Alexander "Alex" Velasquez

Alexander "Alex" Velasquez

Alexander Velasquez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Brien Funeral Home - South Boston on Oct. 9, 2025.

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Alexander Velasquez of South End Boston passed away at home surrounded by his family on September 12, 2025 at the age of 57. He was born in Boston on August 13, 1968 to Victor and Carmen (Garcia) Velasquez. Devoted father of Jean Valentin, Charlotte Valentin, Keyla Rivera, Xavier Velasquez, and Jeremiah Velasquez. Loving grandfather to Jolie DeLeaver and Xaven Velasquez. Cherished brother of Miguel Medina, Victor Velasquez Jr., Eriberto Velasquez, Maria A. Benitez, Wilfredo Velasquez, Carmen D. Velasquez and Eve M. Velasquez. He is also survived by his former wife, Maribel Rivera, with whom he remained close throughout his life.

Visitation will be at the O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St South Boston on Wednesday September 17th from 4-8pm and on Thursday September 18th from 9-11:30am. Followed by burial at St. Michael Cemetery in Roslindale. For directions and guest book please visit www.obrienfunerals.com

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