Mercedes M. Fernandez, age 88 of Hollywood, Florida, passed away at home, in the presence of her family on August 6, 2021. She was born in Placeta, Cuba on July 18, 1933.

She met her future husband Manuel on Valentines Day at a friends wedding. They were married on August 27, 1960. She migrated to Miami, Florida in June 2000 and was reunited with her husband in December 2003. She was a very happy person who loved helping others and also loved: clothes, shoes and purses.

Mercedes is survived by her loving husband: Manuel Fernandez; daughter: Lilian Maria (John) Cannataro; son: Manuel (Lidia) Fernandez; granddaughter: Gillian Cannataro; grandson: Kevin Fernandez and numerous nieces and nephews.

Arrangements entrusted to: Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.