Jose "Maverick" de Jesus Hernandez III
August 12, 1985 ~ May 26, 2021
Born in:
Fairfield, California
Resided in:
Dublin, California
Jose de Jesus Hernandez III, age 35 of Dublin, California, taken too soon, May 26, 2021.
Always loved, forever missed, but never forgotten Jose de Jesus Hernández III was born in Fairfield, California, the adored son of and raised by Karrey Benbow and Jose de Jesus Hernandez II, step-mother Tammy Hernandez and step-father Roy Benbow.
Jose became an exceptional young man growing up in the East Bay, graduating from Valley Christian School in Dublin, California, surrounded by family and friends. Jose loved our lord Jesus Christ, blossoming Christian faith. He nurtured a lifelong passion for all things technical and mechanical. Jose ably combined his passions and inquisitive mind, eventually connecting with other enthusiast in the motorcycle and car world. He was an avid rider (Member, Ducati Midnight Club), driver, and builder of high-performance machines. Able to, design it, build it, repair it and “SEND IT”. Spreading his mechanical knowledge, he was known for his relentless willingness to help others throughout his large and trusted community of friends, and anyone who needed a helping hand. His nine-year career at the VTA, was another example of his brilliant mind, as he left a legacy of high work ethic, and innovative tools he created to improve rail system maintenance. His zest for a life well lived extended over many interests from flying drones, 3D printing, playing and coaching soccer, wake boarding to snowboarding, playing guitar to videography, leading worship in church, the joy of a sunset, and the rise of a new day.
Jose was survived by his mother, Karrey Benbow and step-father Roy Benbow, of San Ramon, CA, father, Jose de Jesus Hernandez II and step-mother Tammy Hernandez, of Fremont, CA.
He is also survived by his sisters Tanya Hernández of Mendocino, CA, and Eva Hernandez of Fremont, CA. Grandparents, Jose de Jesus Hernandez I of Mexico City, Mexico, Maria Elena Munoz of Arándas, Mexico, Karl J. Albert (papa), of Grants Pass, OR and Earl DeCaccia, of Fremont, CA. His step sisters Jennifer Gutierrez (Phillip) of Tracy CA, and Serena Mcteer (Justin) of Glendora, CA. He will be forever loved by his nieces and nephews Ethan Foster, Elijah Hernandez, Maya Gutierrez, Phillip Gutierrez, Kaylie Mcteer, Justin Mcteer and Tyler Mcteer. His memory and goodness will forever dwell in the hearts of his many uncles, aunts and cousins here in California and Mexico.
He will remain in the hearts of so many friends in the community and fellow co-workers in the VTA who lost so much that terrible day. The family grieves for their loss as well.
Jose was preceded in passing by his sister Maria Hernandez, grandmother Peggy Ann Albert, and grandmother Maria DeCaccia.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday June 9, 2021 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at Berge Pappas Smith Chapel of the Angels, 40842 Fremont blvd., Fremont, CA 94538.
Please join the family June 19th, 2021, at 1:00 in the afternoon as they gather to celebrate the joy of loving and having Jose de Jesus Hernandez III in their lives.
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Mom💕
You will be forever loved and missed.
-Andy
I can not find the words. My heart is breaking for our family. You were such an extraordinary human that touched so many lives just being you.
Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.
Much Love, Aunt Laura & Uncle Ken Cooper
Amanda
Sending prayers that God will send his healing angels to be with you all during this most difficult time.
I never met Jose but I walked the Streets of San Francisco with him, his mother and aunt before he made his appearance in this world.
Such a beautiful tribute written about him!
All of our hearts hurts for you all !! May our God wrap His arms around each and everyone of you , give you all peace, strength and comfort !!
We will miss that beautiful smile of yours..
