Name: Calling hours for Antonio Hernandez
Start: 2022-05-20T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-05-20T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Portland Memorial Funeral Home

Antonio C. (Buddy) Hernandez, Jr., 79, of Portland, husband of the late Judith (Guiliano) Hernandez passed away on Saturday, May 14th in Middletown. Born on April 10, 1943 in Manhattan, NY, son of the late Antonio C. Hernandez Sr. and Margaret (Sucre) Hernandez. Buddy lived most of his life in Portland and was a member of St. Mary's Church, Portland. He was retired from Northeast Utilities after being employed for many years. A member of the Portland Fire Department Co # 2 for over 40 years, during that time he delivered two babies and helped save countless lives. Also a member of St. Mary's Counsel # 7 Knights of Columbus . Buddy is survived by his loving family, a son Michael Hernandez of Portland, a granddaughter Addison Hernandez of Newington, and his significant other Patricia Landry. He was predeceased by a son Chris Hernandez, as well as two sisters Colby Davis and Gloria Robida. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 21st in St. Mary's Church, Portland, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in the family plot in St. Mary's Cemetery, Portland. Friends may call at the Portland Memorial Funeral Home, 231 Main St, Portland on Friday, May 20th from 5 to 7 p.m.

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Published by Hartford Courant on May 17, 2022.

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Nancy Ward

August 2, 2022

I just saw that Buddy passed away. I am so sorry. He was a great man and will be missed RIP Buddy

Christine W. Pinunsky

May 22, 2022

Michael (Mike) - So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. While living in Portland I was blessed to know this wonderful man. May you all find peace and keep steadfast of your many memories.

Rosella Stevenson

May 20, 2022

My family will always remember Buddy as good friend to my dad (Tootie). Rest in Peace.

Hope Kasper

May 19, 2022

Mike, your Dad was a very caring thoughtful man. He was the first person at my home when we lost our daughter, Kristina to console us. I will never forgot that.

Lori Petras

May 19, 2022

Mike,
Buddy was always there to help my Mom. He helped my sisters and myself when we met with hospice for my Mom. Buddy was very a very kind and thoughtful person. May he rest in heavenly peace. God bless.

Jon D'Arpino

May 19, 2022

Buddy was the backbone of the Knights of Columbus Freestone Council in Portland and an inspiration to us all. He will be dearly missed. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

Kevin Unikewicz

May 19, 2022

Mike , my family and your family have been friends for a long time . I feel your grief and sorrow.Our times with our parents and friends are real ... Remember the great times we have shared . R I P ! Uncle Buddy ! And say hello to all are family and friends in heaven. Cabbage, and Wayne and Earl ect. Will open their arms to welcome you home !!! May God Bless you Mike .

Karen Hornok Morrow

May 18, 2022

Buddy and Judy were such a big part of our lives, and he was always good to us kids. Rest in peace Buddy, you are dearly missed.

Nancy Hornok Ward

May 18, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss. Buddy was a huge part of my family. He was a great man. Rest in Peace Buddy. You will be missed

Gerald (Jerry) Esposito

May 17, 2022

I first met Buddy when his father and uncle first opened Dusty's Diner,i worked for them both they were
a very nice family and Buddy was always a great person , when i got out of the service Buddy had his 1950Harley for sale and i bought it ,iwas married at the time and lived in Middletown so we didn't see much of each other after that ,but every once in awhile on my bike i thing of him . My prayers are for him and his family. R.I.P. Buddy

Kevin Dowd

May 17, 2022

So sorry to hear of Buddy´s passing. We worked together for many years and was a great friend you could always depend on. He made working interesting and enjoyable. He will be missed. May he Rest In Peace.

Richard Stake

May 17, 2022

Prayers for you and yours

Michael Willinsky

May 17, 2022

Mike, May you find peace in the fond memories of your father.

Buddy had a true love for Portland, his church and Portland Company 2. I learned many things from him at the fire department that I have used throughout my career.

RIP BUDDY

Connie McDonald Shakin

May 17, 2022

Buddy was a selfless man. He saved my father's life on a few occasions as he lived right around the corner from us and was always the first person to respond. He also saw my dad fall off the side of the embankment at the river in his wheelchair while doing dishes at his home one day and was able to get the help needed to get him back up the embankment. You will be missed Buddy.

Beth and Dennis Rau

May 17, 2022

To Mike , the entire Hernandez family and many friends of Buddy . Beth and I are so sorry for your loss . Buddy gave , gave and gave of his time and love for Portland and it´s people . It is a loss to anyone who had the chance to meet Buddy. Buddy was very special and I believe there is a special place for him in heaven where he will have a great number of friends to greet him . Thanks Bud " Rest In Peace "

Barbara Landry (I'm not relatred to Pat lol)

May 17, 2022

Sincere condolences to Buddy's family and friends.
Buddy was a "take charge" kind of guy even in grammar school. Recall him at St Mary's carrying his sister to receive communion; he was a proud brother and protector at young age.
Our lives are indeed enriched by his even brief encounter touching our lives.

Barbara Klember Landman

May 17, 2022

I met Buddy and his family when they first came to Portland and lived on Freestone Avenue. His sister Gloria and I were good friends as seniors in High School. I loved his whole family and I have wonderful memories of that time. I was happy to see Buddy again at St. Mary´s Church when I would attend Mass there. Rest In Peace Buddy - you were one in a million and will be very much missed.

Deb and Tom Yaiser

May 17, 2022

Mike, we are extremely saddened and our hearts are heavy. Buddy was an amazing man. A true pillar of Portland.
Always smiling. Always ready to lend a helping hand without concern for himself. We will miss his infectious laugh. We will miss him.

Donna Nobile

May 17, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Buddy was a great guy.

Caffery, Bob

May 17, 2022

Our true condolences to buddy, and his family. You can always be proud to know that Buddy was a leader in so many ways!! A men of men, and a personal mentor of mine. May he Rest In Peace

Danielle Lavoie Cottrill

May 17, 2022

Mikey,
My condolences to you and your family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Many good memories of coming over as kids. He was a great man.

Susan Cashman Lavoie

May 16, 2022

Michael and Family
I´m so sorry for your loss. Gosh, I´ve known your dad since grammar school. He used to drive Judy and me to #chool in his Merc. We had many great times in the neighborhood and I´ll bet there was a huge picnic when Buddy arrived at the pearly gates. Buddy, Rest In Peace among all the ones who passed before you.

Marra Giuliano

May 16, 2022

My condolences to Buddy´s family. May he Rest In Peace.Buddy was an outstanding member of the Portland community and contributed in so many ways to helping wherever and whenever he could. Dusty´s Diner is where I first remember meeting him and his family back in the 50´s. Rest In Peace.

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