It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of a special lady, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister and friend, at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Thursday, October 23, 2014. Born in Maia, Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal. Beloved wife of 58 years to Jose D. Fernandes. Very loving and caring mother to Aurelina Smith (Gary), Sarina Kerr (Dave), John Fernandes (Debbie), Joseph Fernandes (Lorie), and Margaret Lunny (Peter). Vavo (Grandmother) to 8 special grandchildren, Tiffany Dustan (Dave), David Kerr, Joseph Fernandes, Cody Kerr (Kayla), Kathryn Lunny, Shaun Fernandes, Michael Lunny, and Robert Smith. Great-grandmother to Aliesha, Kayden, Colton and Abigal. Loving sister of Lourdes, Jose, Edward and Belmira. Ilda was predeceased by her parents Albertina and Joao Rodriques, sister Aurelina and brother John. Ilda will be sadly missed by nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours, extended family and friends. Friends may pay their respects at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division Street, Bowmanville on Monday, October 27th from 2