With all our love,
Jen, Phil, Maya, and Phillip
There is so much I wished I had told you when you were here. How much comfort I felt when you were around. That no matter how risky the adventure we were on, I felt safe with you. I knew that no matter the mess, you would know what to do. Even in all the messes I made myself, you helped me put it back together and make me look like I did it on purpose. You taught me a lot about self confidence by exemplifying it. The phrase you said to get me to push myself farther was, “what’s the worst that could happen? And if that happens, you’ll figure it out”. You had so much faith in me; more than I had in myself. I can’t tell you how many times already I’ve thought to call you…to hang out, to help me with my stupid water heater, to go on an adventure, to discuss which cryptocurrency to invest in…..I know that urge to call you won’t go away and I don’t want it to. It reminds me of you and I’ll now welcome the issues around the house or my car just to think of what you would challenge me to fix on my own. You leave a heck of void here on earth Jose. I hope you’re “SENDING IT” on a wakeboard, snowboard or Ducati in heaven. And until I see you again, I’ll be attempting to make your tomatillo salsa as good as you did, enjoy some Arnold Palmers, drive a little faster, turn more wrenches, celebrate little victories, carve on my toes and sing a little louder to “You’ve Lost that Loving Feeling”. You’re missed and loved so much. Party it up with Jesus until I get there.
Love, Natasha
Missing you like crazy 💕 Missing the sound of your voice, you playing the guitar 🎸and sound of you pulling up on your bike🏍 “Send it”
Love you mom💕
Missing you every hour, every day. You were my present and my future. I’ll forever cherish the few years we had together. I am so grateful to have known you, and you will always & forever have a special piece of my heart.
Stay cool Mavrick.
💕Amanda
David & Nancy Ware
Happy memories of you remain to help us through the day.
You are missed; you are loved…you will forever be remembered.
Your talents, laughter, love, and faith were always loudly heard!
Thanks for your contributions, thoughtfulness, generosity, and fun!
Thanks for loving your family and friends and for making those Ducatis run!
Send it Son!
Missing you so much! We’re planning your Life Celebration 💝
It’s been extremely difficult 😞 Never in my lifetime did I expect to be doing this 😭 My mommies heart / emotions are shattered into a million tiny pieces 😭
I pray you are spending time with your little sister Maria🙏💝and Gamma Peggy❤️
I love you forever
Mommy
My thoughts and prayers go out to you!
Today we went to Thunderhill just for you! We played Top Gun sound track did 2 Victory Laps Dedicated to you!
I rode with Andy on Bumble Bee, Dad rode your bike, Eva rode with Mike. It was a great day! You are loved and missed by all the guys. I introduced myself to Dave Moss. He said you were one incredible human! Excellent Rider!
I love you son💕 Mom
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Today we went to Thunderhill just for you! We played Top Gun sound track did 2 Victory Laps Dedicated to you!
I rode with Andy on Bumble Bee, Dad rode your bike, Eva rode with Mike. It was a great day! You are loved and missed by all the guys. I introduced myself to Dave Moss. He said you were one incredible human! Excellent Rider!
I love you son💕 Mom
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Jose, great heart and the most innovative technical mind I ever met.
Missing you a little extra today, flying into SF for your celebration of life, have you on my mind today and most days.
Hard to find the words. Never was something I was good at. Even worse now at this ‘old’ age. Remember the “How old will you be when I’m xx” game? You once asked how old I would be when YOU are 40 and my answer was … never mind. Oh how you, and your sister Tanya, laughed.
Wish I had more photos but your Grandma Peggy was the keeper of the camera. lol She’d take photos and mail copies to me. Like this one https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sCJA4BFxZWEgRIBz98gc_pAEiFQcMac8/view?usp=sharing
With Love, Aunt Laura
Yesterday was your Celebration of Life! All your family was there❤️
Tammy did an exceptional job on your photo montage to song Scars in Heaven! Evas friend did great job on your action drone footage we played Top Gun soundtrack in background!
We had your bikes on stage, the boys helmets lined the steps. Tammy had beautiful pictures of you printed, I brought your guitars, drones on the table. I know you don’t like attention. You Deserved to be Honored Remembered this way and more! This Time Son you couldn’t Stop me from Honoring you Loud & Proud😆
I hope to see you soon!!
Love you always Mom 💕
My mommies heart is extra heavy today 😭 Miss hanging out with you 💕
Love you always
Mom💕
Extremely hard to believe it’s been 1 month since you were taken from me/us😭 Time isn’t helping me 😞
I tell myself it’s a dream or your on vacation you’ll be home any moment. Son, life w/o you seems impossible. Doing my best to make it through another day. Talk soon.
