Fernando G. Estrada |
| Posted 2016-11-28 by mhenderson |
| Parker Pioneer, Parker, AZ >>> Published on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 <<< Fernando was born on October 28, 1963 at Kern General Hospital in Bakersfield, California. He was the son of Benjamin Estrada and Mary Dora Estrada. Raised in Bakersfield, California, he was brought up to be gentle, kind, religious, faithful and trustworthy. As a child, he learned to be conscientious and responsible. These were all traits that he would carry with him throughout his life. Fernando G Estrada, a modest, quiet and observant man, who was one to take in everything around him and always thinking before acting. He was practical in everything he did. He was a friendly person who truly cared about those around him. Fernando was raised with three siblings. He had an older brother Benjamin, an old sister Beatrice and a younger sister Angela. Fernando was constantly involved in activities with his family and deeply cared for each other and shared many life experiences over the years. As a young boy, Fernando was always aware of how others around him felt and this quality served him well. With a deep capacity to understand the feelings of others, Fernando was generally able to avoid conflicts. Fernando also had the ability to relate well with his family and friends. Growing up, Fernando was one of those children who didn’t need to be in the center of attention during activities. He was content to be on the sidelines watching everybody else. Fernando was never pushy when it came to games and other activities, but rather, he was able to enjoy the pure fun these could bring. In just about everything he did as a child, Fernando was intent on pleasing both the adults and the other children around him. Fernando took part in a number of activities as a child, Mexican dance group, religious activities and he also took part in wrestling and had some interest in photography. In high school, Fernando participated in wrestling. In this way, he was something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite teams whenever he got the opportunity. Tops on his list were basketball and football. He graduated from Highland High School in 1981. Most folks would say that Fernando was shy until they got to know him. Those who were privileged to know him well learned that he was a solid, good friend. Fernando was reluctant to generalize about people, and he based his friendships on his personal experiences. Because of this, Fernando best trusted those people that he truly knew. The friends that he made, Fernando kept. While growing up, his best friend was Henry Gonzales, Aaron Sanchez, Mark Montano, David Lomas and Cres Corral. Later in life, he became best friends with Joe and Susan Guerrero, Artie and Sharon Martinez. Love can’t be defined but must be experienced. That was so true for Fernando. On July 13, 1985 Fernando married Eliza Baldenegro in Bakersfield, California. He was totally committed to Eliza and maintained traditional ideals about marriage. It was as if Fernando naturally sensed his spouse’s needs, and accepted those feelings unconditionally. Fernando, always worked hard to provide for his family and gave everything he could to the best of his ability and the best he knew how. Fernando was a good father to his children. He had “old fashioned” parental values and could handle typical family conflicts in a fair and calm manner. Because he trusted emotions, Fernando was reluctant to force issues and used gentle persuasion to resolve situations. In this way he seemed to radiate an aura of warmth and caring to those around him, always thinking before acting. Fernando was blessed with 5 children, three daughters, Andrea, Marissa, Alianna, two sons, Abraham and Matthew. They were also blessed with 1 grandson, Vincent James Carlson. They moved to Arizona in 2004 to give his spouse Eliza an opportunity to live near her family. His primary occupation was in retail sales. He was employed for 19 years in the the retail sales industry in Bakersfield. Fernando passed away on November 10, 2015 at Hospice of Havasu Polodori House in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. He is survived by his wife Eliza of 30 years, five children, Andrea, Marissa, Abraham, Matthew, Alianna and grandson, Vincent. Mother, Dora, brother Benji, sister Beatrice, Angela and many nephews and nieces. Services were held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on 11/21/2014. Fernando was laid to rest in Parker Town Cemetery in Parker, Arizona. He is loved deeply and will be missed by all who knew him. See Also: Find A Grave |
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