BORN

February 2, 1950

DIED

August 12, 2021

AGE

LOCATION

Harlingen, Tx, Texas

Harlingen, TX - Harlingen, Texas-Samuel Hernandez, Jr. went to be with God on Thursday, August 12, 2021, he was 71years old.

He was born February 2, 1950 and graduated from Texas A & I Kingsville in 1975 where he was a member of Phi Kappa Theta/PKT. Sam was a Speech Therapist for Mercedes School District and retired from HCISD in 2016.

Sam loved and served his community for over 45 years which included being an active parishioner at Immaculate Heart of Mary, a religious Education Teacher at St. Anthony Parish, acquired monies for scholarship for graduating Catholic Seniors, an active member of the Elks Lodge and President of the 100 Men's and Women's Catholic Club of Harlingen.

Sam was passionate and continued to work hard up until his last days. He was the Proprietor of B & H Custodial Service and President of the Vista Del Mar Association, South Padre Island, Tx.

He was loved and admired by his family and friends. Sam would write poems for his grandkids and here is one for him:

To the man that we all Adored

And went so sudden to the LORD

The memories we will always hold Dear

Watching scary movies together eased the Fear

You always helped us eat everything on our Plate

And helping us, you were never Late

We will miss making your special Drinks

And can't forget the soaps/shampoos you took from the hotel Sinks

There won't be a single day that goes By

So blessed to have had you in our lives and ask ourselves WHY!!

WE LOVE YOU!!

He is survived by his beautiful wife Maria Lydia Hernandez of 45 years.

His son Luis Rosendo Hernandez (Darlene). His Grandchildren: Gabriela Nicole (21), Daniela Renee (19), Mariella Marie (15), Ross (13).

Brothers: Juan (Regina), George (Linda), Ricardo, David, Daniel (Christina) and numerous nephews and nieces.

Our hearts are lifted by the efforts of Valley Baptist Medical Covid Unit Doctors, Nurses and Staff. Most especially for the loving care and constant concern from Dr. Antonio Martinez, MD., who remained vigilant throughout our whole family's ordeal.

Services will be held at Trinity Funeral Home, 1002 E. Harrison Ave., Tuesday, August 17, 2021, 5 PM -9 PM with a prayer service of the Holy Rosary to begin at 6:00 pm followed by Celebration of Life Service to begin at 7:00 pm.

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So sorry to know that Mr. Hernandez have left us. Do you ever wonder of wonderful people you previously met? Well now and then Mr. Hernandez would come to my mind when I would see a person that resembled him. As I read his obituary, now I know why he left a great impression of him with me. I worked as a secretary at HHS South and Mr. Hernandez was always so kind, attentative. I read the beautiful obituary and thank him and his family for the love and kindess he shared for the community....

rosalinda g. garcia - san benito

August 21, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. ❤

Joy Gutierrez

August 20, 2021 | Harlingen, TX | Friend

We know your hearts are broken with the passing of a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He is a part of all of you and will always be in your hearts. We pray that you will find comfort and peace through this very difficult time. Take care of each other. With love, Billy, Melinda, and Jamie.

The Hockaday Family

August 19, 2021

Sam you have been an Angel for sure right here with us. I can remember as far as elementary that you were looking out for God´s children. I too received a scholarship from the 100 Men´s Club at Immaculate Heart of Mary. I know you made that happen and I am honored to have met you. At CCD I listened to all your incredible wisdom as you read the scripture to us. Indeed you have need such a great Angel to so many. My heart felt condolences to your family. Thank you, Most...

Carlos Valdez

August 19, 2021

To Lydia and the Hernandez family it is with great sadness that we bid farewell to a great man and servant of the Lord. Please know that Sam will be remembered for many years to come, he was a great influence to our kids in CCD and young couples at Immaculate. We are forever grateful for his kindness and support to our young Catholics. Thank you Lydia for all you did but also for sharing such a wonderful man with our church community. He is not gone, he will be with you always.

Rosie & Richard Loya

August 18, 2021

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Beto/Betty Cavazos

August 18, 2021 | Mission, TX | Acquaintance

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My Compadre, sorry I'm not in Harlingen but your in my heart.
My condolences to my Comadre . Always admire your beautiful
Spirt. Their was a coumness about you that I
will miss. But glad you showed it to me. Thank
God for entering our life along with your wife. God bless.

Jesus A Juarez

August 18, 2021 | San Antonio, TX | Friend

I would like to offer my heartfelt condolences to the Hernandez family, may Mr. Hernandez lay at peace with our Heavenly father as he watches over his loved ones.
Many individuals knew Mr. Hernandez from the Immaculate Heart of Mary church community as I did, which one quote comes to mind when thinking of his act of kindness and loving gestures to his church community and specially with the youth. “Attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity”. -Simone Weil-
As I knew Mr....

Michael Ortiz II

August 17, 2021 | San Antonio, TX | Friend

Remembering you at the Mercedes media building 1978 when you proudly presented your beautiful fiancé, Lydia. Our paths crossed again when I taught with her and then again when you helped Marina get a 100 men scholarship. So glad to have met you and, (Lydia) Mrs. Hernandez even though you walk alone now, you won’t be lonely, you have the support of the community and me.
Sincerely,
Blanca VIllarreal

Blanca Villarreal

August 17, 2021 | Harlingen, TX | Coworker

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