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Ralph Hernandez Obituary

Ralph L. Hernandez EAST CHICAGO, IN - Ralph L. Hernandez, age 105, of East Chicago, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2018 with his loving family at his side. Ralph was born October 9, 1912 in Quiroga, Michoacán, Mexico to the late Nicolas and Maria Cleofas (Ayala) Hernandez. Also preceding him in death are his siblings, Salvador, Maria Jesus, Raymond, Leo, Tillie, Clotilda, David, and Esther; daughter-in-law, LaVone Hernandez; grandson, Richard Hernandez; former spouse, Ada (nee Linz). Left to cherish his memory are his sons: Garry (Judy Andres) Hernandez, David (Judy) Hernandez, William (Rita) Hernandez; daughter, Janice (Jim) Vowell; 13 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren; and his beloved dog, Daisy. Mr. Hernandez was a 1934 graduate of East Chicago Washington High School. He retired in 1976 from Inland Steel after forty years of service. Ralph was an avid golfer, making multiple hole in ones, and was known at Gleason and Wicker Park Golf Courses. He was an intellectual, enjoyed reading history and politics. We can all learn more from Ralph, be kind, conscientious, listen more, talk less, and keep moving. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who loved him. Visitation will be Saturday, February 17, 2018 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME (8178 Cine Ave.; Crown Point, IN 46307). Funeral services will be Sunday, February 18, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, with Fr. Stephen Kosinski officiating. Burial will be in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. To leave online condolences, please visit www.chapellawnfunerals.com

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Published by The Times on Feb. 14, 2018.

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Leo Hernandez

March 7, 2018

The one thing I remember about Uncle Ralph is when my dad (Leo)asked me to go golfing with them at Wicker Park.When I got there (late as usual) they were getting ready to go on the golf course. I hurried up getting ready & started walking toward the office, when my dad asked me where I was going.I said to get a golf cart. He looked at Ralph & shook his head. Ralph smiled.Then he said we walk & don't ride. I said WHAT!! Needless to say. I was exhausted when we finished golfing.Lesson learned: Now, when I golf I always get a golf cart. But, I smile to myself thinking about both of them when I do.
It was good seeing all of our family.
Sincerely,
Leo & Sandy

Joseph Zubrenic

February 15, 2018

Uncle Ralph: To a kind gentle man, you have left us but you will never be forgotten.

Love, Niece Donna Villa
Love, Nephew Joseph Zubrenic

John Hernandez

February 14, 2018

Prayers will be done. May God Bless you.

Laura Hernandez Myers

February 14, 2018

"Laura, stay healthy, stay good. I am 105. My mind is still strong but my body is not working with my mind anymore. I will now have time for deep thought. A very long time to think. Do not worry about me. Take care of yourself, it's late. Get some rest."
Ralph Hernandez (My Grandfather)

February 14, 2018

What a family legacy. We can all learn from him the way he lived his life. So sorry to hear of his passing. It's so hard to say good bye. Please know that we in Iowa are thinking and praying for the Hernandez family. Descanse en paz tio Ralph. Olvera and Vasquez families

February 12, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Ralph. I bet all the things he saw in his lifetime were amazing. He was way past being "especially strong"! (Psalms 90:10) My condolences to his family and friends.

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