He was born in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico. He was the second oldest of 9 children. He relocated to New York City in 1950, where he met and married Julia Rondon on June 27, 1953. He lived and worked in the Bronx, retired to Deltona, Florida and returned to live in Westchester. He is survived by his children, Lizabeth and Angel, his daughter-in-law, Judy and his grandson, Peter.
Visiting hours will be at Whalen & Ball Funeral Home on Friday August 16th from 2-5pm with a religious service at 4pm. Final disposition will be private.