Jose (Joey) F. Hernandez entered into Heaven April 27th, 2007 in Hollister at the age of 48 after a long battle with cancer. He was born and raised in San Jose and moved to Hollister with his wife Virginia to raise their three beautiful daughters. Joey was a talented fast pitch softball pitcher and became a wonderful coach and pitching instructor. He worked for PG&E for 27 years, where he was loved by all who knew him. Joey had a strong faith and trust in God which he tried to pass on to everyone. He will be missed by his wife Virginia and daughters Danielle, Amy, and Mary Hernandez. Also by his mother Mary Jane Hernandez, sister and brother in law Kathy and Steve Pedroza, grandson Keanu Hernandez and many nieces, nephews, and relatives. Joey is preceded in death by his beautiful daughter Faith and his loving father Jose.
Family and friends may meet Wednesday morning, May 2nd, at 10:45 A.M. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 5th and College Streets, Hollister to attend a funeral Mass commencing at 11:00 A.M. Graveside services and burial will follow at the Calvary Cemetery, Hollister.
Contributions are preferred to the Compassion Pregnancy Services in care of Grunnagle-Ament-Nelson Funeral Home, 870 San Benito St., Hollister.
