Juan Velazquez

Juan Velazquez obituary, Ridgewood, NY

Juan Velazquez

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Juan Velazquez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Seneca Chapels Burial & Cremation Services on Nov. 14, 2025.

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Juan Velazquez, age 87, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2025. He was born February 18, 1938, in Mayaguez, PR.
Johnny, as he was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. All who knew him referred to him as a jokester as he aimed to leave you with a smile on your face and laughter in your heart.
He is survived by his daughters, Yvette and Jeannette, and his grandchildren, Jennifer, Alexandria, Wilfredo, Daniel, and Roberto. He is predeceased by his wife, Norma.
The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Seneca Chapels. Burial will follow on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at All Faiths Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

18

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Seneca Chapels LTD

494 Seneca Ave., Ridgewood, NY 11385

Send Flowers

Nov

19

Interment

11:00 a.m.

All Faiths Cemetery

67-29 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, NY 11379

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.