Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Saturday, January 28, 2023.
Beloved husband of Deborah “Debbie” Fernandez (nee Koch) of 47 years; dearest father of Jeff (Rebecca) Fernandez and Angela (Aaron) Whittaker; dear grandpa of Penelope Fernandez, Violet and Owen Whittaker; brother of Susan Fernandez; brother-in-law of Alan (Beth) Koch; our dear uncle, cousin and friend of many.
Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois Rd. Monday, February 6, 9:30 a.m. to St. John Paul II, 4980 Heege Rd. for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Park Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society and/or Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. Visitation Sunday 4 – 8 p.m.
Gary was a great guy. I always enjoyed talking to him about his family at Feather-Craft. He loved teaching fly tying and sharing his knowledge.
Sorrow to the Fernandez family for the loss of Gary. May he rest in peace.
Gary was such a nice man. I always enjoyed our conversations at Feather-Craft. Loved teaching Fly tying and he had so much patience. He always talked about his Family. Gary was so proud of Deb, their kids and Grand Children. My prayers and love to his Family. Rest in peace my Friend. Anna Lammert
My deepest condolences to Debbie, the children and grandchildren for their loss of Gary. I pray that everyone will weather these hard times with all the happy memories of their time together with Gary.
So sorry for your loss Debbie, my condolences to you and your family.
Garry was a very talented fly tier and teacher. I always enjoyed tying with him, I learned so much.