David E Fernandez, 56, of Salt Lake City, UT, passed away on July 20 2021.

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David was born in Long Beach, CA in December of 1964. In 1969 the Fernandez family moved to Pierre, SD where in 1983, David graduated from T.F. Riggs High School.

He is a 1987 graduate of South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, where he obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following graduation David relocated to Salt Lake City, UT and began a career in the aerospace and natural gas industries. He also is an alumnus of South Dakota Mines Triangle Fraternity.

An avid outdoorsman, the mountains of Utah and the surrounding areas afforded David the adventure and solitude that he loved. He enjoyed hiking, rock climbing, scuba diving, cycling, camping and fishing. David was also a world traveler, prolific writer and had a gift for capturing seemingly insignificant nuances of life and recognizing their true and deeper meaning. He was serious and intense, considered himself a philosopher and a poet, was a true friend and ally. He will be dearly missed.

David is survived by his brother Alfredo (wife Monica), nephews Anthony (wife Brooklynn), Agustus, and Annie his loyal canine companion. He is predeceased by his mother Blanca Rosa Fernandez.

A Celebration of Life will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m. on August 21st. Location for this celebration is Sugar House Park (1330 East 2100 South, Salt Lake City), Fabian Lakeside Pavilion.

Your consideration for donation to one of the organizations David supported is requested: Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, UT, Parkinson's Research or Ovarian Cancer Research.