Aurelio O. Hernandez passed away February 24, 2021. Aurelio served as a member of the U.S. Air Force for 8 years with reserve duty to follow. Following his military service, Aurelio worked for the City of Phoenix Sanitation Department for over 30 years until his retirement. Aurelio is preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Aurora. Together they raised six children: Gloria (Danny), Frank, Diana (Frank), Arthur (Patricia), Elena (Frank), Laura (Frank). He leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Aurelio was a widower for 10 years, at which time he met and married a wonderful woman by the name of Praxedes “Praxi”Mendoza. Aurelio and Praxi had been married for 18 years at the time of his death. They shared a mutual love for music. They had a wonderful life together, sharing their gift of music with all of their friends and family. They were loyal members of St. Simon & Jude Parish in Phoenix.