David T. Hernandez's Obituary
Celebrating the Life Of David Hernandez Temores
On March 13, 2021 David Hernandez Temores (Hermano David) passed from this life into eternal life at the age of 81. Dad passed away peacefully during prayer surrounded by family and songs of praise and worship when God called him home.
Dad was born on July 13, 1939 in Ocotlan, Jalisco Mexico where he resided for a very short period of time as an infant.
In the city of Mexicali, Baja California Mexico is where he spent his youthful years.
Dad was the 7th of 8th children.
- Juana Hernandez
- Trino Hernandez
- Paulino Hernandez
- Lupe Hernandez
- Teresa Hernandez
- Ricardo Hernandez
- David Hernandez (Dad)
- Rosita Hernandez
His parents were Guadalupe Hernandez Moncada and Marcelina Temores De Hernandez.
His Mother Marcelina was a women of God and would exclusively pray for him.
At the age of five his Mother would take Dad to visit family in the United States.
He often spoke of how much he loved the beautiful U.S.A, and of his desire to live the American Dream. In his words, Dad dreamed his future generations would be educated individuals who would grow to do marvelous things, and be trained in the spiritual realm which to him, was the most beautiful experience in this life.
Dad didn’t have the privilege of formal education, yet was blessed with knowledge and wisdom given to him by God. However, in his early years, Dad attended elementary school in Mexicali Baja California, Mexico. Although Dad went off the general education path, and became an entrepreneur in the U.S.
As stylish and social as David was, it is no surprise that he obtained his Barber certificate of completion.
He also studied through mail correspondence and received his certification as a Cartoonists. He was excited when he received his certification letter from his school which listed Disneyland as a possible job opportunity to pursue.
On 01/15/1965 David married the love of his life, our Mom, Elisa Melendrez De Hernandez in Mexicali Baja California. Dad was a great provider, loving Father, and wonderful counselor.
Hand in hand, Dad & Mom prayed, counseled, and shared the Message of the Gospel .
Through prayer, they seen many miracles come to pass.
Together they had 8 children ( 6 boys and 2 girls) 21 grandkids 5 great grand kids.
- Blanca Estela Hernandez (deceased)
- David (Patricia) Hernandez
David Hernandez Jr y Esposa Retha Hernandez
Dante Leon Hernandez(great grandchild)
Patricia (Patty) y Esposo Brandon Gash
Patrick David Hernandez - Juan Saul Hernandez (Erika)
Juan Jr. Hernandez
Efren Hernandez
Genesis Hernandez
Jaylene Hernandez - Israel Hernandez
Ana Judith Hernandez
Marlene. Armendariz (great grandchild)
Anabelle Silva (great grand grandchild)
Jacob Silva (great grand child)
Israel Jr. Hernandez - Aron Hernandez (deceased)
- Blanca Isela Hernandez
Blanca Areli Rodulfo (deceased)
Areli Rodulfo
Imanuel Rodulfo (great gran child)
Esteban Jr. Rodulfo - Noe Hernandez (Crystal)
BriannaMoreno
Jasmine Hernandez
Naomi Hernandez
Noe Jr. Hernandez
Josiah N. Hernandez - Obed Hernandez (Bethany)
Obed Jr. Hernandez
Jeremiah Z. Hernandez
Aaliyah Hernandez
Isabella D. Hernandez
Dad was a man of many talents.
Early in his career , Dad worked with The Public Works Department for the City of Mexicali.
Here, Dad held many positions and the one he excelled was Carpentry and cabinet making.
Although Dad wasn’t able to pursue his trainings, he loved to learn and would encourage others to educate themselves —because to him learning was “very interesting.”
In 1975, his relationship with God led him to a life long calling of ministry and service.
David traveled throughout Mexico, California, and Oregon preaching the good news of salvation.
Dad felt a strong calling to financially assist Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation facilities in the rural areas of Tijuana, Tecate, and Mexicali Mexico. Dad also provided food and clothing to the native Cucapa tribes in Mexico.
Later in life, Dad took to street ministry and made it his full time job to preach the message of salvation. He did this boldly, disregarding the scoffers. David’s voice echoed through his Megaphone across the busy Cherry Auction and Fulton Mall streets of Fresno California.
David enjoyed street ministry and in his later years would participate annually in the Children’s Christmas Toy’s Giveaway in the city of Madera California. Dad had a servant heart and enjoyed sharing stories with immigrant families. It was a blessing for him to serve the children residing in low income and minority community.
Dad was a member of the Mexicali Baja California Asambleas de Dios.
He experienced the Pastor role in several church’s ,and discovered missionary work was his calling.
Anyone who had a chance to sit down with “Don David” knows they were often entertained with testimonials of his missionary work.
He believed in meeting lost souls (without judgement) right where they are in life.
Often, being obedient to God’s calling led to relocating the family.
In doing so, Dad met many special family friends over the years. These friends included Rey y Bilma Ellis, Valentin y Enriqueta Murillo, Tiodero y Flora Hernandez, Pablo y Barbi Garcia, and many more.
In 1996, the family relocated to Fowler California and shortly after moved Fresno California, where he lived for over 20 years.
As his health declined and his needs increased, Dad decided to move back to his “paradise” of San Diego with his wife and Family. Dad appreciated the beauty of God’s creation, and enjoyed walking along the pathways of the Pacific Ocean. It is here, in his “paradise”, Dad would treasure his last few years of life.
Details about Dad’s personal religious convictions;
Dad referenced Psalm 150 on what our relationship with God should reflect 07/13/2019.
Praise the Lord!
- Praise God in his sanctuary;
praise him in his mighty heaven!
2 Praise him for his mighty works;
praise his unequaled greatness!
3 Praise him with a blast of the ram’s horn;
praise him with the lyre and harp!
4 Praise him with the tambourine and dancing;
praise him with strings and flutes!
5 Praise him with a clash of cymbals;
praise him with loud clanging cymbals.
6 Let everything that breathes sing praises to the Lord!
Praise the Lord!
Five words to describe Dad
Servant of God, Wise/Intelligent, Visionary, Funny and Man of Integrity
Most Important events in their life;
David’s entire life story is a testament of God’s love, grace and mercy.
In 1972, Dad made a decision that would impact his life and the life of his future generations.
He accepted Jesus Christ as his savior. From that day on, Dad was transformed and became a new man.
Favorite Hobbies, Activities, Past times,
Dad’s hobby was winning souls for God’s Kingdom. He enjoyed fellowship, traveling, reading , writing, and drawing could often be found at his Public or Christian Library.
David Hernandez Temores Last Word’s of Wisdom to the Family
I want to see everyone again in heaven one day and live eternity with our Lord Jesus Christ.
“You belong to the Hernandez – Melendrez clan. With that I tell you that if you guys at your age, If you turn to God and serve him, God will give you everything your heart desires”.
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