Obituary of Cathy Ann Fernandez

Mrs. Cathy Ann Fernandez, 62, of Lincoln, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Born in Anniston, Alabama, she moved to Auburn, Nebraska, at a young age, where she attended school and graduated. She loved spending time with her family and crafting with her grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, being outside, and hosting campfires for her grandchildren to roast hotdogs and marshmallows. Her passion was nursing, and she found great fulfillment in her work as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) over the years. She also dedicated her time to serving others through her work with South East Community Action in Tecumseh, Nebraska, where she discovered her greatest joy in helping those in need. Her last job was at the Red Door Kitchen in Talladega. Her favorite holiday was Christmas. She delighted in decorating and creating Christmas candies and cookies, which she lovingly gifted to her friends and family. She cherished spending Christmas Eve with her husband, children, and grandchildren, always making it a special occasion filled with love and joy. Her legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to others will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her. She was preceded in death by her father, Jessie Mitchell; mother, Helen Kellum, brothers, Jimmy Mitchell and Darryl Berry; and sister, Louise Tidwell. She is survived by her husband, Javier Fernandez; daughters, Catherine Broca, Jessica Straw (Jason), and Kindra Straw (Wilson); and son, Rickie Straw (Stephanie); nineteen grandchildren; brother, Jessie Dean Mitchell; sisters, Brenda Trantham, Garlene Trantham, Teresa Dominguez, Rhonda Jackson, and Donna Dean; and a host of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Usrey Funeral Home – Pell City from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm on Saturday, October 12, 2024, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 pm. Condolences may be offered online at www.usreyfuneralhome.com. Usrey Funeral Home – Pell City is in charge of arrangements.