Jose R Zayas

Jose R Zayas

Jose Zayas Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Veterans Funeral Care on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Jose R. Zayas,77 of Tampa Florida, passed away August 10, 2024 at Tampa General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Jose was born on August 25th, 1946, in Coamo Puerto Rico. He was the son of the late Narciso and Rosa Maria (Torres), Zayas.
He grew up to be a man that would influence the lives of many. He will be sorely missed. Jose married his beloved wife Zulma (Velez) and
their union was blessed with the birth of their son, Ray Zayas, also of Tampa Florida.
Jose proudly served his country by enlisting in the United States Air Force on July 15, 1966 to July 31, 1986.
during which he advanced to the rank of E-7, and retired from distinguished active duty as a Master Sargent.
After his 20 year career in the United States Air Force, He was a singer for the Tampa Bay Opera.
Mostly, he was a loving husband and father and was loved by all of his family and friends. He will be missed.

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