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Johnny Hernandez Obituary

Hernandez, Johnny (Wango) S. Jr.
69 years old. Born August 11, 1941. John passed away on Wednesday June 1, 2011. Johnny was born to Juan Serna Hernandez and Eduarda Salas Hernandez, was one of ten children. His parents have preceded him in death. Johnny loved family, dancing and cars. A memorial service will be held at St. Catherine of Sienna Church at 6200 S. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ. Visitation will be held on Wednesday June 8, 2011 at 8am. Rosary at 9am and mass will be celebrated at 10am. Internment to follow at East Rest Haven Park Cemetery where he will be close to his mother and father. Arrangements have been entrusted to Harper's Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in his name.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jun. 7, 2011.

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Augustin Aranda

June 11, 2011

All of the pains of this world are now gone and you can now rest now Tio. May God welcome you and help the rest of the family in their time of grief.

Norma Burgos

June 9, 2011

To all the Hernandez family members,my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

Mina Maytorena

June 8, 2011

I remember the good times all of us had as members of the St. Mary Magdaline's Cana Hall Teenager's Club. Not to mention the guy's Little Mafia Car Club! Thinking back on those days is the way I will always remember Johnny. Happy and doing his 'wango' dances! Always smiling. A super, super nice guy! We'll see you later, Johnny! God Bless You!!!
My condolences to the family, especially Maria, Ricky and Gloria. Sorry I couldn't make it to the memorial services. Maria, please call me. 623-241-2507.

Michael Rimola

June 7, 2011

Miss the days when we used to live on solano drive, me and tata would pick oranges in the backyard toss the ball to buttons his cocker spaniel,take walks to christown mall, or just watch saturday night live eat snickers and pepsi and cheetos. Rest In Peace TaTa Love you!!!

Dora Gonzalez Wright

June 7, 2011

My most sincere condolences Maria, Ricky and all family members. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.God bless you.

Chris Tellez

June 7, 2011

May God welcome you home with all his love. Rest in peace Tio.

BOBBIE JO HERNANDEZ

June 7, 2011

OUT THOUGHT AND HEARTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME,PLEASE EXCEPT OUR CONDOLENCE TO THE HERNANDEZ FAMILY. CHARLOTTE DE LA ROSA & BOBBIE JO HERNANDEZ AND HERNANDEZ GRANDCHILDREN.

DIANA HERNANDEZ

June 7, 2011

IM GUNNA MISS MY TIO SMILE AND WHEN YOU WOULD GO TO VISIT HIM,HE WOULD WILL JUST SMILE AND IN HIS FAMOUS VOICE JUST SAY( HEYYY....) LOVE YOU TIO,DIANA & BOO BOO.

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