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Joseph Fernandes Obituary

Of Norton, August 19, 2007, the former Chairman of the Board of Fernandes Super Markets and Treasurer of J&R Investment. Husband of Annabelle (Watson) Fernandes. Father of Joseph W. "Jay" Fernandes of Norton, Marcia Fernandes of Deerfield, Beach, FL and Donna Fernandes-Savage of Buffalo, NY. Brother of Bemvinda "Be" Pires of Deerfield Beach, FL, Mary Murphy-Gabiola of Meridian, Idaho and Evangeline "Vangie" Fonseca of Norton. Grandfather of J. Skyler Fernandes of Norton. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Norton Memorial Funeral Home, 19 Clapp St., (Off Route 140, Taunton Ave.), NORTON on Saturday August 25th at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 10 AM in St. Mary's Church, South Worcester St., Norton. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday from 4-8 PM. Burial will be in the Norton Center Cemetery, Norton. Donations in Mr. Fernandes's memory may be made to St. Mary's Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 430, Norton, MA 02766. For complete obituary or additional information, please visit: www.nortonmemorial.com.

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 22, 2007.

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William Feuer

February 26, 2008

So sorry to recently learn of Joe's passing. He was my boss and a friend of many years. He was a brilliant innovator in his field and will be missed by a multitude of people he has helped over the years, including me and my family.

Ernst-Günther Pehlke

August 30, 2007

In meinen Gedanken und meinen Gebeten werde ich dich nie vergessen.Joe, du warst mir ein richtiger Freund.Gott mit dir.In Gedenken dein Freud Ernst-Günther Pehlke

Artur Fernandes

August 27, 2007

I heard about mr.FERNANDES during the election of Pre.Kennedy,as a student in Portugal.I also know he was a gracious host to portuguese sports teams and artists visiting our communities in New England.He was successful,and aove all a portuguese to be remembered.

Clyde& Carol Voter

August 27, 2007

May the love of God comfort you during this time of sorrow

Francisco Alves

August 27, 2007

Estamos contigo.
Paz a tua alma.

Lisa Yoder

August 23, 2007

Jay - Ann - Skyler
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
May you have peace in your heart knowing that Joe is with God.


Marjorie Heiner and her daughter Lisa

Mr and Mrs Alfred Gariepy and Family

August 22, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

charles jorge

August 22, 2007

my deepest condolonces to the family

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