Obituary

Rolando “Abel” Fernandez, 46, of Goodyear, formerly of La Puente, CA, died April 22, 2014 in Goodyear of ALS.  He was born May 24, 1967 in Los Angeles, CA to Rolando Fernandez and Magdalena Andrade.

He was an accomplished metal connoisseur; thrash drummer, collaborator, musical spearhead, mentor, advisor, beloved son, beloved brother and congregator of musical talent.  He is survived by his wife Christina Mimassi; brothers Jesse, Victor, Gerardo, Ray, and Chris Andrade; parents Magdalena and Jesus Andrade.

Funeral services will be held at 5:30pm on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Rd. in Goodyear, AZ.  Condolences can be sent to www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.