David Hernandez

Rev. David Hernandez was born in Falfurrias, Texas, on August 1, 1938. He is preceded in death by his Father, Rev. Jose' Angel Hernandez; Mother, Guadalupe Grimaldo Hernandez; Son, Roy Hernandez; Brother, Daniel Hernandez; Sisters, Elizabeth Gonzalez and Virginia Daniels.

He is survived by his wife, Rosaura; Sons, Lynn Hernandez and Andrew (Tiffany) Hernandez; Daughters; Lynda Hernandez (Kevin McCarthy) and Angie Carter (Paris); ten grandchildren; Victoria, Atticus, Angel, Nick, Alex, Tiara, Alissa, Shandelle, Miguel, and Paris II; two great grandchildren; Nala and Santi; Sisters: Tavita Dorrow, Esther Wennerstrand, Lydia Hernandez Trickey and his beloved dog, Chica.

A retired clergyman of the Presbyterian Church (USA), David graduated from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. While serving in various pastorates of the Presbyterian church, serving the poor and oppressed was his passion. He believed that God had called him to this very special ministry. As an active organizer and social activist, David spent most of his life ministering amongst the under served, and marginalized people.

In lieu of a public funeral, a private family celebration of life was held for David.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to St. Paul United Methodist Church of Dayton for providing the venue for Rev. David Hernandez's Celebration of Life.

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