Marcus Hernandez

Marcus Hernandez

1932 ~ 2021

LAYTON –Marcus “Joe” Hernandez, 89, passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021.  He was born April 3, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Marcus Hernandez and Conception Diaz Hernandez.  He married Beatrice Ann Gonzalez February 11, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois.  She preceded him in death February 13, 2003.

Marcus served in the Army and Air Force for 24 years, serving in the Korean War and completed two tours in Vietnam.

Marcus earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work in 1980 from the University of Utah.  He worked at Weber State University and the State of Utah Services for the Blind and Visually impaired.

Marcus loved spending time with his family, trips to Wendover, playing the lottery, scratch lottery tickets, listening to music, coin collecting, and eating his favorite Mexican food.

He is survived by his children, Mark Hernandez, Ogden, Denise (Will “Jinx”) Jenkins, Syracuse, two grandchildren, Michael (Mason) and Kelsey.  He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, two brothers and two sisters.

Dad, you were the toughest man I know and my hero.  Even when the doctors told you your time was short you proved them wrong and kept fighting.  Thank you for taking care of all of us.  You truly gave from your heart to make sure our family was taken care of.  I am so proud to call you, my dad.  I know you had a joyous reunion with Mom!  For all the times you supported me with strength and love Thank You--For all the times I Forgot to say it.  I Love You! ----Denise

Dad, there is no way I can express how grateful I am to have had you for a father, and I couldn’t be prouder to have called you mine.  I love you.  Please say hello to Mom and give her our love.  Peace and joy is Forever yours now ---Mark

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, July 12, 2021 and 10:00 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 210 S. Chapel Street, with Father Clarence Sandoval officiating. Friends and family may visit Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 6:00 to 8;00 p.m. at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Rd., Layton, Utah.  There will be a prayer and tribute to Marcus at 7:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to George E. Wahlen Veterans Home, 1102 N. 1200 W.,

Ogden, Utah 84404 in Marcus Hernandez name.

Also, listen to a Frank Sinatra song…and don’t forget to dance.

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