Lucille Fernandez Colliers
December 14, 1925 ~ May 28, 2026
Born in:
Union, South Carolina
Resided in:
Weirton, West Virginia
Lucille Fernandez Colliers, 100, of Weirton, WV, passed away peacefully at her home on May 28, 2026.
The matriarch of her family, Lucille, was a pillar of wisdom, strength, love, and guidance to all who knew her. Born on December 14, 1925, in Union, South Carolina, she was one of twelve children born to the late Henry and Sillar Jeter Pendergrass, Sr.
Lucille devoted her life to caring for her family. A loving homemaker, she took great pride in her home and especially enjoyed cooking and washing clothes, which she continued to do up until March of this year. For 17 years, she worked in the housekeeping department at Weirton Medical Center, prior to undergoing quintuple bypass surgery more than twenty years ago, Lucille will long be remembered for her kind heart, independent spirit, and unconditional love for others. She loved everybody, was well liked by all who met her, and possessed a remarkable ability to listen and offer wisdom. As a strong and determined woman, she successfully raised six children on her own while teaching them the importance of education, responsibility, and perseverance.
Her family was the center of her world. She never missed a child’s school event or a grandchild’s sporting event and found her greatest joy when her grandchildren and their friends gathered at her home. She always wanted to know what was happening in the lives of those she loved and was never afraid to lovingly set someone straight if she believed they had gotten off track.
In her free time, Lucille enjoyed shopping, visiting flea markets, and traveling. She especially enjoyed trips to Canada and Las Vegas. Independent to the very end, she continued driving well into her nineties.
In addition to her parents, Lucille was preceded in death by her first husband, Lawrence Fernandez; her daughters, Mary Fernandez Smith and Michelle Colliers Bridges; her granddaughter, Brandy Bridges; her brothers, William “Bill,” Robert, Henry “Jr.,” and Hugh Pendergrass; and her sisters, Anna Mae Spencer, Hazel Dawkins, and Mabel Stevens.
She will be remembered with love and admiration by her sons, Larry and Lawrence Fernandez; her daughters, Dorrina Colliers and Benita Birden; her brothers, Paul (Norma), James and Richard Pendergrass; her sister, Dorothy Lee; her sister-in-law, Ruth Pendergrass; her thirteen grandchildren, Erran Fernandez (Andre) Smith, Troy (Briana) and Tiffany Fernandez, Terrence (Diana) and Travis (Tanika) Smith, Tara (Godfred) Gordon, Tamekia (Clayton) Smith, Brandon and Sedeedi Colliers, Precious Barnett, Gary Roseberry, Jaymie and Julius Johnson, along with 15 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate Lucille’s life on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 10:00 AM until the time of services at 12:00 Noon at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home.
Her grandson Terrence will preside over the services.
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Services
Visitation: June 9, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
www.grecohertnick.com
Celebration of Life: June 9, 2026 12:00 pm
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Larry and Lawerence so sorry to hear about your mom, praying for your family
Wonderful woman. Heaven has gained another angel. Praying for your family.
Larry and Lawrence & family,
Sorry for your lost. God has received another angel. I will miss your mother’s your smile. She was an amazing woman.
Larry and families: As we spoke a couple months ago, no matter how old they are still our moms. We are so deeply sorry for your loss and will be in our prayers.
I worked with Miss Lucille & her sisters Anna & Dot at WMC. She was a beautiful, kind person. We all had a lot of laughs together. I’m very sorry Dot!
Deepest sympathies on the loss of you mother. May she rest in peace. Ted and Becky Bouyoucas.
I grew up in Weirton West Virginia and my memories were of her were always a sweet smiling mother and adult we had great respect for! I extend my sincerest condolences to the family and prayers that the good Lord comforts all in the name of Jesus Christ!
My deepest sympathies to you all !
Ma Lucy was one beautiful person always smiling. My Moms n Ma Lucy were both in Union South Carolina (
In these days of sorrow, know that you’re not alone. You are in our prayers and the hearts of those who care.
Blessings and Love
Terry & Nita Galberth
Prayers and condolences to the family. Mrs Lucy was a beautiful person, inside and out. She had a smile that made u smile. We always hug and talk when I seen her. She will be truly missed. God got another Angel. RWG 💘
Aunt Lucy has one of the biggest hearts and brightest smiles I knew, I heartbroken to hear the news. She will be missed. Sending my condolences amd lifting you all up in prayer
Larry, Lawrence, Dot, and the families, i am sending prayers for all of . I remenber her from working at the hospital you
Larry, Lawrence, Dot, and the families, i am sending prayers for all of . I remenber her from working at the hospital. Love to you all.
I’ve had the utmost privilege to know her grandson Terrence. He had always spoke so sweetly of his grandmother. I could tell by the way he had spoken of her that she was a beacon of light in her entire family. I am sure she instilled many of the wonderful attributes she possessed to Terrence, a person I am so pleased to call my leader, a confidant, and a friend. For all the wonderful things he had said, I am sad we could not have met her and experienced the experience of knowing her for ourselves. I am sure that you will Rejoice in paradise. To say that I am sorry for your loss would not be adequate in the least. I hope your family finds comfort in the joyful memories you can share.
-With love
Dennis, Melissa, and Madeline Jones
Pittsburgh PA
Sincere Condolences to the family of Ms. Lucy Fernandez Colliers. She was an absolute gem. Her face always had a warm beautiful smile. As I reflect on the many great memories in regards to this wonderful lady I can honestly say she exhibited warmth, kindness, and great wisdom. She had a wealth of knowledge. She has walked her walk. She has made her journey into Gods Kingdom. She will be met by the angels with outstretched arms welcoming her home into the Kingdom. Rest in peace Ms. Lucy. You are truly loved and respected.
Sorry for your loss. Lucille was a wonderful person to know.
Heartfelt condolences to the entire family of Mrs Lucille (Lucy) Colliers. I called her to wish her happy birthday. We talked and laughed. I said I use to come to her house and play on engle Street. She said yeah when she lived on Baker Street. I said I was one of Street ahead. Her mind was sharp. She was a beautiful woman.
The West Family
Deepest sympathies to the family
Sincerely,
Cynthia Coons ( Gilliam)
To the Family:
Absent from the body, but present with the Lord!
Ms Lucy lived and preached her own funeral by the life she lived. It is up to us to live, the same kindness, respect, love that she instilled and demonstrated.
Thank you Ms. Lucy! And thank God for you.
Love,
The Tucker, Turner,and Good ‘s families
My condolences to Larry and Lawrence and the family and friends. She was a beautiful woman with a heart warming Spirit. I will treasure knowing her. Rest in Jesus Ms Lucy🙏🏽💞
Heartfelt prayers and condolences to the family of Mrs Lucy Fernandez Colliers. Your lives were blessed beyond measure and so were all who crossed her path in this life. God Bless You All.