Adan Hernandez, 71, currently of Lawton, Oklahoma and formerly of Mexico City, Mexico passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024 at his home in Lawton with his loving family by his side.

No services are scheduled.

Adan Hernandez, born on March 8, 1953, in Mexico City, Mexico, to Antonio Hernandez and Luz Gutierrez Mendez Hernandez, passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work, family devotion, and a zest for life. He grew up in Mexico and graduated from Instituto Politecnico Nacional University with a bachelor's degree in marketing. In 1974, he began his career at Goodyear Tire and Rubber in Mexico City, working in the purchasing department. The following year, on January 15, 1975, he married Rita Delgadillo Valencia, beginning a journey of love and commitment that would span nearly five decades.

Following the closure of the Goodyear plant in Mexico City, Adan relocated with his family to Lawton, Oklahoma, in 2002, where he continued to work in purchasing at the Goodyear plant there. His career with Goodyear spanned an impressive 47 years, a testament to his loyalty, skill, and dedication to his work.

Outside of his professional life, Adan had a range of interests that kept him active and engaged. He was an accomplished racquetball player and enjoyed hiking in his younger years. He also had a passion for bowling, participating in the Goodyear league, and collected watches as a cherished hobby. Above all, Adan was a devoted family man—a loving brother, father, and grandfather—who cherished his time with his family. He took every opportunity to visit his relatives in Mexico and maintained a strong connection to his roots.

Adan's warmth, dedication, and enduring spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of love and commitment, along with countless memories that will be treasured by his family and friends.

Adan is survived by his wife, Rita of the home, three daughters, Brenda Fortenberry and husband Teddy of Wasilla, Alaska, Sandra Mabis and husband William of Lawton, Oklahoma, and Diana Dominguez and husband Julie of San Antonio, Texas, seven grandchildren, Karen, Marsela, and Adam Fortenberry, Alexandra and Gabrial Mabis, and Valeria and Vincent Dominguez, two sisters, Nemesia Hernandez and Jorge Galvan, and Mirna Hernandez, two brothers Guillermo and Luz Hernandez all of Mexico.

Adan is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Antonio and Andres Hernandez.