Angel L. Medina

Angel L. Medina, age 70, of Philadelphia, passed away on April 11, 2023, at his residence with his family at his side. He was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico on July 13, 1952, son of the late Angel and Maria Medina.
Angel was a hard-working dedicated family man. He spent over 30 years working for the city of Philadelphia. Angel was the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Prevention Partnership and founding member of the Latino Partnership Initiative which was the catalyst in the formation of multiple programs focused on helping communities in need around the city of Philadelphia including The Institute for African American Mobilization (IAAM) and United Northeast Neighbors (UNN). He was a member of Philadelphia District Council #47 as well as a member of The Board of Trustees at Mast Community Charter School. Even in retirement Angel was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. He enjoyed long rides on his motorcycle with his wife and making regular trips to Puerto Rico where he had a home and farm. Most of all he loved spending his free time with his family and friends.
He was the beloved husband of Minerva; married for over 37 wonderful years. Angel was the loving father of 6 children. He will be sadly missed by his wife, children, 13 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, many relatives, former co-workers, and by all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to Angel's Life Celebration, Tuesday; April 18, 2023, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Geitner Givnish Funeral Home 6230 N. 5th Street Philadelphia, PA 19120. His interment will be private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his name to the Fox Chase Cancer Center; 333 Cottman Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19111 or at https://www.foxchase.org/giving/how-to-give.
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