Daniel Hernandez
July 22, 1957 ~ January 17, 2015
Daniel Hernandez, 57, of Pleasant Hill, Iowa, formerly of Cedar Rapids, died at home on Friday, January 16, 2015. Funeral Mass: 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2015, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids, by Rev. Steve Orr. Visitation: 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, with a vigil service at 6 p.m. Burial: Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cedar Rapids.
Survivors include his son, Keith; siblings, Diane (Dirk) Thierer of Carlisle and Paul (Barbara) Hernandez of Austin, Texas; former wife and best friend, Pam Hernandez of Johnston; nieces and nephews, Nicholas, Andrew, and Stephanie Thierer, Gabriel and Maia Hernandez, Paula Berg, and Missi Preston; several great nieces and nephews; and a lifetime of friends.
Dan was born July 22, 1957, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Henry 'Hank' and Vera (Solis) Hernandez. He graduated from Regis High School in 1975 and the University of Iowa in 1981. Dan worked as a national sales and account manager in the lighting and electrical industries (Phillips and GE), earning many sales awards and accolades. He treasured time with his family, was an avid Hawkeye fan, and enjoyed traveling. Dan had a great memory and enjoyed trivia, especially music and movies.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorials are suggested to the Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy or Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.
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Dan was the best. Always up for a laugh and a good hug! I have many fond memories of him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Bobbi Osberg
Des Moines, IA
Dan was outstanding at his job, He supplied his customers with a dose of humor and a big smile each time he made a sales call, he was one of the best in the Industry and will be missed by many.
Dan was a tremendous person from a great family. Our prayers are with them
I am sending my sympathy to Keith, Pam and the family. I worked with Pam at Seiferts and we all had fun with Dan at “social gatherings”. I was very sorry to hear about Dan’s passing.
Julie Driscoll
I am so sad to hear the news about Dan. He was my neighbor, grade and high school classmate. He always had kind words and big smile whenever I ran into him. Sympathies nto Keith , Pam, Diane, Paul and to the extended family. My prayers are with you all.
Shelley Dorrance
Broken Arrow, OK
I am saddened to hear the news of Dan’s passing. My heart, and prayers, go out to his families, friends, and loved ones. He was a good man and will always be a member of the I.C. community. Rest in peace, Dan. It was a pleasure to know you.
My heart goes out to Pam, Keith, and Dan’s family. Dan was such a fun and caring person. I’m sure he will be missed by many; may treasured memories fill us all.
We are so sorry for your loss! I always remember Dan smiling and telling a good joke back in our Seifert’s days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always! Sending hugs!
My sincerest condolences to Dan’s family. I have very fond memories of Dan and will always remember him for his selfless attitude towards others. I pray that you have found peace. I will miss you.
We are so sorry for your loss. Dan was a wonderful person. The University Of Iowa lost a true fan.
Rest in Peace Dan.
Jim and Sue Hale
I remember growing up with Danny and his sister Diane, later Paul. They lived 3 houses down from us on Park Avenue. So so sorry to hear of his passing. He was always a smiling fun kid. Rest in Peace Dan.
Sue and I are very sad to hear of the sudden loss of Dan.
We will always remember him as a kind, fun loving man and a great friend.
Many wonderful memories!
Our sincere condolences to Dan’s family….. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
RIP “Uncle” Dan
To Diane and all the family: I am so sorry for your painful loss. Dan and all of you are certainly in my prayers.
Fr. David Polich, formerly of Carlisle
My sympathies to Pam, Keith, Diane and Paul, my sympathies are with you all. So sad to hear of Dan’s passing. As cousins we did so much together as kids, teenagers , college students and later on sharing good times with our families. We always had fun together. I will miss you Dan, Rest in Peace.
I will always remember our first marathon, Dan. You encouraged me more than you will ever know. I will miss you. I will keep you, Keith and Pam and the rest of your family in my prayers.
I am saddened to hear the news of Dan’s passing. My heart, and prayers, go out to his family. He was a good man and will always be a member of the I.C. community. Rest in peace, Dan. It was a pleasure to know you.
Saddened to hear of the passing of a good friend. Always remember the golf outings that we shared, along with many of your other friends in the electrical business. You were a great sales rep, knowledgable, and very well liked and respected by your peers. You will be missed, my friend. We will play a round of golf, when we meet again in heaven. God bless. Prayers are with your family.
Bob Heckroth..Davenport Ia.
Diane, Paul and family.
My sincerest condolences on Bart’s passing. He was the older brother I never had and I am so very sorry for your loss.
Eric
I’m so sorry to hear about Dan’s passing, he was a great friend, very kind and thoughtful, I will always treasure the times I spent with him. Definitely a life that was too short. I loved him dearly. May he rest in peace. My sincere condolences to his family. Denise Moen
I met Dan back in the 70’s when we went to college together. He hung out @ my 3 roommates and my apartment on Washington Ave. He was so much fun and so kind! So sorry for your loss. Theresa Fiala
I was saddened to read of Dan’s passing. My friend and I conducted the estate sale for his father, Hank, in 2012. Dan was obviously a kind and gentle man who was devoted to his family, and it was a pleasure to work with him and Diane. My deepest sympathy in your great loss. Rosie Hilliard
As a friend of Dan’s for 30 years, it was my honor to know him. We worked together and were involved with community events. Dan always gave more then he received. The twinkle in his eye and that smile made everyone around him feel special. I am in Florida and unable to be there in person but will be there in spirit. Dan was a special person and will be deeply missed. My condolences to Keith, Pam, Diane, Paul, the family and all his friends. Thanks Dan for being my friend. Ray Johnston
We will miss you dearly. Thinking of you Diane, Paul, Pam & Keith and keeping you in our prayers.
Love you cuz. Marger, Jerry & Eric
Paul very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family in this difficult time. Doug
So very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He was around our home many times when in high school. Our families thoughts and prayers are with your family.
I was saddened to hear of Dan’s passing. I knew Dan for many years and he always has a smile and a keen wit. We used to share running stories and I am sure if Regis had track back then Dan could have been a state champ. My condolences to his family. Giddy-up Dan and see you at the finish line
Pat Quinn
Sympathy to all of you, on Dan’s passing. I have fond memories of him from high school at Regis. Rest my friend. Beth
Dear Pam Keith, , Diane and Paul, I was so heart broken hearing the news of Dans passing. My dad just found out this sad news on Wednesday evening and called me. I wish I could have been there to hug all of you. Dan was a great cousin to me. When Dean and I moved to Cedar Rapids Dan made sure that I knew I had family around and helped. us feel like Cedar Rapids was our home. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that the memories Dan left you all with will leave you with comfort and peace with in your hearts.
Love to all ,
Dena , Reis and Alexandra
Here is my email address if you want to get a hold of me dscantrill@verizon.net
I knew Dan from the time we worked at Payless Cashways. He was a great guy and will surely be missed by family & friends. Will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lou Cook
Jacklyn Rae Cortez – Fillenworth
Just found out Saturday about Dan. I am still in shock and pray that he is in peace. So much has happened to the family lately — I wish you all peace and tranquility. Love you cousin!
i just read about danny and you said cousin. He also was mine. can you tell me what side you were on and how did danny pass. thanks danny cuz mike