Alfred Hernandez, better known as “Claw” or “Big Al,” was called home early to heaven on January 11, 2024, at the age of 65.
Alfred was born on December 31, 1958, in Houston, TX.
He started working at a young age as a paint/body worker for many years until he started his own paint and body shop.
He dedicated many years of his life working at his shop on Kelly Street in Houston, TX.
He was a very honest man, a hardworker, spoke with words of wisdom, had a sense of humor, and was full of character.
His favorite sport was football and he loved playing dominoes and horseshoes.
He also had a passion for loud music such as Oldies, Rock and Zydeco. He has been reunited with his mother “Bibiana Sanchez Hernandez” and brother “Robert Hernandez”.
He survived by his six adult children, thirteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to attend The Funeral At
J Leal Funeral Home
708 College Ave, South Houston Tx 77587
Friday: January 26, 2024 at 4pm -8pm
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He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.” – Revelation 21:4
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