I remember at 10 years old when my uncle took me to the world fair in New York. He was more than an uncle to me and I treasure the laughs and memories. I adored him and think of him often. I know in my heart he’s in a better place!

Having loved my uncl like a father I heck so many memories that I will always treasure with him. The one that connes to mind was visiting supermarkets in Woodbridge with him and uncle Ray when we laughed so hard that uncle Hector couldn’t breathe and turned beet red. It is so memorable as we were always laughin at something. 

I will always love him.

Jose Arroyo

Tio Hector you will always be in my heart and thoughts.May you rest peacefully and watch over me and your nephews.I love you and you will be missed immensely.I will always remember all the parites that we had both at my house and yours.Always a loving and  caring uncle with a bright spirit and you loved your Christmas music for sure.Till we meet again love your niece -Jasmine

Hector & Ervin  a friendship of a lifetime ❤️

Amor de mi vida vivirás siempre en mi corazón.

Señor Vélez, que nuestro creador lo tenga en  su Gloria. Lo recordaré siempre con su sonrisa tan linda y feliz cuando entraba cada año a la oficina a realizar sus documentos fiscales.
Y yo aprovechaba ese tiempo para escucharle sus historias tan bonitas de su tierra natal, de su adorada esposa y lo orgulloso que se sentía de tener una hija muy cariñosa y exitosa.. 
Descanse en paz, en la Gloria del señor ❤️🙏

My uncle Hector was a man full of love with an enormous heart. He was more than an uncle to me; he always received me with a hug and a smile and reminded me his home was mine as well. I always teased him that I was his favorite so I self proclaimed it and he just smiled and nodded LOL I dont have words to express the void that I feel in my heart he was one of a kind. To say I will miss him is an understatement. My favorite thing to observe was his love for Merc!  

One of my favorite photos of Hector, at a New Year’s Eve party.  Hector, loved music I remember hearing  him whistling to the songs he liked. One of his favorite songs was, “El  Prendedor” by the Trio Los Condes. RIP, my dear friend.  You will always be in my heart.
Maritza

There are no words to describe Hector.  He will leave a space that can not be filled. He was a father to my children, if he was with them or around them, I knew they would be cared for. He loved music, there was laughter in the home my aunt and he created. He was an example of a Father figure. I lack expression describing him…..  

RIP my beloved & favorite uncle! You will never be forgotten by one of your favorite nephews Edgardo, my wife Eneida and your nephews Edgardito, Ernie, Eric & their respective families.

Will remember you always! Your nephew,
Edgardo Vega Vélez & family 


Mi beloved Uncle Hector was like a father to me. I’ve never forgotten my visit with him to the 1964 World’s Fair and the many laughs I shared with him. I’ll miss you Tio, and I know you are in a better place. I will always love you.

Jose Arroyo

OBITUARY

Hector M. Velez

May 23, 1937 – December 24, 2021

Caballero Rivero Woodlawn South & Woodlawn Park Cemetery South

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