Remembering Fernando, help Laura Pugh get him home
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Fernando Higareda Flores left us unexpectedly this past Sunday. He leaves behind his love Laura, along with dear family and countless friends. He will be missed greatly. Fernando was a dedicated worker and his skill in stonemasonry will leave lasting memories around the community. He came to the United States in 1996 at age 22, leaving behind his family and loved ones to make a better life for himself, but also to provide support to his family back in Mexico.
We are gathering donations to ensure he is given the dignified memorial and burial he deserves without Laura having to shoulder the cost on her own. This cost includes the funeral expenses and transporting him back for a final kiss from his Madre and burial in Oaxaca, Mexico. Any amount beyond the funeral and transport cost will be used to cover any outstanding bills/other costs and then to support his family in Mexico.
Donations can be made directly to Farris Funeral Home by calling (276) 623-two, seven, zero, zero. This method avoids any transaction fees. However, this GoFundMe is set up for those who prefer online giving. This fund will be managed by Laura's sister, Robyn.
Fernando's Obituary:
Fernando Higareda Flores, age 47, of Abingdon, Va. and formerly of Oaxaca, Mexico, left us unexpectedly. He will always be remembered with the big smile and laugh that characterized him. You were our strength in the darkest times ~ there was no one like you. Fernando was a great husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, who will always live in our hearts.
He was preceded in death by his aunt, Maria Louisa Flores Jimenez; and mother-in-law, Wanda Pugh.
Fernando is survived by his wife of 14 years, Laura Elizabeth Pugh Higareda; madre, Irma Flores Jimenez; padre, Agustin Lazcano Garcia; hermana, Lorena Higareda Flores; hermano, Rene Lazcano Flores; hermana, Anali Lazcano Flores; aunts, uncles, cousins, and several special nephews.
A funeral ceremony will be held on Monday, November 29, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Abingdon United Methodist Church, 101 E. Main St., Abingdon, Va. 24210, with the Rev. Paul Seay officiating. Pallbearers will be Tate Pugh, Ryan Leadbitter, Guillermo “Peewee” Mendoza, Juvenal Palmeros, Eduardo Luciano Marquez, and James Walls. Dan Doherty will serve as an honorary pallbearer. A reception will be held on Monday from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will take place in Oaxaca, Mexico.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to defer the cost of final expenses, including transportation to Mexico with dignity.
Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com and signing the online guestbook. The family of Fernando Higareda Flores is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, Va. 24210 (276-623-2700).
We are gathering donations to ensure he is given the dignified memorial and burial he deserves without Laura having to shoulder the cost on her own. This cost includes the funeral expenses and transporting him back for a final kiss from his Madre and burial in Oaxaca, Mexico. Any amount beyond the funeral and transport cost will be used to cover any outstanding bills/other costs and then to support his family in Mexico.
Donations can be made directly to Farris Funeral Home by calling (276) 623-two, seven, zero, zero. This method avoids any transaction fees. However, this GoFundMe is set up for those who prefer online giving. This fund will be managed by Laura's sister, Robyn.
Fernando's Obituary:
Fernando Higareda Flores, age 47, of Abingdon, Va. and formerly of Oaxaca, Mexico, left us unexpectedly. He will always be remembered with the big smile and laugh that characterized him. You were our strength in the darkest times ~ there was no one like you. Fernando was a great husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, who will always live in our hearts.
He was preceded in death by his aunt, Maria Louisa Flores Jimenez; and mother-in-law, Wanda Pugh.
Fernando is survived by his wife of 14 years, Laura Elizabeth Pugh Higareda; madre, Irma Flores Jimenez; padre, Agustin Lazcano Garcia; hermana, Lorena Higareda Flores; hermano, Rene Lazcano Flores; hermana, Anali Lazcano Flores; aunts, uncles, cousins, and several special nephews.
A funeral ceremony will be held on Monday, November 29, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Abingdon United Methodist Church, 101 E. Main St., Abingdon, Va. 24210, with the Rev. Paul Seay officiating. Pallbearers will be Tate Pugh, Ryan Leadbitter, Guillermo “Peewee” Mendoza, Juvenal Palmeros, Eduardo Luciano Marquez, and James Walls. Dan Doherty will serve as an honorary pallbearer. A reception will be held on Monday from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will take place in Oaxaca, Mexico.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to defer the cost of final expenses, including transportation to Mexico with dignity.
Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com and signing the online guestbook. The family of Fernando Higareda Flores is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, Va. 24210 (276-623-2700).
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Laura Pugh's friends and family
Organizer
Abingdon, VA
Laura Pugh-Higareda
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