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Paul Hernandez Obituary
June 18, 1970 - September 23, 2021
Paul Arnold Hernandez, 51, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2021.
Paul, the oldest of 4 children was born on June 18, 1970 to Paul and Phyllis Hernandez in Bakersfield, CA. He attended local schools, College Heights Elementary, Washington Jr. High, and East Bakersfield High School. He graduated class of 1988, where he participated in the EB band, tennis, was Senior Class Vice President and graduated with a gold seal.
After graduating high school, Paul attended the University of California, Los Angeles where he majored in English/Chicano Studies. He later pursued a career in elementary education, teaching at West Vernon Elementary in L.A. for over 15 years. Paul had a passion for teaching and loved watching and helping his students grow to their full potential. He was smart and funny, loved spoiling his niece and nephew and his angel Precious. He loved music and especially loved to dance. He will be missed immensely by everyone who knew him.
Paul was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Arnold and Mary Hernandez, maternal grandparents Henry and Mary Lucero, and uncles Ronnie, Tony, Joey and Mikey Lucero.
Paul leaves behind his parents Paul and Phyllis Hernandez, his siblings Phillip, Trish and Precious Hernandez, his niece and nephew Samone and Drew, his favorite rescue pet Chewy, and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
Visitation and Rosary will be held on October 3, 2021 at 6:00pm, at Basham-Hopson Funeral Care, 620 Oregon St, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mass will be on October 4, 2021 at 1:30pm, at St. Francis Catholic Church, 900 H St, Bakersfield, CA 93304. Graveside service will follow at Historic Union Cemetery, 730 Potomac Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307.
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Gabriel Mendoza
November 21, 2021
Paul...
I can't believe you are gone. We were planning to meet up and renew our friendship when I moved back to Cali. I can't believe I was so late to find only that you passed a month ago. My heart is so heavy for you. We talked and texted and it was supposed to happen.
We were next to each other in music while in College Height. We both played the clarinet.
You were and are a beautiful man... And Yes I would have.
I hope & know you found peace in your life and after.
I will see you again, Paul
With much love
Gabriel
Steven "Scott" Alvarado (Pinky)
October 5, 2021
My sincerest condolences to all the loved ones. My heart is heavy. Not sure what to say. I only got to have you in my life for a brief time but always cherish the time that we did have.
Latoya Williams
October 2, 2021
Paul, I am at a loss for words. I will miss you terribly. My heart is heavy. I have lost another brother.
I love you Paul.
Vickie Cierley Ellis
September 29, 2021
My love and prayers go out to all of Paul's family. He was always so nice and just a great guy.
Erin Chieko Kamal Quick
September 29, 2021
My Dearest Paul, My heart is heavy. You always brought a smile to my face and you have the biggest heart of anyone I know. We always made the best of things while attending UCLA together. You were my roommate, best friend, and confident. We would always drive up to Bakersfield so you could visit your family, that you cherished so much. I will play With You by Tony Terry so you can enjoy it for eternity and I will hear you singing it. I will love and miss you dearly forever.
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