Richard Hernandez

A graduate of Yuma Union High School (Criminal ‘48), Richard’s first employment was with Sanguinetti general store. Moving on to assist with surveying Yuma County with the Bureau of Land Management, salesman for Mohawk Wholesales & Equipment, worked in constructions learning the plumping trade which led him to working at Yuma Proving Grounds (YPG) where he retired as a contract inspector for the government. Was a member, in good standing, of the Fraternal Order of Eagles FOE #398 (People Helping People) since 1954. He served as a Past Worthy President and a trustee when needed. A member of Immaculate Conception Parrish. Richard also served in the Arizona Army National Guard for 20 years becoming an officer and company commander of 158th Infantry (Bushmasters) retiring as a Major. His long life allowed him to enjoy activities such as softball, bowling, golfing, hunting, and camping. He assisted in coaching several Yuma little league teams and attended several sporting events for his children, grandchildren and other family members and friends. Enjoyed going out for weekly dinner and occasional dance nights with his love Stella.

Preceded in death:

Parents: Genaro and Candelaria Hernandez, Sisters: Petra Hernandez Santini, Celia Hernandez Gomez, Lencha Hernandez Contreras, Toni Hernandez Ayala, Mary Louise Hernandez Giunta, Lola Hernandez Holton, brothers: Genaro Hernandez Jr, Albert Hernandez, Daughter Nina Almodova, grandchildren: Joshua Todd Martinez, Alva Gallardo, Erich G Winkleman

Survived by:

Wife Stella Rose Hernandez, Sister: Delfina Hernandez Nunez (Tucson) Children: Tori Hernandez Gallardo, Gina Hernandez Ornales, Patrick Hernandez, John (Dora) Hernandez, Delia Winkleman, Rose Ann (Randy) Espinoza, Mary Helen (Stacy) Owens, Judy (Kelly) De Lanie, Peggy Sue Almodova, Renee (Ray) Keeme, Paco Almodova, Zoey Rose Hernandez, Freddy Ray Hernandez, Richard Hernandez Jr “Dickie”. 43 grandchildren, 88 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren, exceptionally large extended family of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers:

Randy Espanoza, Freddy Hernandez, Sam Hernandez, Stevie Ornales, Frankie Valenzuela, Josh Hernandez

Honorary Pallbearers:

Nephews: Chuy Gomez, David Santini, Albert, Eddie, Randy Hernandez, Albert, Michael Ayala, Panfilo, Richard, David, Larry, Steven, Michael, Chris Contreras, Joey, Mark Guinta, Rudy Nunez

Nieces: Amada Santini, Rachel Santini, Rita Gomez Perez, Lena Gomez Barrett, Carolyn Higuera, Irene Hernandez, Donna, Cindy Holton, Anna Nunez, Yolanda Nunez, Tessie Nunez Dorsey, Sandy Nunez, Nancy Nunez, Adrienne Hernandez

Members of FOE #398 & Auxiliary, Bushmasters (“Cuidado”- Take Care).

We invite you to donate to FOE #398 in his honor, in place of sending flowers.

To honor Richard’s memory, we are holding a celebration of life after funeral services, Friday June 16th at the Eagles FOE #398 225 S 1st Avenue. (928)783-6103

We invite anyone who knew him to attend and share memories of his wonderful life.