Passed away on December 25, 2021 in Gatineau at the age of 81. He was the son of the late Augusto Fernandez and the late Rosa Canepa Pecho . Beloved husband of Nilda. He leaves in sorrow his children Mario (Katya), Rocio (Christopher), Carlos (Sandra), Miguel (Harmonia) and Arturo, as well many grandchildren, great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his sisters Luisa and Carmen as well many nephews, nieces and friends. He was predeceased by his siblings Juan, Antonio, Augusto, Marcelo, Graciela, Angela, Ines and Zoila. In lieu of flowers, his family asks that you please consider making a donation to Maison Mathieu-Froment-Savoie ( https://www.mmfs.org/fr/ ) where he received kind and attentive care in his last days