Obituary of Rafael Velez

Rafael Velez, age 74, currently of Bridgeport, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on Thursday, October 15, 2015 at Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT. He was born in San German, Puerto Rico, son of the late Rafael Velez and the late Milagros Villalobos. He is the beloved husband of Julia E. Gomez. In addition to his wife he is also survived by his son Rafael Velez, Jr.; his daughter Elizabeth Velez; his six grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends whom will dearly miss him. Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Monday, October 19, 2015 from 7-9 P.M. at the Funeraria Luz de Paz, (Peaceful Light Funeral Home), 426 E. Washington Ave., Bridgeport. CT. Funeral services have been scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2015 beginning at 10:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home followed by his interment in Park Cemetery, Bridgeport, CT. An online register book and memorial page has been established where you may share your thoughts, memories, prayers, pictures and so much more and is found EXCLUSIVELY at www.luzdepaz.com.