Eric Hernandez
November 29, 1996 - April 17, 2013
Eric Hernandez's broad and contagious smile consumed his mother's delivery room even before he took his first breath. It is that overwhelming, beautiful smile that our family will keep dear to our hearts as we cope with saying good-bye to our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and close friend.
Within our family he was known as "Guero" or "Pecas"... loving terms for being pale and freckled. However, Eric had other nicknames that many of his friends will remember. During his Pop Warner Football days he showed true grit by playing with one arm in a cast, earning him the name "Casty". Later in high school, many of his teammates called him the "Tin Man", a friendly joke referring to the Wizard of Oz and his body's need of - a can of oil - to get his skinny frame going. But what many may chose to remember him by, is what his football coaches at Los Amigos High School called him... "The Real Deal Hernandez".
Eric was definitely the real deal! And he demonstrated that from almost day one, as he began pushing out of his mother's womb during a family Thanksgiving dinner. Born the following day, November 29, 1996, he was blessed with an eagerness to learn and a desire to experience all the wonders of life.
At the young age of four, his passion for sports began, as he pushed his parents to enroll him in youth soccer. This led to an endless enthusiasm for sports that continued with T-Ball, Flag Football, Basketball... etc. There seemed to be no end to the seasons or sports Eric could play. As a teenager, Eric's love for sports centered around Tackle Football and despite his slim build, Tin Man, was known for playing his heart out and never backing down from any opponent.
As a family, the passing of Eric reminds us of the biblical story of how the resurrected Jesus Christ joined two despondent travelers on the Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35). These two men were trying to come to terms over Jesus's recent crucifixion, yet when joined along the path did not recognize their Savior. However, after spending a short period of time talking and listening to Him along their way, the men finally came to realize that they were in the presence of Christ... and as soon as He was revealed, He vanished! Word of this miracle helped spread Christ's New Covenant across the globe.
The collective family... Hernandez, Meza, Sceville & Drivers... are comforted by knowing that the miracle of Eric's life will continue to spread the power of God's Love and Grace beyond all of our years.
One of Eric's goals this year was to raise enough money to purchase new football uniforms for his beloved varsity team. The family asks, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Los Amigos Football Boosters and help make that dream to come true.
Los Amigos Football Boosters
P.O. Box 9417
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
Lastly, we encourage all those who were touched by Eric's life to reach out and learn more about Organ Donation. With the assistance of the OneLegacy, Eric was able to impact several lives and bring peace and joy to many families.
http://www.onelegacy.org/site/index.html
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November 29, 1996 - April 17, 2013
Eric Hernandez's broad and contagious smile consumed his mother's delivery room even before he took his first breath. It is that overwhelming, beautiful smile that our family will keep dear to our hearts as we cope with saying good-bye to our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and close friend.
Within our family he was known as "Guero" or "Pecas"... loving terms for being pale and freckled. However, Eric had other nicknames that many of his friends will remember. During his Pop Warner Football days he showed true grit by playing with one arm in a cast, earning him the name "Casty". Later in high school, many of his teammates called him the "Tin Man", a friendly joke referring to the Wizard of Oz and his body's need of - a can of oil - to get his skinny frame going. But what many may chose to remember him by, is what his football coaches at Los Amigos High School called him... "The Real Deal Hernandez".
Eric was definitely the real deal! And he demonstrated that from almost day one, as he began pushing out of his mother's womb during a family Thanksgiving dinner. Born the following day, November 29, 1996, he was blessed with an eagerness to learn and a desire to experience all the wonders of life.
At the young age of four, his passion for sports began, as he pushed his parents to enroll him in youth soccer. This led to an endless enthusiasm for sports that continued with T-Ball, Flag Football, Basketball... etc. There seemed to be no end to the seasons or sports Eric could play. As a teenager, Eric's love for sports centered around Tackle Football and despite his slim build, Tin Man, was known for playing his heart out and never backing down from any opponent.
As a family, the passing of Eric reminds us of the biblical story of how the resurrected Jesus Christ joined two despondent travelers on the Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35). These two men were trying to come to terms over Jesus's recent crucifixion, yet when joined along the path did not recognize their Savior. However, after spending a short period of time talking and listening to Him along their way, the men finally came to realize that they were in the presence of Christ... and as soon as He was revealed, He vanished! Word of this miracle helped spread Christ's New Covenant across the globe.
The collective family... Hernandez, Meza, Sceville & Drivers... are comforted by knowing that the miracle of Eric's life will continue to spread the power of God's Love and Grace beyond all of our years.
One of Eric's goals this year was to raise enough money to purchase new football uniforms for his beloved varsity team. The family asks, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Los Amigos Football Boosters and help make that dream to come true.
Los Amigos Football Boosters
P.O. Box 9417
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
Lastly, we encourage all those who were touched by Eric's life to reach out and learn more about Organ Donation. With the assistance of the OneLegacy, Eric was able to impact several lives and bring peace and joy to many families.
http://www.onelegacy.org/site/index.html
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Eric Hernandez
November 29, 1996 - April 17, 2013
Eric Hernandez's broad and contagious smile consumed his mother's delivery room even before he took his first breath. It is that overwhelming, beautiful smile that our family will keep dear to our hearts as we cope with saying good-bye to our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and close friend.
