Donald R. Hernandez was called to Heaven on June 23, 2023, at the age of 72. He was born in San Antonio, Texas to Manuel and Rose Hernandez. Donald served in the U.S. Coast Guard back in 1969 and then went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Texas San Antonio.  Donald enjoyed fishing, going to the casinos and traveling.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Manuel R Hernandez.

He is survived by his loving wife Linda R. Hernandez; his daughters: Veronica A. Hernandez-Champion, Michelle M. Hernandez and son, Donald R. Hernandez, Jr.; brother, Robert Hernandez; granddaughters: Auriel A Guerrero, Kira L. Scott, Ailiani A. Estrada, Leena E. and Dolores E. Hernandez; great-grandchildren: Amily R. Reyes and Jaxtyn G. Guerrero; numerous family and friends.

Visitation will be held Sunday, July 2nd at 4:00 P.M. in The Angelus Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 5:00 P.M.  Funeral Mass will be offered Monday at 9:30 A.M. at St. Joseph Catholic Church (Downtown).  Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors.