Mrs. Maria Fernandez

March 18, 1931 - October 25, 2019

Maria Fernandez passed away at home on October 25, 2019. She was surrounded by her loving family and husband Manuel of 68 years. Maria was born in the state of Michoacan, Mexico on March 15, 1931 to Conrado Ixta+ and Elena Jerónimo Madrigal+. Her brother Gonzalo and sister Cedelia, preceded her in death. She immigrated to the United States in October 1957 excited to become a part of the tapestry of her new home land. She was devoted to the wellbeing of her husband and children. But, when her grandchildren came along, she relished every moment. She would make sure that anyone visiting her would have a warm meal at her house. Passing her homeland traditions and her faith in God was of the utmost importance to her. She will always be remembered as a strong compassionate woman with strong convictions. She is survived by her beloved husband and best friend Manuel , her children Lydia (Oscar+), Alex (Doreen), Andrew (Debbie), Araceli (Efren), Manuel (Lisa), Helen (Ricardo), 19 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.