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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Nahira "Nany" Ashyade Hernandez-Newson, who departed this life on March 24, 2025. Known affectionately as Nany, she was born in Arecibo (Puerto Rico) on November 9, 1966.

Nahira leaves behind her loving husband, Charles M. Newson, whom she married in 1989, three years following their meeting in 1986. She is survived by her children, daughter Bianca Newson and son Charles L. Newson, and …

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What causes did Nahira care about most?
For Gods Creations
For Gods Creations
For Gods Creations
What were Nahira's favorite vacation spots?
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico
What were Nahira's favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading, Time with Family
Reading, Time with Family
Reading, Time with Family
What were Nahira's favorite games to play?
Bingo
Bingo
Bingo

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Born

November 9th, 1966
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
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Graduated from elementary school

June 26th, 1980
Juley Middle
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Graduated from high school

June 29th, 1984
William H Wells High School, North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL

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Cremation

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Nahira "Nany" Hernandez-Newson