Arthur Hernandez

Arthur Ray Hernandez, long time resident of Taylor, Texas and retired Fire Dept. Captain, departed this life on July 21, 2022.

Arthur was born August 24, 1948 to Rafael and Silveria Hernandez of Thorndale, TX and was preceded in death by both parents, as well as other friends and loved ones.

He is survived by his wife, Christina Hernandez, his daughter and son-in-law, Erica and Thomas Hernandez-Gardner, his Son and spouse, Heith and Whitney Davis-Hernandez, his grand-children, Morgan Hernandez, Mariah Gardner, Amena and Kalena Davis-Hernandez, and great grand-child, Delilah Angelle.

He is also survived by his siblings, Rosa Hernandez, Rafael III and Doris Hernandez, Earnest Hernandez, Jesse and Delores Hernandez, Eva and Robert Flores, and Micheal Hernandez. His In-laws, Eloisa Garcia, Rogelio Sr. and Santos Moreno, Olivia O’Campo, Lena and Fabian Sr. Magana, Eddie Moreno, Celestino and Sharon Moreno, Gilbert Moreno and an abundance of nieces, nephews, friends and family.

Arthur attended school in his hometown of Thorndale, TX where he graduated a Thorndale Bulldog class of ‘66. Shortly after graduating, he joined the Navy and was discharged with honors for medical reasons. Once back from the Navy, he had several jobs until he found the passion of his life with the Taylor Fire Department. During his 27-year tenure, he worked his way up to Captain and made many lifelong friendships that would endure the passing of time. Along with firefighting, he spent 15 years as an emergency responder, EMT, and paramedic. One of his favorite past times, in his later years, was to reminisce and tell stories of his glory days with his buddies on the force. He was so committed to the fire department that he would criticize and correct any fire or emergency responder scenes that he would see on television. Outside of the fire department, he was an avid fisherman, hunter, and outdoorsman. Arthur is a born-again Christian and faith-based believer. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, and he loved God with all his heart. He spent many hours praying over all those that needed help and for those he cherished, which he continued doing so until his final moments in this world. He also very much enjoyed spending time with friends and family. His greatest accomplishments included being a loving husband and father. For this, he will be greatly missed.

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