Raul Hernandez

Raul Hernandez, 74, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 16, 1951, Raul lived a life marked by compassion, creativity, and unwavering devotion to his family, friends, and community.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, teacher, and friend, Raul was known for his kind heart, warm smile, and quick wit. He loved deeply and selflessly, and he truly never met a stranger. Always ready to help someone in need, he shared his time, talents, and humor generously with everyone around him.

A proud graduate of Mary Carroll High School, Raul earned his associate degree from Corpus Christi State University. He dedicated over 55 years to the medical field, most of those years as a respiratory therapist, where he provided compassionate care to countless patients. For more than 45 years, Raul also taught Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) to healthcare providers throughout the community, passing on his expertise and commitment to saving lives.

Outside of work, Raul was a man of many passions. He was a crooner at heart who loved the timeless music of Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra. A talented artist, he expressed himself through sketching and painting—capturing everything from landscapes to portraits with striking realism and emotion. He also loved spending time outdoors on the ranch, hunting, fishing, raising cattle, and finding peace in nature’s quiet beauty.

Raul was preceded in death by his parents, George Hernandez and Florinda Armendarez Hernandez.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Loana Hernandez; his children, Crystal Spain and Raul Hernandez Jr. (wife, Kristen Hernandez); and his stepchildren, Stephanie Benedit and Steven Benedit. He is also survived by his grandchildren, John Hernandez-Garza, Holly Hernandez, Maribel Barrera, Leonel Barrera, Abigail Hernandez, Daniella Gonzalez, and Jennifer Gonzalez. His surviving siblings include brothers Benjamin Hernandez (wife, Juana), Harvey Hernandez (wife, Melinda), Hector Hernandez (wife, Ashley), Hernan Hernandez (wife, Katharine), George Hernandez (wife, Lilia), and David Hernandez (wife, Sandra); and sisters Gloria Rascon, Lydia Delrosario, and Blanca Hernandez. Raul is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who will carry his memory with love.

Visitation will be held at Memory Gardens Funeral Home on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Peter, Prince of the Apostles Catholic Church on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., followed by Committal Services at Memory Gardens Cemetery at 12:00 p.m.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support during this time of remembrance. Raul will be remembered for his generous heart, creative spirit, and the joy he brought to all whose lives he touched.