FERNANDES, John Gabriel “Gabe”
Retired Manager of Administration, City of Brampton –
Peacefully entered into rest at his home in Picton on Friday, December 24, 2021, Gabe Fernandes of Picton, formerly of Brampton died at the age of 84. He was the son of the late John & Margo Fernandes (nee Pestana) and was the beloved husband for 61 years to Noreen (nee Pereira). Gabe was the devoted father of Terry Gabriel Fernandes (Laura), Michelle Ann Berretta (Sebastian), and Simonne Marie White (Tony), cherished grandfather of Erik Gabriel, Ryan, Sebastian Gabriel, Melina, Gabrielle, Danielle and Sophia. He is survived by his siblings Marlene Evelyn, Frank Fernandes (Esther), Adele Gill (Terrence), Margaret Fernandes, Raymond Fernandes (Jackie), Anne Marie Griffiths, Andre Fernandes, Gerry Fernandes (Alison) and Paula Fernandes. Predeceased by his brother Stephen Fernandes (Maria). He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews.
Gabe was born April 12, 1937 in Georgetown, Guyana, the eldest of 11 children. At age 17, he joined the British Guyana Defense Force. Following his military service, Gabe worked for D. M. Fernandes & Co. Ltd in Georgetown, Guyana as a junior bookkeeper. He continued his accounting career with Crown Life Insurance Company. A career change then took Gabe to work for Esso in Atkinson Field, Guyana where he monitored fuel payload of all aircrafts. In 1956, Gabe met his bride, Noreen and later married her in 1960. Shortly after their marriage, Gabe & Noreen moved their young family to Canada in 1963 where he began to work at Vacuum Metalizing and then Carter Carburetor, working as Manager of Office Administration. His 6th and final career was with the City of Brampton as Manager of Administration until his retirement in 2002. Gabe’s dream was to become a Pilot with an opportunity with the RAF, however, his devotion to his family ties was first and foremost. Dad, you have more than earned your wings. You were kind to the core, a leader, a loyal husband, a dedicated father and were always involved in all his kids activities. He was a special brother, friend and a man with the smartest wit and sense of humour, second to none! You will be deeply missed by many and adored and loved by all who knew him. A born leader, and our personal hero! Look at all who have his name in theirs! Gabe was an award winning and accomplished artist, including oil painting, poetry, caricatures and calligraphy.
Mr. Fernandes is resting at the Rushnell Funeral Home – Picton Chapel, 33 Main Street West, Picton (613-476-2450) on Saturday, January 15, 2022 from 1 pm until the time of the Liturgy of the Word and Funeral Service in the Chapel at 2 pm with Rev. Father George Okoye officiating. Spring Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Picton.
If desired, donations to Canadian Lung Association or the Alzheimer Society of Hastings-Prince Edward would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be made at: www.rushnellfamilyservices.com
**Pursuant to in-person attendance regulations, for the visitation and funeral service, please contact the funeral home to pre-register your attendance in advance between 9-5 pm daily. Proof of double vaccination and photo identification will be required, all pandemic protocols are being followed and respected; masks/face coverings are required and maintained.**
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Friday December 24th 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de John Gabriel Gabe Fernandes Friday December 24th 2021..
Décès pour la Ville:Belleville, Province: Ontario