In loving memory
Joseph John Hernandez
January 16, 1987 – August 22, 2026
Lived 39 years
Chicago, Illinois
Life story
Joseph J. Hernandez was born on January 16, 1987, and lived in Chicago, Illinois. He was remembered as a loving son to Jose Juan Hernandez and Domenica Bavaro.
Joseph was a dear father to Joseph, Lucas, and Luz. He was a caring brother to Faith, Angelica, and Noah (Samantha), and a fond grandson of Diana Favia. He was also a dear uncle to Ezekiel, Lillianna, Liam, Mila, Ellie, and Emmy.
Joseph passed away on August 22, 2026, at the age of 39. His family and friends gathered to remember him at Rago Brothers Funeral Homes in Chicago.
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1987
Born January 16
1989
Joseph was 2 when "The Simpsons" debuted as a series
1997
Joseph was 10 when "Titanic" opened in theaters
1998
Joseph was 11 when Google was founded
2004
Joseph was 17 when Facebook was launched
2007
Joseph was 20 when the first iPhone went on sale
2026
Passed away August 22, age 39
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