Within our family he was known as "Guero" or "Pecas"... loving terms for being pale and freckled. However, Eric had other nicknames that many of his friends will remember. During his Pop Warner Football days he showed true grit by playing with one arm in a cast, earning him the name "Casty". Later in high school, many of his teammates called him the "Tin Man", a friendly joke referring to the Wizard of Oz and his body's need of - a can of oil - to get his skinny frame going. But what many may chose to remember him by, is what his football coaches at Los Amigos High School called him... "The Real Deal Hernandez".
Eric was definitely the real deal! And he demonstrated that from almost day one, as he began pushing out of his mother's womb during a family Thanksgiving dinner. Born the following day, November 29, 1996, he was blessed with an eagerness to learn and a desire to experience all the wonders of life.
At the young age of four, his passion for sports began, as he pushed his parents to enroll him in youth soccer. This led to an endless enthusiasm for sports that continued with T-Ball, Flag Football, Basketball... etc. There seemed to be no end to the seasons or sports Eric could play. As a teenager, Eric's love for sports centered around Tackle Football and despite his slim build, Tin Man, was known for playing his heart out and never backing down from any opponent.
As a family, the passing of Eric reminds us of the biblical story of how the resurrected Jesus Christ joined two despondent travelers on the Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35). These two men were trying to come to terms over Jesus's recent crucifixion, yet when joined along the path did not recognize their Savior. However, after spending a short period of time talking and listening to Him along their way, the men finally came to realize that they were in the presence of Christ... and as soon as He was revealed, He vanished! Word of this miracle helped spread Christ's New Covenant across the globe.
The collective family... Hernandez, Meza, Sceville & Drivers... are comforted by knowing that the miracle of Eric's life will continue to spread the power of God's Love and Grace beyond all of our years.
One of Eric's goals this year was to raise enough money to purchase new football uniforms for his beloved varsity team. The family asks, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Los Amigos Football Boosters and help make that dream to come true.
Los Amigos Football Boosters
P.O. Box 9417
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
Lastly, we encourage all those who were touched by Eric's life to reach out and learn more about Organ Donation. With the assistance of the OneLegacy, Eric was able to impact several lives and bring peace and joy to many families.
http://www.onelegacy.org/site/index.html
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November 29, 1996 - April 17, 2013
Eric Hernandez's broad and contagious smile consumed his mother's delivery room even before he took his first breath. It is that overwhelming, beautiful smile that our family will keep dear to our hearts as we cope with saying good-bye to our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and close friend.
Within our family he was known as "Guero" or "Pecas"... loving terms for being pale and freckled. However, Eric had other nicknames that many of his friends will remember. During his Pop Warner Football days he showed true grit by playing with one arm in a cast, earning him the name "Casty". Later in high school, many of his teammates called him the "Tin Man", a friendly joke referring to the Wizard of Oz and his body's need of - a can of oil - to get his skinny frame going. But what many may chose to remember him by, is what his football coaches at Los Amigos High School called him... "The Real Deal Hernandez".
Eric was definitely the real deal! And he demonstrated that from almost day one, as he began pushing out of his mother's womb during a family Thanksgiving dinner. Born the following day, November 29, 1996, he was blessed with an eagerness to learn and a desire to experience all the wonders of life.
At the young age of four, his passion for sports began, as he pushed his parents to enroll him in youth soccer. This led to an endless enthusiasm for sports that continued with T-Ball, Flag Football, Basketball... etc. There seemed to be no end to the seasons or sports Eric could play. As a teenager, Eric's love for sports centered around Tackle Football and despite his slim build, Tin Man, was known for playing his heart out and never backing down from any opponent.
As a family, the passing of Eric reminds us of the biblical story of how the resurrected Jesus Christ joined two despondent travelers on the Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35). These two men were trying to come to terms over Jesus's recent crucifixion, yet when joined along the path did not recognize their Savior. However, after spending a short period of time talking and listening to Him along their way, the men finally came to realize that they were in the presence of Christ... and as soon as He was revealed, He vanished! Word of this miracle helped spread Christ's New Covenant across the globe.
The collective family... Hernandez, Meza, Sceville & Drivers... are comforted by knowing that the miracle of Eric's life will continue to spread the power of God's Love and Grace beyond all of our years.
One of Eric's goals this year was to raise enough money to purchase new football uniforms for his beloved varsity team. The family asks, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Los Amigos Football Boosters and help make that dream to come true.
Los Amigos Football Boosters
P.O. Box 9417
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
Lastly, we encourage all those who were touched by Eric's life to reach out and learn more about Organ Donation. With the assistance of the OneLegacy, Eric was able to impact several lives and bring peace and joy to many families.
http://www.onelegacy.org/site/index.html
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