Barbara Catherine Fernandez Obituary
We bid farewell to Barbara Catherine Fernandez of Belen, New Mexico, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 29, 2025 at the age of 84. Barbara touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara Catherine Fernandez to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bernabel Tapia and Severita Tapia; her siblings, Emilio Tapia Sr., Joe Richard Tapia Sr., Cordelia Sanchez and Agnes Gonzales (DeeDee); her goddaughter Adele Sanchez; and her nephew Emilio Tapia (Tino).
She is survived by: her children, Yvonne Stewart (Michael), Ross Sanchez (Marlene), Leonard Sanchez (Emily) and Steve Sanchez; and her brother Joe Ernest. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren; twenty-seven great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces, nephews and numerous other relatives.
