Obituary of José Fernández

[ edit ]

José Fernández

José Delfín Fernández Gómez (born July 31, 1992 in Santa Clara, Cuba) was a baseball player who was best known for being a pitcher for the Major League Baseball (MLB) team, the Miami Marlins starting 2013. José died on September 25, 2016 and his death was because of a boating accident resulting blunt trauma. He died very young at age 24.

Please help us remember the life of José Fernández by contributing to his obituary, his family tree, funeral, burial, his birth, family, career and death in the sections below.

[ edit ]

José Fernández Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Fernández, José
    • Common Name: José Fernández
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Santa Clara, Cuba
    • Birth Date: July 31, 1992
    • Age: 24 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Niño
    • Occupation: Baseball Player
    • Net Worth: $2.5 million
    • Nationality: Cuban
    • Favorite Food: Yoplait Yogurt
    • Favorite Color: Cyan
    • Favorite Scent: English Laundry Oxford Bleu
    • Favorite Actor: Dwayne Johnson

    José's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: José Delfín Fernández Gómez
    • Father: Ramón Jiménez,
    • Mother: Maritza Fernández
    • Sister(s):
      • Yadenis Jimenez
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Alejandra Baleato Marichal (married 2012-divorced 2014)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Penélope Fernández Arias

Death Notice:

  • Date: September 25 2016 at age 24
  • Place: Miami Beach, Florida, United States
  • Cause of Death: Accident (Boating Accident-blunt trauma)
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held on September 28, 2016
  • Interment: Cremated and ashes scattered at sea on October 2, 2016

Category Tags:

Baseball PlayerCuban Born on July 31st Born in 1992 Died in 2016 Died at age 24 Died from Accident

Quotable Quotes:

"In Memoriam, José Fernández, lamented as one of the most significant writers of Hispanic Americana. Aged 96, he died surrounded by those he loved. Let us continue his journey into the electronic age, and toast his memory with contributions to all he left behind. –Scott M. Shapiro (V)"

"José Fernández's captivating passion for baseball and remarkable talents on the field will forever be remembered and celebrated by all those fortunate enough to witness his incredible journey. (V)"

"José Fernández was a highly talented and accomplished MLB pitcher who tragically lost his life at a young age due to a boating accident. (V)"

Is Mr. José Fernández still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

Recent Deaths:

Eva Marie Saint
Died January 19th, 2026 in ,
Brigitte Bardot
Brigitte Bardot
Died December 28th, 2025 in Saint-Tropez, France
James Ransone
Died December 19th, 2025 in Los Angeles, United States
Gil Gerard
Died December 16th, 2025 in Rural, United States
Rob Reiner
Died December 14th, 2025 in Los Angeles, United States

More Celebrity Bios:

Nolan Ryan
Born: January 31st 1947 in Refugio, United States
Babe Ruth
Born: February 6th 1895 in Pigtown, Baltimore, United States
Cory Lidle
Born: March 22nd 1972 in Hollywood, United States
Sandy Koufax
Born: December 30th 1935 in Brooklyn, United States
Ralph Kiner
Born: October 27th 1922 in Santa Rita, United States

Related Links:

Community Comments:

Be the first to comment on José's obituary.


Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-12-31 08:43:04
Author: Stan
Confirmation: José Fernández on Wikipedia


Contact Us  Terms of Use  Privacy Policy