Dates
Ricky Hernandez, 53, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on March 13, 2025. He was born on February 11, 1972, in Lamesa, Texas, to Felix and Mary Hernandez.
Ricky attended Lamesa High School and began his career in the oilfield at the age of 18, where he dedicated his skills and expertise as a reverse unit operator, most recently working with Wellbore Integrity. Throughout his career, Ricky was known for his hard work and commitment to his craft.
On September 22, 1992, Ricky married the love of his life, Margarita, and together they raised seven children. Ricky was a proud and devoted pastor of The Church of God of the Firstborn, where his passion for preaching the word of God, singing, and praising God was evident to all who knew him. His unwavering faith and joyful spirit, marked by his contagious laugh and big smile, made a lasting impact on everyone around him. Ricky’s love for Jesus, his family, the church, and his cherished moments at the lake will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Ricky is survived by his parents, Felix and Mary Hernandez; his loving wife, Margarita Hernandez; his children, Angie (Fernando) Rodriquez, Vanessa (Paul) Ellis, Ricky Jr. Hernandez, Maribel Hernandez (Omar Sigala), Bethany Hernandez, Jeremiah Hernandez, and Jonathan Hernandez; and his grandchildren, Sarahi Rodriquez, Neriah Rodriquez, and Elisabeth Ellis.
He is also survived by his siblings: Felix (Dominga) Hernandez, Melissa Hernandez, Amy (Abel) Gonzalez, Albert (Mariela) Hernandez, Amos Hernandez, Connie (Felix) Jaurez, Emily Hernandez, Lorene (Manuel) Martinez, Jason (Mary Jane) Hernandez, Mary Hernandez, Gary (Laura) Hernandez, Ninfa (Fernando) Torres, Nora Hernandez, and Steven Hernandez.
A prayer service for Ricky will be held at 6 pm, Friday, March 21, 2025 in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 2 pm. Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to express their gratitude to all who have offered their support and love during this incredibly difficult time. Pallbearers for the service will be his sons and sons-in-law.
Ricky will be forever remembered for his love, faith, and the joy he brought into the lives of his family, friends, and the community. May he rest in peace.