Arturo Hernandez, Jr., 73, died Monday, May 11, 2009 in Amarillo, TX.
A graveside service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 15, 2009 at Memorial Park Cemetery with Father Scott L. Raef, Pastor St. Anthonys Catholic Church.
Arturo Rodriguez Hernandez, Jr. was born May 14, 1935 in Laredo, TX to Arturo Sr. and Acadia (Rodriguez) Hernandez. He married Sira Garza on January 10, 1959 in Laredo. They moved from Kress to Stratford after their marriage. In 1988 they moved to Dalhart. Arturo enjoyed farming and hunting.
Survivors include his wife Sira of Dalhart, TX Sons: Nick of San Antonio, TX, Arturo III of Dalhart, TX Daughters: Janie Martinez of Dallas, TX and Elsa Galbadon of Dumas, TX 12 grandchildren and Numerous great-Grandchildren. 1 sister: Martha Smith of Stratford, TX Preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother and 2 sisters.