Antonio was born in Salinas, Ca to Carmen Diaz and Antonio Hernandez he was raised in Fresno, Ca by Carmen Diaz and José Luis Mendez who he would call dad.
He was the eldest son of the family and enjoyed many things in life, Toño was creative, enjoyed making his loved ones laugh he never missed a chance to tease anyone, most importantly his siblings. He always made sure he was sharp looking, he always had to look and smell good. He was always eating or snacking, anything sweet was always his go to. His laugh could put a smile on your face and for him, family always came first. He was also a big mamas boy, he could never be mad at his mom he would come in and give her a kiss and corset her hair even if she was mad.
He graduated high school from Central high. In his youth he played football, basketball and wrestling . After high school he welcomed his first and only daughter Alexity Hernandez with Chasity. The years that followed, he went through hard times, ended up in the penitentiary. Before and after, he did construction with his dad José Luis.
There is much to say about Toño, from him having a big head to him having a big heart. From what he enjoyed to what he hated. He will be truly missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.
Antonio was preceded in death by his grandparents Primitivo and Anita Diaz and Uncle Primitivo (Tio Primo) Diaz Jr. Also his cousin Joseph Herdia.
He is survived by his mother; Carmen Diaz, Dad, José Luis Méndez, sister; Ana Villalvazo, Adriana Méndez brothers; José Luis F Méndez, Rene Méndez, Antonio Hernández, and his daughter Alexity Hernandez.
A visitation for Antonio will be held Thursday, September 16, 2021 will started at 4:00 pm and followed by the recitation of the holy rosary at 6:00 pm at Lisle Funeral Home. A mass of christian burial will occur Friday, September 17, 2021 at 12:00 pm at St. Mary's Queen of Apostles, 4636 W. Dakota Ave, Fresno, CA. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lislefuneralhome.com for the Hernandez family.
