Esperanza was born on July 23, 1945, in Toppenish, Washington, to Oscar and Martha Rojas. She dedicated her life to serving others, working in social services for many years—a role she continued even after retirement, always helping those in need.

On July 31, 1963, Esperanza married the love of her life, Nestor Gerhardt, in Burley, Idaho, where they built their home and raised their family. Nestor preceded her in death.

Esperanza was a vibrant, loving woman who found joy in spending time with her grandchildren, visiting with family and friends, and sharing her love of music—especially singing and dancing. She helped raise her younger siblings in the absence of their parents and remained a constant source of strength, love, and support throughout her life.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Esperanza is survived by her children:

• Nestor Gerhardt Jr. and his children Dezerae and Nestor III
• Ruben (Melissa) Gerhardt and their children Demetre (Jade), Nicholas, and Xavier
• Isabel Nielsen and her children Izabelle (Santiago), Abigail, and Austyn

She also leaves behind eight great-grandchildren, her five sisters: Beatrice Gerhardt, Delores Gerhardt, Tina (Alfonso) Betancourth, Irene Soto, and Vicki Rojas (Delane) Schumacher; and two brothers: Rudy Rojas and Jose Oscar (Minnie) Rojas Jr.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Nestor, daughter Sylvia Ann, grandson Dominic Gerhardt, her parents Oscar and Martha Rojas, brothers Ruben, Roy, and  Cory John Rojas, and her  very special brother-in-law George Gerhardt.

A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley, Idaho, officiated by Pastor Dan Renz and under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Cindy and all the compassionate medical staff at Fresenius Kidney Care in Twin Falls and Intermountain Health Hospice.

Condolences:

Esperanza was such a beautiful hearted person, l had the privilege of having her as my boss at one time. She truly loved people, and treated everyone with heartfelt sincerity. You will be missed by so many, God bless you and your family left behind. May you RIP....Susie Fuentes

Sending my Deepest Condolences to Hope's Family, she was an amazing lady and I always enjoyed our visits, its been many years since i had seen her but I kept her dear to my heart. May She RIP....Rosie Nevarez Santos

Prayers for the family from the Flores family in Lubbock, Texas. My dad Bartolo Flores and Ysuara Flores. Family for ever. David & Angela Flores

Ruben & Melissa:
I am so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you both and all of your family. God Bless. Dwight & Ana Hollinger

Our condolences to the Hope Gerhardt Family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace. Grace R Del Bosque

I'm going to miss my cousin so much  we kept and touch my Messenger.She would sent me prayers and I would do the same thing. I got to talk to her before the day she died.nShe told me she was just tired of what you was going through and not begged her to go back to the hospital but you wouldn't do it. But I know she's in better hands.Now God his arm.wrapped around her.REST IN MY BEAUTIFUL COUSI WILL MISS YOU ALWAYS. Olga Baltazar

I've known the Rojas family most of my life my deepest condolences  to all the beautiful family may she rest  in peace. Longie Nevarez