Obituary of Lucas P. Hernandez

Lucas P. Hernandez, 35, of Amherst, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 while at work. Luke was born in New Hartford, NY on December 7, 1978, the son of Jorge and Carol (Ferguson) Hernandez. He graduated from Clinton Central High School and received an M.B.A from the State University of New York at Buffalo. On October 7, 2011 he was married to Adriane Kahler in Buffalo, NY. He was employed as a Manager at Rite Aid Pharmacy where he worked for over 17 years. Luke was a devoted sports fan and avid golfer. Moreover, he was extremely kind, and was well thought of in his hometown and in the community where he and Adriane made their home. He was a great friend to many, and was always there when needed. He is survived by his loving wife Adriane; his parents Jorge L. and Carol Hernandez of Clinton; his sister, Caitlin Hernandez of Clinton; in-laws, Judy Kahler of New Hartford and Steven Kahler of Utica; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Michael and Corinne Kahler of Holland Patent; two nieces Abbey and Makinley; and many extended family and close friends. Services for Luke will be held at 10 am on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at Owens-Pavlot & Rogers Funeral Service, Inc., 35 College Street, Clinton. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Clinton. All are invited to call on Friday (Today) from 5-8 pm at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers please consider donations for a scholarship fund for Luke and Adriane's child to his wife, Adriane Hernandez c/o Carol Hernandez, 33 Kellogg St., Clinton, NY 13323.