VENDER, Fernando M.

The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, Arizona Thursday. Oct. 17, 2013 Beloved father, grandfather and brother, Fernando M Vender, 73, went to be with his wife, Maria (Michel) Vender, on Friday, October 11, 2013. He was born on August 6, 1940 in Superior, AZ. Fernando is survived by his four children, Ivana (Vender) Ireland, Adam, Eric and Adrian. He is also survived by sister Monica Quiroz, brother Reyes Vender, three loving grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Fernando enjoyed retired life reading many books, doing crosswords, playing dominoes, watching the Diamondbacks, movies and political shows. He very much enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren,telling jokes and just having casual conversations over a beer. His generosity and selflessness were known by all who knew him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial service which will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Mountain Park Community Church, 2408 E Pecos Rd in Phoenix. Reception will follow immediately in the church lobby.