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James Hernandez Obituary
DEC 6, 1946 - AUG 31, 2019
James Hernandez was born December 6, 1946 and passed away peacefully on August 31, 2019 in Modesto Ca, at Memorial Hospital.
He is survived by his children, his son James Hernandez of San Jose Ca and two daughters Annette Robles and Elaine Hernandez both from Modesto Ca. James has seven grandchildren, John Prather IV, Ryan Callaway, Halley Callaway, Richard Robles, Regina Medina, Michael Medina, all of Modesto CA and James Hernandez from San Jose Ca and two great grandchildren Eliana Robles and Layla Ruelas from Modesto CA.
James was from Merced Ca, where he met his Loving wife Tilly Aguirre. They were married in July 1965. They moved to Modesto Ca in 1970 when he started working at Gallo Glass for 30+ years. James enjoyed spending time with his family and Golfing. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, and was a very spiritual and loving man to his friends and family. James will be dearly missed by all that knew him.
Services for James will be held at Our Lady of Mercy in Merced Ca on Thursday September 12, 2019 at 9:30 AM. Following the service he will be laid to rest beside his wife Tilly, at Winton Cemetery, Winton CA.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Hernandez
Etan P
September 21, 2019
I will miss Michaels grandpa he was funny and liked to trick us
Regina Medina
September 18, 2019
Thank you pop for always being there for me making me feel so special I miss are talks or going into your room after work and you saying how was your night honey ! Your the most amazing man I know and I am doing my best grandpa but I miss my best friend my biggest supporter and thank you pop for that night all never forget that Love you
Sr. Mercedes Ayala
September 12, 2019
To the Family of my cousin Jimmy:
I send to each of you my prayers and condolences upon the loss of Jimmy. I have happy memories of visiting Jimmy at Aunt Lupes house in Winton, along with playing with Bobby, Johnny and Billy, Patty and Chata. I have asked my over 130 Religious sisters to uplift you all in prayer. May Our Blessed Mother, in who's name we celebrate today on the 12th, wrap you all with her mantle of peace.
May God bless you,
Your cousin,
Sister Mercedes,OCD (aka Lori)
Sr. Mercedes Ayala
September 12, 2019
To the Family of Jimmy from your cousin Sister Mercedes:
Please know that I accompany you ALL with my prayers at this time of your loss. I have happy memories of Jimmy, Bobby, Billy and Johnny, Patty and Chata when we would visit them at Aunt Lupes house in Winton. I am asking my Religious Family of over 130 sisters to also pray for you. May Our Blessed Mother, whos Holy name that we celebrate today on the 12th, wrap her mantle and arms of peace around each of you. May God bless you all!
Your cousin,
Sister Mercedes, OCD (aka Lori)
Henry & patty ornelas
September 11, 2019
RIP Uncle Jimmy you will be missed thoughts and prayers with the family
Denise Ford
September 11, 2019
I worked with Jim at Gallo Glass for more than 20 years. He was a very nice guy and a great friend. I'm so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace my friend.
Michael Medina
September 11, 2019
Grandpa I love you it brakes my heart your not here when I get out of school pop thank you for being my best friend pop I love you
Annette Robles
September 10, 2019
I love and miss you so much dad ! !i would love to hear your voice again telling stories you loved to do and all of us enjoyed them...
Robles Annette
September 10, 2019
Dad I love and miss you so much !!!! Thank you for being a loving caring father !
Brian Rahe Ortiz
September 10, 2019
My deepest sympathy to your mom and family and you and offer my help if I can be of assistance for anything with my deepest heart felt respect for your grandpa James and he knows I will be there for you and your family if you need anything let me know if there is anything I can do to help please call or text me at (209)735-9661 my prayers and love and prayers to you and your family if you need anything please call me may your heart's be blessed with the deepest peace and healing and knowing you can always call me if needed for your loss and hope ur grandpa James knows I will be there in his absence may the Lord bless you and your family with all my Love always Brian Rahe Ortiz John's friend
Halley Callaway
September 10, 2019
I love you always grandpa
Colleen Corish
September 10, 2019
I worked with Jim at Gallo Glass in the 80's. Rest In Peace Jim. You are with Tilly now. My prayers are with your family, Jim was one of the finest!
September 10, 2019
Rest n Peace Jim, been a pleasure to know and work with you over the years.
Charlie & Sandy Reese
The Staff of Wilson Family Chapel
September 9, 2019
The Staff and Wilson Family Chapel wishes to extend their sympathy and their assistance for this time of need.
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