He was born in 1934 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. He came to the USA and served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a overhead cranes man at LTV for over 30 years. Fidel was a man of strong Catholic faith. He was loved by many.
He was a devoted father to Maria, Fidel Jr., Aurelio (Rose), Gema (Ray), Catalina, and Benjamin; grandfather of 20; great grandfather to 9. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Catalina, and cherished daughter Adriana (Nani).
Visitation will be Friday, June 15, 2018 from 4-8 pm at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home (8178 Cline Ave.; Crown Point, IN 46307). Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 9:00 am at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church (1445 Hoffman St.; Hammond, IN 46327) with Rev. Erlin Garcia officiating. Burial will be at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens.