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Ovidio Fernandez
1923 - 2014
Ovidio Fernandez
1923 - 2014
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BORN
1923
DIED
2014
Ovidio Fernandez Obituary
Ovidio (Obie) is survived by two children. His son Ivan Fernandez (wife Cynthia) and his daughter Melinda Collado (husband Tony). Obie has three grandchildren Craig Fernandez (wife DeeDee), Brian Fernandez, and Ashley Collado-Borrego (husband David).
Obie's wife Alma Fernandez recently passed December 1st of 2012. They were married for 71 years.
He was a loving husband and father and his family is very grateful for the time they had with him. We don't get to choose our parents and his family was very lucky to have parents that loved and cared for their children as much as they did. Obie will be remembered for his character and ability to befriend people and make them feel at ease. It seemed Obie knew everyone and everyone knew him. Obie's passions were people, fishing, and being outdoors surrounding by his loved ones.
Obie was a veteran of World War II and worked most of his career for Southern Wine & Spirits (43 years). He was a lifelong resident of Tampa.
The family would like to show their deep appreciation to Agnes Wagacha and Cynthia Oelke for their devoted care of Obie during his last years.
The services will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at 7:00 pm at the Gonzalez Funeral Home located at 7209 N Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL 33614, with a prior visitation beginning at 5:00 pm.
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Bill and Annette Ryan
May 9, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May the happy memories of Obie sustain you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Jim & Karen Wilson
May 2, 2014
Dear Fernandez Family,
We will greatly miss Obie and Alma in Pass A Grille. It was always a great pleasure visiting with them during their trips to the beach. They watched Karen and I grow from dating, to engaged, to married, to having 5 children. They seemed to enjoy watching the process, both always smiling….
We pray that God holds them closely, till will met again.
Randy & Sherry Knox
May 1, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Obie will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and always.
Cary Garcia
April 30, 2014
Dear Ivan:
So sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I know how hard it is to lose a father. Remember he is always with you. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time
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April 30, 2014
Dear Ivan and Melinda,
We lived close to your parents on 17th Ave. I have many good memories of going to your house and the Beach to visit your family. We are saddened to hear of the passing of your father. The Gonzalez family extends our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Sincerely,
Frank, Josephine, Patty and Josie Gonzalez
April 29, 2014
Dee Dee and Craig with our deepest sympathy to you both and your family. Jean and Brian Dumbleton
Our favorite family place - St. Pete's Beach, FL
DeeDee Fernandez
April 29, 2014
Our time together on this earth will never be enough, we will hold our memories of all of the wonderful time together in our hearts until we meet again. I feel so blessed that I had the pleasure of calling you my Grandfather and great great Grandfather to Matthew and Oliver. We are the lucky ones to have had a place in your heart.
Staff of Gonzalez Funeral Home
April 29, 2014
Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to the family and friends. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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