Jose Anibal Negron

Jose Anibal Negron, born on April 17, 1928, left his loving wife of 58 years, Nelcy, to answer the Lord's call on April 15, 2011, at the age of 82. Jose was a selfless, generous, gentle spirit totally devoted to God and his family. US Army Retired Sergeant First Class Negron served the US Army in Korea, Germany, and Vietnam during the period of 1950 to 1971. He was awarded the Purple Heart during combat infantry service in Vietnam. He was actively involved in St. Michael's Catholic Church serving in many roles, including their Knights of Columbus chapter, for the past 40 years.

He was a dedicated father, husband, brother, friend, with a host of nieces, nephews, and other friends who loved an respected him. Survived by his children, Jose, Edwin (Lori), Jorge (Nancy), and Eric (Monica) and grandchildren: Joseph, Alisa (Chris), Chris, Jackie (Shane), Heather (Clay), Clint (Danielle) and Erin, and great-grandchildren: Jackson, Emerson, Austin, and Tyson. He will be greatly missed.

A wake will be held on Sunday, April 17, 2011 from 4:00-9:00 p.m with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m, at Hixson Funeral Home. A Catholic mass will be held on Sunday, April 18, 2011 at 11:00 a.m at the St. Michael's Catholic Church in Leesville. Interment will follow at Rowe Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Leesville.