Miguel Hernandez

Miguel Hernandez obituary, Giddings, TX

Miguel Hernandez

Miguel Hernandez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home - Rockdale on Oct. 21, 2025.

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It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Miguel Hernandez, of Rockdale, TX, who went to be with our Heavenly Father on October 13, 2025, at the age of 80.
Services will be 11 am, Friday, October 24, 2025, at Phillips & Luckey, Rockdale. Burial will follow at I.O.O.F. Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Thursday, from 6-8pm at the funeral home.
He was born on October 29, 1944, in Monterrey, Mexico, to Epimenio Hernandez and Juana Espino. Miguel was known for his kindness, work ethic, and sense of humor and lived a life filled with family, service, and love.
Miguel is survived by Taribia Hernandez, his beloved wife of 52 years.
He is also survived by his children Steve Villanueva, Jesse Villanueva, Barbara Corpus, Becky Espinosa, Rudy Garza, and Rosemary Duran.
And his siblings Antonio Hernandez, Alicia Hernandez, Hilario Hernandez, Cruz Hernandez, as well as many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews
Miguel was preceded in death by his children Miguel Jr. Hernandez, Armando Hernandez, Susana Villanueva, and Ruthie Trevino, and his siblings Epitacio Hernandez, Carmela Espino, Rodoifo Hernandez, Julia Hernandez, Alejandrina Hernandez, Jaime Hernandez.
He enjoyed Homesteading, Ranch Life, entertaining guests and gardening, and found joy in spending time with his lovely wife.
Miguel Hernandez will be remembered most for a heart full of compassion and kindness, always willing to help others in need. His warmth and understanding touched everyone he met. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and community.

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