Carlos A. Hernandez

Born in Ecuador, Carlos moved to New York City 57 years ago with his beloved wife, Norka I. Hernandez, and their three sons. The family spent eight years in New York City, where their daughter was born, before settling in South Orange, New Jersey, for 19 years. Carlos and Norka later made Palm Beach, Florida, their home, where he resided for more than three decades.

Above all, Carlos cherished his family and his lifelong passion for the art of fine jewelry making. A gifted and accomplished craftsman, he devoted much of his life to designing and creating exceptional jewelry. His artistry and meticulous attention to detail earned him the opportunity to create pieces for some of the world’s most prestigious jewelry houses, including Harry Winston, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co.

Together, Carlos and Norka later established and operated their own fine jewelry store in Livingston, New Jersey, where they were active members of the Livingston Chamber of Commerce. Before immigrating to the United States, Carlos was also an entrepreneur and an accomplished race car driver in his native Ecuador, where he owned an automobile dealership.

Carlos was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norka, in 2016, and his son, Jay Hernandez, in 1985.

He is survived by his sons, Carlos V. Hernandez of Danville, California; Freddy Hernandez of Miami, Florida; his daughter, Norka Aron, and her husband, Bob Aron, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; and his cherished grandchildren, Sarah Hernandez of San Diego, California, Darren Saad of New York, New York, Jayson Hernandez of Danville, California, and Chloe Saad of Atlanta, Georgia.

Carlos will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his remarkable talent and craftsmanship, and the life he built through hard work, determination, and love. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Basilica of St. Edward, 144 North County Road, Palm Beach, Florida.

May he rest in eternal peace.