the others family. Never once did we meet that she didn't have a smile and that cute little wave as she'd nod her head if we weren't close enough to speak. Love that lady. To the family left behind, I am sorry. My heart breaks for you. Love to all.
Hi Billy thank you so much
Hi Billy thank you so much.mom thought the world of all of you.Im so sorry for your loss.my heart goes out to each and every one of you.I remember the beautiful pamphlets you made when my son Billy died.I appreciate them more than you know.I have been praying for you and you and your family.you all have voices of angels so beautiful. God bless you Billy
Condolences to Mike and Family
Mary Nell was always such a kind and sweet lady. We have lost a dear friend but she has received her great reward. Prayers for Mike and her family.
A Matriarch of a Loving Family
I only had the opportunity to meet Mary & her family during the final chapter of her life. It was clear from my first conversations with Patsy & Janie, that Mary was the Matriarch of a
VERY LOVING family. They did everything they could possibly do to let Mom know that she was loved & valued. Many miles were traveled for "window visits" & "Cubby visits".
The family supported their Matriarch in every way they could during this harsh time of nursing home visitor bans. I wish peace for the family now during this time of grief. I wish joy for the family
as they savor their memories of their Matriarch.
Sending up prayers and peace
My condolences to such a tight nitch family. Losing someone is never easy especially for such a close bonded family. Prayers to all family members and love to each and every one of you during the grieving process. God has gained a beautiful angel.
Miss you momma
My precious momma there not a day that passed that I don't think of you.I pray your up in haven't having a great time.You sure had it rough here on earth.Cant with to see you again.I love you momma
Missing you
Dear momma,I miss you so much.Wish you were hear miss your beautiful smile,Miss talking to you and running around with you.Miss calling you every day.I love you momma