Love you always
Mom💕💕💕
Missing you so much 😞 I can’t believe you’re not here😞 I’m am so sorry for how your life was taken away! It breaks my heart to know you suffered😭 I pray your in Heaven with Jesus hanging out! I hope to see you soon 💕I love you so very much son! Mom
How’s Heaven? I truly wish I could trade places with you! There’s so much more you wanted to experience! Travel, Ride Ducati’s, get Married have a family. Create and build things, help your family and friends with your serving heart! I think about you everyday still not believing your not coming home. My heart is broken in a million pieces. I miss you so much!!! Love you always Mom💕💕💕😭😭😭💕💕💕
Sorry haven’t written! Life without you sucks! I’m struggling to move forward. I miss our FaceTimes! Miss hearing your bike pull up to the house! Miss hanging out with you! I love you so much Son!
Mom
Sorry I missed sending you a Happy Birthday here🤦♀️😢
We went to Tahoe for your birthday 💕
In Honor of You💕🏍
Son, I hope you’re finally resting in peace with Jesus 💕
You served so many people on daily bases!!!
I look forward to our next motorcycle ride 🏍🏍🏍!
I love and miss you son everyday💕💕
Send it Maverick
Sorry to say it’s not getting easier! I hate time the more time goes by last time I saw you May 23, 2021. We had a great day! I’m so glad I took my first motorcycle ride with you son! I should’ve went to treasure Island with you in 20 minutes. I miss you so much I forever will love you! I pray Son you are in heaven with your heavenly father and peace wholeness you can finally rest. Thank you for all that you gave did for everyone here especially me! I would’ve taken every single bullet and more to trade places with you!!!!
Love you always mom
Sending you some love 💕 today Jose. Missing you every day, my heart hurts ❤️🩹. Praying you are resting peacefully in heaven and that I get to see you again someday.
I’m missing you with every fiber in my being😢
My love for you increases daily 💕
I’m so proud of you!!!🙌
So proud to be your Mom!💕
Greatest title I could ever have is the Mother of Jose😍😍😍😍
Love you so much son!!!
Mom
Miss you like crazy!!!!
Yvette found a video of you playing your guitar here at the house singing How Great is Our God and Holy Place! You were singing with such passion and playing with so much feelings! This who you ARE! I lost it!!!!! I hate time!!!! I pray your resting. I’m so sorry Son! I am keeping you alive in my heart mind more each day!!!!!
Love you Son
Mom💕💕💕💕
You wrote back in 2018!!!
I’m prone to wander lord I feel it
Prone to leave the god I love
Here my heart lord lord take it seal it
Seal it for thy courts
Son, I am praying you are in Heaven!!! I keep asking God to show me for sure😢
I want to be wherever you are!!!!!
I love and miss you so much 😢😢😢😢💕💕💕💕💕 Mom!!!
I went to Dr O. Ohhhh my I lost it inside my heart and mind😢
Knowing we’ve been going there for 25 yrs!!! Seeing the dental records behind Tary broke my heart😢😢😢
I am not doing well!!! I miss you so much!!!! This should’ve never happened!!!!
I ask God why? Why now? Son you were starting your second half of Life!!!
You were Robbed of being a husband again, being a daddy!!! Having your own business and creating the Humongous Well System for Ethiopia!!!
Love you sooooo much💕💕🏍🏍🏍
I miss you/us so much💕💕😢😢
Oh how I miss you 😢 🥺🥺
I think about you every second of every day!!!! I want to be with you 💗💗💗
There’s only 1 good thing about you being in Heaven is the Hell here since you left!!!!
I love you so much 💗💕💗💕
I’m sorry I haven’t written you here!!!
My mommies heart is broken in a million pieces 😭🥺
Life without you sucks on so many levels!!! I want to trade places with you everyday!!!! I miss for you what you’re missing out on!! Tahoe is full of snow, you’d be snowboarding today!!!!
I love you soooo much🥰🥰🥰🏍🏍