Rudy F. Hernandez, 83 yrs, passed away surrounded by family on Oct. 8, 2011 in Phoenix, AZ. He is survived by his wife of 64 yrs., Chonita (Mickey), his children CoraLinda Wentworth(Ray), Rudy Hernandez Jr. (Vivian) and Charles Hernandez and his grandchildren Jill Wentworth, Jayme, Jennifer and Ashley Hernandez. He is preceded in death by his mother; Jessie, father ; Joe and brothers ; Roy, Robert and Carlos. Rudy was born on July 7, 1928 in Morenci, AZ. He was a retired welder with the city of Phoenix and was proud to have been a U.S. Marine who served on the U.S.S. Midway. Rudy was a great husband, father, and grandfather, who loved life and being with family and friends. He enjoyed golf, fishing, music and traveling. He also enjoyed attending North Phoenix Baptist Church. His sense of humor was well known as was his generosity, he left behind many beautiful memories. A Visitation will be held at 10 am with Funeral services to follow at 11am, with a Graveside service to follow on Sat. October 15 at Greenwood Memory Lawn Mortuary, 719 N. 27th Ave. Phoenix. Donations to Arizona Kidney Foundation may be made in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to Greenwood Memory Lawn Mortuary www.greenwoodmemorylawn.com.
