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97, of Ewa Beach and Wahiawa, went to be with the Lord on September 26, 2022, while holding the hand of the love of his life, his wife of 72 years, Rosita. He was a very patriotic American who served in the U.S. Army, in WWII, in the Philippines. After his formal schooling, he became self-educated and an avid reader. He retired as a lead auto painter at Acme Fender & Paint Shop. His greatest loves were the Lord Jesus, his wife, and family. He will affectionately be remembered for his loving heart and humor. Paul is survived by his wife, Rosita "Tida"; daughter, Paulette (Pedro) Reyes; sons, Paul Jr. (Josephine "Joey"), Dean Sr. (Tiare), Darren (Brenda); 10 grand- children; 20 great-grandchildren; brother, Daniel Hernandez Sr. of California; sisters, Roseline DeMello of Maui, Mildred Gonsalves of California, Deanna Hernandez of Arizona, and Marlene Vierra of Maui. He was predeceased by his daughter Lynette Marie Hernandez.
Visitation: 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 1st at Mililani Mauka Chapel. Funeral service: 6:00 p.m. Private burial.
