Inocencio Fernandez Rivera

Inocencio Fernandez Rivera, age 75, of New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital, with his loving family by his side. He was the cherished husband of Zoraida Santiago.

Born on April 11, 1951, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Inocencio was the beloved son of Inocencio Fernandez and Esperanza Rivera. He had worked as a landscaper for many years.

Inocencio is survived by his loving wife, Zoraida Santiago; his children, Julio Fernandez, Inocencio Fernandez and William Fernandez; as well as his grandkids, daughters-in-law, and loving family.

Arrangements are by Perry Funeral Home, 111 Dartmouth Street, New Bedford, MA, which provides convenient facilities including a lighted parking lot and wheelchair access for attendees.