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Manuel Julio Hernandez known as"Manny" made his transition on Tuesday, September 17, 2002. He was 95 years old, born on July 31, 1907 in Casas Grandes Chihuahua, Mexico. Manuel was preceded in death by his wife, Martha B. Leyba Hernandez. Survivors include daughter, Deborah M. Hernandez; sister, Margaret Fought; stepson, Ben Bernal II and family; numerous nieces, nephews and beloved friends. Manuel served in the U.S. Army Infantry Division in WWII where he was awarded the Bronze Star with two clusters, and two Purple Hearts; He also was a devout Catholic belonging to San Felipe, Holy Rosary and San Martin Parishes. Visitation will be held at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, September 22, 2002 with a Memorial Service to follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m., Monday, September 23, 2002 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. Interment will follow at 1:00 pm in Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mr. Hernandez's family in care of Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuq, NM 87106.
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