Jose (Popeye-Grandpa Joe) Martin Hernandez, Sr. went to be with the Lord on August 10, 2021 at the age of 67. He is reunited with the love of his life, wife Yolanda L. Hernandez and baby son Joseph Hernandez. He is preceded in death by his parents Fernando Hernandez and Ricarda Bernal Hernandez, sisters Isabel Melendez, Lucy Sanchez and brother Freddy Hernandez.

He is very loved and will be greatly missed by his children Melissa Hernandez, Patricia (Patty) Hernandez, Jose (Joey) Hernandez, Jr., Steven Hernandez, Denise Hernandez Flores (Arthur Flores), James Hernandez, Jacob Hernandez (Shannon Ojeda-Hernandez), 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren as well as many extended family and friends.

Jose is also survived by siblings Richard (Ricky) Hernandez, Juan Hernandez and Esther Reyes as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Our beloved father, grandfather, friend Jose was born in San Antonio, Texas on January 28, 1954. He was a lover of oldies music, family, friends and his dogs. He was well known within the local music industry, supported and attended many gatherings with his musician friends. He was also an outstanding supporter to many friends and family who owned local businesses.  He was very talented with drums, and would occasionally play for his church during worship. He was very well known to capture very many memories he left us with. He loved to take videos and pictures every chance he would get with his family and friends. Last but not least, he undoubtedly loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jose loved his family very much, which was very well known by every one.

"I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me" ( Philippians 4:13)