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Wendy L. Fernandez, age 77 of Perry Township, passed away on Sunday. March 29, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Canton, Ohio on March 19, 1949 to the late Roy M. and Dorothy L. (Nesbitt) Linsenbigler. She remained a lifelong resident of the community.
Wendy was a 1967 graduate of Canton South High School. She was employed at Mercy Medical Center for 37 years eventually retiring as a Unit Assistant in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Some of her many interests included gardening and traveling. She especially loved travelling in the western United States and visiting the National Parks. However, her heart was always with her greatest love, her family.
Those left to cherish her memory included her husband of 21 years Jeffrey Fernandez whom she married on September 25th, 2004; sons, Darren Thorley and Marc (Robin) Thorley; granddaughters Alivia and Adyson Thorley; her brothers Ronald and David Linsenbigler.
In accordance with Wendy’s wishes, no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice in Wendy’s memory.
Arrangements are entrusted to Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home, 4041 Cleveland Ave S, Canton, Ohio 44707. Family and friends may offer condolences and share memories at:
(330) 484-2525
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
4041 Cleveland Ave S., Canton, OH 44707

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