Belen Velez, age 93, of Zephyrhills, Florida passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Belen was born on July 17, 1930 in Comerio, Puerto Rico. Belen went on to live in Chicago, New York City, Terryville, Connecticut, and Kissimmee, Florida.
Belen worked for the NYC Board of Education for many years. Later on, she worked alongside her husband Victor M. Velez in his Medical Laboratory located in Connecticut. After, Belen's retirement she and, her husband moved to Kissimmee, Florida and, lived there happily for over 30 years.
Belen is survived by her Daughter; Arlene (Angel), her stepdaughter; Marilyn (David), and her stepson; Victor Jr. She was blessed with 5 grandsons, 4 granddaughters, and 10 great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her daughter Miriam (Steve).
Belen and Victor loved to travel. They traveled to Spain, Mexico, Honduras, and Puerto Rico. Belen attended her Church in Kissimmee, Florida for many years and loved the Lord with all her heart. Belen is survived by her adoring husband Victor, of 46 years, who took loving care of her until the Lord called her home.
A visitation for Belen will be held on Monday, April 8, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Wells Memorial Funeral Home, 1903 W. Reynolds Street, Plant City, Florida, 33563, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. She will be laid to rest at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida.
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