Sgt. Elder Neves Fernandes, 23, of Brockton, died Tuesday, August 25, 2020, in Temple, Texas. He was the beloved son of Ailina (Neves) Fernandes and Eugenio Fernandes. Funeral from the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont St., (Rt123) Brockton on Saturday, September 5th at 9:00AM followed by a funeral mass in St. Edith Stein Parish, 71 East Main St., Brockton at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow in Melrose Cemetery, Brockton. Calling hours in the Russell & Pica Funeral Home on Friday 4:00PM-8:00PM. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Sgt. Elder Fernandes Scholarship Fund, Harborone#1101476636 C/O Cape Verdean Association of Brockton, 525 North Montello St., Brockton, MA 02301. ************************* COVID-19 Funeral Home Capacity Restrictions******************** Russell & Pica Funeral Homes Guidelines when attending a funeral wake/service. All visitors must wear a MASK in the funeral home and on the funeral home property. All visitors will be advised by Funeral Home Staff on what Building Entrance to Use. All visitors will then follow SAFE DISTANCING MARKINGS that will guide to the Casket/Urn. All visitors may pause at Casket/Urn and then EXIT the Funeral Home. All visitors when returning to their cars will please exit the property to allow others to enter. All visitors will be able to greet family members from a safe distance but not able to touch. The Russell & Pica Funeral Home appreciates everyone that is helping to support your loved ones and friends during their most difficult time. ******************************************************************************************** HIGHLIGHTS FULL-LENGTH