Nicholas "Colo" Hernandez Flores

Mr. Nicholas “Colo” Hernandez-Flores, age 69, formerly of New York City and more recently of Utica, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2012 in the comfort of his home with his family by his side. Nicholas was born in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico on November 13, 1942, the son of the late Nicholas Hernandez and Catalina Flores. At the age of 16, when he was affectionately known as “cowboy”, he moved to New York City where he graduated from high school and attended college. A veteran of the United States Army, he honorably served his country for 1 year during the Vietnam Conflict. Colo shared a lifelong bond of friendship and support with Inocencia Rodriguez, a love that was blessed with 6 children. Colo retired in 2003 after 20 years of employment at the Seward Park Housing Maintenance Department in Manhattan. Colo had a comic side to his personality and will be remembered as a jovial, smiling man who could be trusted to honestly share his thoughts. He created his own balance of life, and was happiest being with his family. During his spare time, he could be found at the Moore Street Market in Brooklyn, playing a game of dominoes with his friends. He also found pleasure in playing his guitar. Colo is survived by his children’s mother and her husband, Inocencia Rodriguez and Victor Astudillo; his children, Enid and Cesar Garcia, Ernesto and Yanira Alequin, Eneida Alequin, Giselle Hernandez and fiancé Argenis, Milixza Rodriguez and LeRoy Winston; preceded in death by his son, Jose Hernandez who passed away on February 9, 1997; and Anthony. Also left to mourn his passing are his grandchildren, Memphis, Abryle, Xavier, C.J.; Christine, Ernesto, Jr., Christian, Alexza; Adrian, Jose, Jr., Yaniel; Mya, Zaydee, A.J.; Sade and Brooklynn; several siblings, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. The family extends sincere thanks to the staff of Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc., especially Irene and Julie; Dr. Randolph Snow, and Nurse Practitioner Brenda Carney, for their compassion and competence. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2:00-4:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Nicholas’ funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Monday morning at 11:00 at the funeral home with Rev. Chris Tringali officiating. Graveside committal prayers and interment will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery.

Nicholas "Colo" Hernandez Flores

November 13, 1942 - February 9, 2012