Fernice is predeceased by the love of her life Donald Passero.
Fernice is survived by her daughters Denise Passero and Dawn (James) Miele, and her grandchildren Carmine and GinaMarie, who will always be her pride and joy. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Corinne, Olivia, and Carol, along with many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.
Her family will cherish the many meals she prepared, the memories shared around her table, and the love she showed through all the little things she did for those around her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family and all who knew and loved her.