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Philip Hernandez Obituary

Nov. 25, 1969 - April 10, 2023 THE THRILL IS GONE Philip "Phil the Thrill" Hernandez, born November 25, 1969, passed away April 10, 2023 in his home in Porter Ranch, California. Phil was born to his loving parents Jose and Priscilla (D) Hernandez in Mission Hills, California. He attended Plummer Elementary, Sepulveda Junior High school and Graduated from Monroe Senior High School in 1987. Phil later attended Columbia School of Broadcasting and University of Phoenix, majoring in Business Administration. He was a member of The Street Team and on Air Personality for LA's 92.3, The Beat FM. He later went on to bartend at various bars and restaurants and eventually became a Tow Truck Driver. Phil had a son in June 0f 2000, Elias. Married his best friend and had triplets, Xavier, Viviana and Isaiah, to where he proudly named himself, "Triplet Dad". Unfortunately, he and his wife divorced but they remained confidants throughout the years. Phil is survived by his Father Jose Hernandez, sister Patricia Hernandez-Arce (Zyanya), sister Catherine Hernandez (Renee, Andrew). His four children Elias, Xavier, Vivianna and Isaiah and his granddaughter Layla. Philip will be missed by all.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on May 2, 2023.

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Debbie Neptune

January 2, 2024

I remember when I played 3 minutes in heaven with Phil. I met him in Jr. High School. All the girls were crushing on him. Im sorry that you left us so soon Phil. You will always go down in history as the first boy i kissed.

Betty Fuentes

May 23, 2023

Jose Hernandez and Family, my heartfelt condolences may the Lord grant you strength and comfort in this difficult time.

Laura Vargas

May 7, 2023

Phil, I am saddened to hear of your passing. I remember the last time I saw you, cracking jokes and enjoying being surrounded by family. May you dwell in eternal peace with the Lord, protected by the love of Christ and your mom, Priscilla.

erick alfonso

May 6, 2023

phil was a nice kind person friendly

Rosalie castillo

May 3, 2023

Mijo, you left us and our lives are empty. Our hearts are broken but we ask Our Lord to welcome you into the eternal light and may it always shine upon you. Rest now in peace. Our condolences to my brother, nieces and family. May Our Lord comfort your empty hearts. You will be missed mijo. Love always, your tios Jess and Rosalie

Your. Tios Martha n Manuel Medina & Familia

May 3, 2023

Our deepest condolences to my brother and his family our hearts are all broken by this sadness Philip will be missed deeply now he is with his mom n nanas n tatas and his favorite tias Aggie and tia carmen Rest In Peace Philpe we Love you an will miss you

Tio and Tia Chanis & Ramona Lozano

May 3, 2023

Our deepest condolences to the family. I´m sorry for your lost.
Love Tio Chanis & Tia Ramona and family

Carolina Zito

May 2, 2023

We will hold you in our hearts. We love you cousin Phil. Until we meet again.

Dan and Maria Lozano

May 2, 2023

Thoughts and prayers to the family of my cousin Philip

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