Chico Fernández
1932–2016 (age 84)
baseball player
Biography
Chico Fernández was a beloved baseball player whose speed, confidence, and love of the game thrilled teammates and fans alike. He approached every season with determination, always striving to elevate the teams he joined and cheer on the players who came after him.
Off the field he was generous with his time, sharing stories, mentoring young athletes, and reminding everyone around him of the joy of sportsmanship. His memory lives on at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery, where the baseball community honors his steadfast spirit.