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Lesley J. Fernandez, 60, formerly of Northvale, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Joseph E. and Joan E. (nee D\u2019Allesandro) Fernandez. Loving sister of Joseph S. Fernandez and his wife, Crystal, cherished aunt of Jennifer, and the late Joseph G., and especially Mom to Diggity. She is also survived by many loving relatives and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesley worked as a Special Education Teacher for the Bergen County Special Services program for 25 years, but her true profession was Professional Sunbather. Lesley\u2019s favorite place in the entire world was Pennsylvania Avenue in Lavallette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visiting hours are Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 3-5 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lesley\u2019s memory to Valley Program in Norwood, NJ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.pizzifuneralhome.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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