Hector O. Fernandez M.D.
September 4, 1941 - November 4, 2020
Wichita, Kansas - On the morning of November 4, 2020, Hector Oracion Fernandez M.D. passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in prayer and love. Hector was born in Tanjay, Philippines to Antonio and Bruna Fernandez in 1941. He attended Medical School at Southwestern University in the Philippines and completed his residency in General Surgery at the University of Kansas College of Medicine at St. Francis in Wichita, KS under his mentor Dr. George Farha. He practiced General Surgery at the Via Christi Hospitals and had a General Practice at the Holy Family Clinic. He later went to work for Hunter Health Clinic helping the underprivileged until he retired in 2017. In June 1969, he married the love of his life, Josefa Gonzalez, and together they raised five children: Joaquin, Hector Jr., Joseph, Javier, and Justin. Hector was a loyal son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. More than anything, he adored spending time with his wife. They had a beautiful enduring love. He also very much enjoyed being part of the lives of each of his sons and their families as well as golfing, reading, watching all sports, shopping, art and traveling to Spain and the Philippines. Hector is preceded in death by Antonio and Bruna Fernandez (parents), Barini Fernandez (nephew). Hector is survived by Josefa Fernandez (wife of 51 years), sons and spouses; Joaquin and Dawn, Hector Jr., Joseph and Sarah, Javier and Abigail, Justin and Amy, grandchildren; Madison, Riley, Eric, Gabriella, Annabelle, Hugo, Asimo, and Leo, brother, Isidoro, and nephews; Anton, and Corleone. Hector will be remembered as a devoted family man who lived his life to the fullest. He was a dedicated Physician, storyteller, jokester, great listener, and a humble and selfless man who was a champion for the poor. A memorial service will be held at Catholic Church of the Magdalen on Thursday, November 12. Rosary will be held at 10 a.m., and the funeral mass will follow immediately after. Services will be livestreamed online on Magdalen's channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCityXHiKZA8qCK4n8aRk25g. Memorials have been established with The Hunter Health Clinic, 2318 E Central, Wichita, KS 67214, https://hunterhealth.org/donate, and The Lord's Diner, 520 N Broadway, Wichita, KS 67214,https://give.catholicdioceseofwichita.org.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Nov. 8, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Hector Fernandez

20 Entries

Karla Montelongo, APRN

November 2, 2025

I cannot believe it has been five years. I still think of Dr. Fernandez in my practice and his quote "you have to put yourself in their shoes." Thinking of him today.

Eric Schwartz

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Anna-Lisa McMillen

November 13, 2020

Dearest Tita PG, Kuya(s) Jack, Chic, Joe, Java, Butch and your families:
I'm so sorry to hear about Tito Hector. The service was beautiful, and although we could not be there in person, we look forward to seeing you and giving you the biggest hugs. We love you.

I am so grateful that we (John, myself, and my children) were able to spend some real quality time with him and all of you this past December. We chatted, reminisced, laughed, ate amazing food, and had so much café (the famous café that Jack spoke of). Lolo Hector spoiled Finch and Aurea like grandkids of his own (they still talk about the hot cocoa with extra marshmallows he made them every morning and about how funny Lolo Hector was.)
When Jack spoke about Tito Hector's special café, I knew exactly what he was talking about. Tito knew how much I loved his special café, so much that when I was in high school he gave me a stove-top espresso pot of my own for my birthday. At some point during our last visit, I mentioned that the espresso pot had made its last pot of café after all these years. Without blinking, Tito Hector goes to the kitchen closet, pulls out a brand new espresso pot, in box, and hands it to me. I will think of him and our visit fondly every time I have a cup of café and a biscoff cookie.
We love you, Tito. Rest in peace.
- Annette (Mercader)

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Kelly Wilson

November 12, 2020

Justin and Amy, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious father. My heart hurts for you all. What a wonderful legacy he leaves behind. Love and hugs to you all, Hugo and Leo.

Jessi Amirani

November 12, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful kind man that we were lucky to know. He will be greatly missed. We will be thinking of you all and keeping you in our prayers.
Love you all,
The Amiranis

Jessi amirani

November 12, 2020

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Mr. & Mrs. Nakayama

November 11, 2020

Our deepest condolences to those who knew him. We pray you are blessed with the serenity and peace you need to get through this time of sadness. Stay strong and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sharman Haselhorst

November 11, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hector was a caring doctor and a wonderful person, full of fun and love of family.

Kathy Massey

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Karla Montelongo, APRN

November 9, 2020

I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Fernández for 3 years. In that time, I was able to become a stronger provider with his expertise guiding me. He was a great mentor. One of my fondest memories would be our reminiscing in the early mornings while working on cryptoquip‘s from the newspapers he’d save for me. I’d never heard of these until he would randomly ask me a question pertaining to them. We’d joke that he was my other father with his words of wisdom, both professional and personal. He’d also discuss happy moments of his childrens marriages, births of grandbabies, delivering one of his sons, crazy foods he’d eaten, such as monkey, to the great accomplishments of his sons. He would also speak so highly of his wife and I truly enjoyed seeing their love for one another when Senora Fernandez would stop by. He will forever be a great man and will dearly be missed. My condolences to the family and prayers for comfort.

April Dodd

November 9, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sheila (Argosino) Ilardi

November 8, 2020

Once I was in St. Joseph hospital ER b/c my dad was stitching up a cut I had in my hand when I was in middle school. I was trying not to look at the cut or the stitches being done. Out of what seemed like nowhere appeared Tito Hector who just happened to see us as he was walking by. He cheerfully came in to say "hi" to me & my dad. He looked at the cut on my hand as my dad was sewing it up, his eyes got wide & he said, "ooohh that's a big cut!" Even though he said that, I knew my "big deal stitches" to me were small potatoes for those 2 doctors. I was trying to forget the blood & pain and the whole situation made me giggle through my tears. Looking back, I appreciated the rare chance to see them both in their element. Tito Hector had this big positive energy that accompanied him, not just that day, but just in general. We may not be related by blood, but to me we're "related" through our big Filipino "family" in Wichita. He will live on in the hearts of everyone who loved him.

Patrick and Theresa Trapp

November 8, 2020

Our sympathies to the Fernandez family. Blessings for you all.

Joan Burger

November 8, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. PG you and your family will be in my prayer. It was a privilege to know Hector and to call both of you friend..

Juan Jaime Cedillo

November 8, 2020

Indeed he was a humble caring man. May God bless is soul.

Joseph Krsnich

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Wyatt Sheeder

November 8, 2020

What a legacy of caring and love! His light will continue to shine through his family and those who loved him. Blessings to the family as they grieve.

Eric J. Stites

November 8, 2020

I had the privilege of working with Dr. Fernandez at St. Joe ER in the late 90's. I'll always remember him as a kind and compassionate doctor who truly cared about his patients. He was always able to establish a connection with them, and was able to relate to them in a way few other doctors could. He was a great doctor and a reliable friend.

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