Alejandro Velasquez

Alejandro Velasquez obituary, Salt Lake City, UT

Alejandro Velasquez

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Alejandro Velasquez Obituary

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Nuestro Amado Pastor Reverendo Alejandro Velasquez fallecio pacificamente el Domingo 7 de Septiembre 2025 en su casa en Centerville Utah. Pastor Alejandro Velasquez nació el 28 de Febrero 1952 en San Miguel, El Salvador a Santos Perez y Adela Velasquez.

Pastor Alejandro Velasquez conocio al Señor Jesucristo a los16 años de edad. Su encuentro con Jesus fue transformador que lo llevo a dedicar su vida al servicio de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo y guiando a otros al conocimiendo de Jesus, En El año 1971 conocio a su esposa Maria Alicia Rodriguez con quien contrajo matrimonio y procrearon 5 Hijos, Isaac Velasquez, David Jonathan Velasquez, Alejandro Velasquez Jr, Dina Gloria Flores, Anthony Gudiel Velasquez. Pastor Alejandro toco muchas vidas a traves de los años . su sabiduria, compassion, y su dedicacion alcanzo lo mas profundo de los corazones de quien lo conocian. Su amor al projimo fue su fuerza ante la adversidad y obstaculos de la vida. Siempre tenia palabras de aliento y animo y un consejo sabio para quien lo necesitara.

Como Padre fue amoroso y compasivo, guiando a sus hijos al conocimiento de el Evangelio y enseñandoles la compassion y amor al projimo. Como ser humano sufrio y sintio la pena de perder a su esposa en el año 2002 y a su hijo Mayor Isaac Velasquez en el año 2019, sin embargo permanecio como un pilar de fortaleza y fe para su familia y su comunidad.

No hay suficientes palabras para empezar a describir al Pastor Alejandro, siempre estaba penzando en los demas y nunca dudo en ayudar a otros. El siempre tuvo una buena actitud en la vida, aun cuando su salud habia decaido tuvo una manera bondadosa de alcanzar y conectar con las personas en formas positivas.

Pastor Alejandro Velasquez Dedico su vida al servicio de Dios en su pais Natal El Salvador, sirviendo como misionero y pionero de muchas obras, en 1979 se translado a Los Estados Unidos y continuo su obra de servicio al Señor en Los Angeles California por un largo periodo de tiempo, en 1994 se translado con su familia al Estado De Utah donde vivio y trabajo en la obra del Señor hasta aver Coronado. Hay muchas personas en su vida que le amaron y le amaran por siempre.

Pastor Alejandro Velasquez fue precedido en la muerte por su amada esposa, Maria Alicia Velasquez; su hijo, Isaac Velasquez: Su Padre, Santos Perez; Su Hermana, Silvia Velasquez y su nieta, Alicia Micaela Flores. Le sobreviven sus hijos: David J Velasquez, Alejandro Velasquez Jr, Dina Gloria Flores, Anthony Gudiel Velasquez.

También le sobreviven sus hermanos, Santos Perez, Felipe Velasquez, Manuel Sierra, Hilda Galeas, Maria Velasquez, Abigail Sierra. Deja un legado de 21 nietos y 2 bisnietos que llevarán Adelante su legado de amor,entrega y fe por generaciones futuras.

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Our Beloved Pastor, Reverend Alejandro Velasquez peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at his home in Centerville, Utah.

Pastor Alejandro Velasquez was born on February 28, 1952, in San Miguel, El Salvador, to Santos Perez and Adela Velasquez.

At the age of 16, Pastor Alejandro encountered the Lord Jesus Christ. This life-changing experience led him to dedicate his life to serving our Lord and guiding others to know Him. In 1971, he met his wife, Maria Alicia Rodriguez, with whom he married and had five children: Isaac Velasquez, David Jonathan Velasquez, Alejandro Velasquez Jr., Dina Gloria Flores, and Anthony Gudiel Velasquez.

Throughout the years, Pastor Alejandro touched countless lives. His wisdom, compassion, and dedication reached deep into the hearts of those who knew him. His love for others gave him strength in the face of adversity and life's challenges. He always had words of encouragement, comfort, and wise counsel for those in need.

As a father, he was loving and compassionate, guiding his children in the knowledge of the Gospel and teaching them compassion and love for others. As a man, he endured great loss, including the passing of his beloved wife in 2002 and his eldest son, Isaac, in 2019. Yet, he remained a pillar of strength and faith for his family and his community.

There are not enough words to begin to describe Pastor Alejandro. He was always thinking of others and never hesitated to help. Even when his health declined, he carried a kind and positive spirit that uplifted and connected with people in meaningful ways.

Pastor Alejandro Velasquez dedicated his life to serving God in his homeland of El Salvador, working as a missionary and a pioneer of many ministries. In 1979, he moved to the United States, where he continued serving the Lord for many years in Los Angeles, California. In 1994, he and his family relocated to Utah, where he lived and faithfully worked in God's service until his final day. He was deeply loved by many, and his memory will be cherished forever.

Pastor Alejandro Velasquez was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Maria Alicia Velasquez; his son, Isaac Velasquez; his father, Santos Perez; his sister, Silvia Velasquez; and his granddaughter, Alicia Micaela Flores.

He is survived by his children: David J. Velasquez, Alejandro Velasquez Jr., Dina Gloria Flores, and Anthony Gudiel Velasquez. He is also survived by his siblings: Santos Perez, Felipe Velasquez, Manuel Sierra, Hilda Galeas, Maria Velasquez, and Abigail Sierra. He leaves behind a legacy of 21 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, who will carry forward his legacy of love, service, and faith for generations to come.

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3348 South 275 East

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4567 South Redwood Road, Taylorsville

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