Nelson Fuentes Sr. of Conyers, passed away on February 16, 2021, at the age of 77. Born on January 3, 1944, in Cartagena, Colombia, he was a charismatic hardworking entrepreneur and businessman, starting up multiple businesses over the years. He was a loving family man, protecting of his family and friends and of deep Catholic faith. When he was not working on his business ventures, Mr. Fuentes enjoyed reading, listening to music, and being a great storyteller among friends and family. Mr. Fuentes was preceded in death by his parents, Rafael and Amelia Fuentes; sister, Nancy Grau; brother, Rafael Fuentes.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Yolanda Fuentes; children, Monica Maldonado, Yoli and Todd Smith, Hannia Duncan, and Nelson and Milena Fuentes; grandchildren, Veronica Maldonado-Torres, Rafael Jr. Maldonado, Andrew Smith, Nicholas Smith, Gabriella Duncan, Isabel Duncan; great-grandchildren, Sebastian Torres, Katalina Torres, Caroline Smith, Harper Smith; as well as other loving family members.
A Memorial Mass for Mr. Fuentes Sr. will be held Saturday, February 20, 2021, 1:00 P.M., at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 2621 GA-20, Conyers, Georgia, 30013 with Father Juan Areiza officiating for immediate family and close friends only. The memorial mass will be video streamed via the St. Pius X Catholic Church Social Channels. Please visit the Church website for links so family and friends near and far can attend and honor his spirited life.
In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Mr. Fuentes' beloved parish St. Pius X Catholic Church and the American Heart Association- Metro Atlanta.
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