Early Monday morning February 26, 2018, Julian Munoz Hernandez, a strong, charitable husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and patriarch with an insatiable sweet tooth, passed away and entered the presence of the Lord at the age of 91.
Born in Austin, Texas on September 17, 1926 to Frank and Soleda (Munoz) Hernandez, Julian started to give of himself early in life. He often volunteered at Santa Cruz Catholic Church, doing odds and ends to help maintain the church. He married Rosie Ramirez on February 4, 1952 at the City Hall in Austin, later divorcing and then remarrying in April of 1975. Together they raised their children through life’s abundant challenges. Following the births of their children in Colorado, they returned to Austin and then to Buda in the mid 70’s, where the remained. Julian loved to fish. Daybreak would find Julian taking his children out to “catch those fish while they asleep.” As he aged, he would lament about going fishing and always kept a good supply of rods in the shed. He retired from the Austin State School after 27 years as a night watchman. He was a Dallas Cowboy and Texas Ranger fan who wore their jerseys with pride. Julian loved to exercise. He created a “man cave” where he added weights, a stationary bike and punching ball. There he vigorously exercised daily right up until two weeks ago. Julian loved to collect. He had several collections which he admired and continuously improved. He enjoyed watching old western and Kungfu movies, much to the dismay of his wife and family. He had a sweet tooth. His desire for sweets went from hard candies to Apple pie and cookies. It’s a good thing he worked out! Julian had a big heart and donated to many charities, sharing the gifts God provided with others.
Julian will be remembered for his charitable heart, humility and his dedication to his family. He leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Rosie Hernandez, his Son George Hernandez and his wife Della, His daughters; Christina Gonzalez, Linda Hernandez and Anita Moreno, his son; Ernest Hernandez and his daughter Mary Lou Mahoney and her husband Steve. He was preceded in death by his son Julian Hernandez Jr in 2013. His memory will also be cherished by his seventeen grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.
Join us in celebrating Julian’s life on Wednesday, February 26, 2018, beginning with a visitation from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Harrell Funeral Home 1715 Kirby, Kyle, Texas with a 7:00 pm Rosary service. Friends and family are invited to Sant Cruz Catholic Church on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 10:00 am for Julian’s funeral service. Interment will follow immediately at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Austin.
Please visit www.Harrellfuneralhomes.com to share a fond memory, photograph, or condolence with Julian’s family on his On-line memorial site.
Funeral assistance provided by Harrell Funeral Home 1715 Kirby Lane, Kyle, TX 78640 (512) 268-8200
