Celidonia Simplicia Fernandez
elevated bZmBH October 13, 1937 – April 11, 2026
Visitation
Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 9:00 – 10:00 am
Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home
7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, Ontario L4H 4Y8
elevated bZmBH Funeral Mass
Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30 am – Chapel of Our Lady of Consolation (located inside the funeral home)
Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home
7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, Ontario L4H 4Y8
elevated bZmBH Interment
Assumption Catholic Cemetery
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L5T 1N4
elevated bZmBH Obituary
elevated bZmBH It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Celidonia (Celie) Fernandez, who departed this life peacefully in her retirement home on April 11th, 2026 at the age of 88. Celie was an exceptional seamstress and creative cook who lived a life devoted to family and friends. Celie was preceded in death by her husband Epifanio and will be sadly missed by her daughters Rachel and Karen (Peter and her honourary grandchildren Daniel and Catherine), her sister-in-law Cecilia and many nieces and nephews.
elevated bZmBH In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
Dear Karen & Rachel.
Our condolences on the loss of you mother.
Nolly & Maureen
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rachel, Karen and family at the loss of your mother
John Caroline Mullany & family
With our deepest sympathy at the loss of your mother.
John & Caroline Mullany and family
Thank you to your mother for making me the funkiest yellow plaid jumpsuit worn on my first day of school,1971. One of her many creations. She was a gentle, kind and loyal friend to my mother from Africa days and for decades in Canada. I’m sure you will miss her for a very long time.
Dear Rachel and Karen. So many wonderful memories with Aunty Celie, Uncle Effie and the two of you. Some of my best childhood memories were of visiting your mum and dad when I was just little with my mum and dad. Uncle Effie would set me up in the kitchen on the stool so I could look out the window at the planes, while reading my book and eating whatever deliciousness was placed in front of me. Lovingly remembered…
Dearest Rachel,Karen n Peter,
Sending you love, strength, and heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May her legacy of kindness and love continue to inspire us all. Tons of love n prayers,
Anthea/Gian, Shania, Christel, Virna/Rabi.
Dearest Rachel, Karen and Peter.
We are so sorry for the loss of your darling Mum.
We have so many fond memories of her from our visits and many phone calls where she shared many recipes and recipe ideas.
May she rest in peace.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
With love
Maureen, Tricia & Norah
Gillian and Richard join me in expressing my sorrow on the loss of your mom. From the time Celie and I were infants in Dar es Salaam, we grew up as neighbours that couldn’t be closer; we lived in apartment buildings separated by a 10 ft alleyway, and we talked to each other from our bedroom windows on the second floor! Celie was like a step sister, especially to my older sisters Avita and Lida. May she rest in peace
Dear Rachel and Karen,
We are very sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She will always hold a very special place in our hearts and we remember her wiht warmth and affection. she made the best cookies ever.
On behalf of my mum, Venito and myself, please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you all during this time and we wish you strenght and comfort in the days ahead.
May her memory always be a blessing and may her soul rest in eternal peace, amen.
A. Anne, Venito and Vanessa