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Antonio Meranda Fernandez, 84, of Bandera, Texas, passed away May 17th, 2026 in San Antonio, TX. he was born in Hondo, TX to Marcos and Victoria Fernandez on March 6th, 1942.
Antonio " Tony" loved to spend time with his great-grandchildren, whether it was BBQing or making his favorite dinners. Tony spent his life doing concrete work, foundations for houses, sidewalks and many more. He loved going driving to just look at the scenery and to have lunch at Mendoza's restaurant.
Tony is preceded in death by his late wife Patricia Welch Fernandez, his son Antonio Fernandez Jr, his parents Marcos and Victoria, and many of his family members.
Tony is survived by his children Maggie (Pete) Alvarado, Rose (Bud) Knox, and his late son's wife Pam. Siblings Clara (James) Theis, Pete (Deone) Fernandez, and Ricarda Rodriguez. Grandchildren Crystal (Clif), Cassandra, Ashley (Nick), Shalynn, Dawn (Brandon), Kameron, Kash, and 15 Great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Thursday, May 28th 5-7pm, with the Rosary to follow at 7pm, at Banderal Funeral Chapel.
Funeral services are at 10am Friday, May 29th at Bandera Funeral Chapel with Deacon Jimmy Bill from Notre Dame Catholic Church of Kerrville, officiating.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bandera Funeral Chapel.
Thursday, May 28, 2026
5:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)
Bandera Funeral Chapel
Thursday, May 28, 2026
7:00 - 7:30 pm (Central time)
Bandera Funeral Chapel
Friday, May 29, 2026
Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)
Bandera Funeral Chapel
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