Jane Suzanne Hernandez, 57, a 20 year employee of Three Rivers Valero Refinery in Three Rivers, Texas, passed away December 11, 2009 at her residence with her family at her side.

Jane was born November 3, 1952 in Cleburne, Texas to Thomas and Ruby Gambrell Bryant.  As a young girl and young adult, she barrel raced and won several awards in Ft. Worth and Cleburne. Jane had a passion for travel, softball, South Texas beaches and riding bicycles with her grandchildren.  Jane founded the South Texas Pool League ten years ago and currently held the position of Operator/President.  Her sons and grandchildren were the loves of her life; her life evolved around them.

Survivors include her husband: Andy Hernandez of Three Rivers, Texas; three sons: Arlee (Yvette) Bowerman and Autry (Jessica) Strealy of Three Rivers, Texas and Audy (Melissa) Strealy of Tow, Texas; four grandchildren: Angelina Bowerman, A.J. Strealy, Kaleb Huebotter and Drew Strealy; and numerous friends.

Jane’s parents precede her in death

Visitation will be held Monday, December 14, 2009 at Good Hope Baptist Church in Three Rivers, Texas.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM.  Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 11 AM, at Good Hope Baptist Church in Three Rivers, Texas with Pastor David Darling officiating.  Burial will follow at Three Rivers Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Tommy Garcia, Lee Davila, Brian Hernandez, Carlos Garcia, Angel Briseno and Eric Morin.