Heaven needed another angel, Wesley "Banana" Joseph Hernandez Sr., age 88, a native of Brusly St. Martin and resident of Schriever, Louisiana. His tired and worn body released his soul on Monday, September 20, 2021.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great-great grandfather, uncle, and friend. Wesley retired from Glenwood Sugar Mill after several years of service as a Crane Operator. He was a devoted Catholic who cherished his faith and family. Wesley loved old cars and Western movies.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of sixty seven years, Della Alleman Hernandez; five children, Wesley Hernandez Jr. (Iris), Gerald Hernandez (Toni), Barbara H. Bourgeois (Daryl), Dianne Hernandez (Mike), and Kirt Hernandez (Dodie); thirteen grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild, and one stepsister, Shirley Melancon.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Adam Sr. and Alida Raffray Hernandez; one daughter, Monica Hernandez, and siblings.
The family would like to thank the Doctors who cared for him, Heart of Hospice, and everyone who assisted during this difficult time.
Pallbearers will be: Kip Hernandez, Jay Landry, Jed Landry, Tyler Hernandez, Kyle Hernandez, Cade Hernandez, Brian LeBlanc, and Adam Hernandez III.
Visitation will be held on Monday, September 27, 2021 at Ascension Catholic Church from 8:30am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12pm interment will follow in the church mausoleum.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.oursoDonaldsonville.com for the Hernandez family.
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