Joseph A. Fernald Jr. Obituary

The memory of Joseph A. Fernald Jr. of Brookhaven, Mississippi, who passed away on January 9, 2026 at the age of 74, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph A. Fernald Sr. and Rita Dooley Fernald; his stepmother Vera Fernald; and his sister Barbara Venuti. He is survived by: his wife Wanda Reeves of Brookhaven; his children, Anna Opdyke (Brent) and Reeves Fernald (Carrie); his grandchildren, Abby, Katherine Fernald and Colin Opdyke; his stepbrothers, Peter, Paul and Perry Kozakiewicz; and his siblings-in-law, Judy Flanagan (Jim) and Johnny Reeves (Debbie).

Memorials may be made to Christ Methodist Church, Brookhaven, MS, Building Fund.