Manuel passed away Thursday March 30, 2017 at home.\r\n\r\nHe was born in San Antonio on April 10, 1929.\r\n\r\nHe is survived by his sister, Sister Mary Louise Hernandez O.S.B. and two nephews: Walter M. Johnson and Richard F. Hernandez.\r\n\r\nManuel was a veteran and a very active member of our community. He was a long time resident of Bandera, was Director of the Senior Center and upon retirement, he opened the Ridge Route Nursery & Aviary.\r\n\r\nWith his gracious smile and gentle manners, he had won our affection and will be greatly missed by family and friends.\r\n\r\nMay he rest in Peace in the Arms of our Lord.\r\n\r\nHis Funeral will be held at St-Stanislaus Catholic Church, 311 Seventh Street Bandera on Thursday, April 6 at noon.