Maria Elena was born in Las Varas, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico on March 24, 1959 to Maria Socorro Ramirez and the late Jose Corral. She married Victor Fernandez on October 16, 1984; they were married for 36 years and had two children.
She enjoyed painting, crocheting, bible study, walks on the beach, and spending time with family and friends. Maria Elena was always there to brighten the lives of others. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. The legacy of Maria Elena's kind spirit and zest for life will live on through them.
Maria Elena is survived by her husband Victor of Odessa; son Richard (Jodi) Fernandez of Odessa, daughter Esther Fernandez of Odessa; grandchildren Liam and Wesley Fernandez, and Ian Balstad, all of Odessa; mother Maria Socorro Ramirez of Chihuahua, brothers Natividad Corral Ramirez, Roberto Corral Ramirez, Mario Corral Ramirez, Jose Corral Ramirez, Jesus Corral Ramirez, sisters Luz Maria Corral Ramirez, Guadalupe Corral Ramirez, all of Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico; dear friend Lettie Guerrero of Odessa; and loving nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
She is proceeded in death by her father Jose Corral.
The visitation will be held at Odessa Funeral Home, 1700 N. Jackson Ave, Odessa, TX on May 16, 2021 from 5 PM to 9 PM. The funeral service will be held at Odessa Funeral Home on May 17, 2021 at 2 PM with Dan Johnson officiating. Interment to follow at Ector County Cemetery, 300 S. Dixie Blvd, Odessa, TX. After funeral reception to be hosted by Emet Ha Torah, 3319 N. Golder Ave, Odessa, TX at 4 PM.
