Fans and Family Honor Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela at Los Angeles Funeral

The beloved pitcher, known for his humility and iconic 'Fernandomania,' was celebrated at a public Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.

Fernando Valenzuela, a legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher, passed away on October 22 at the age of 63 from an undisclosed illness.
The public funeral Mass was held at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, drawing fans, family, and former teammates to honor his legacy.
Valenzuela was remembered for his remarkable career, including winning both the NL Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year in 1981, the only player to achieve this feat in the same season.
Known for his humility and connection with fans, Valenzuela's impact extended beyond the baseball field, especially within Los Angeles' Latino community.
His death coincided with the Dodgers' World Series victory, during which he was honored with a flowered cross next to his retired No. 34 jersey at Dodger Stadium.