Robert Velez Jr. of Wantage, N.J., peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, with his family by his side. He was 43.
Robert was born on Aug. 6, l977, in The Bronx, N.Y., and lived in the Sussex-Wantage area all of his life. He was known as a jack of all trades to all that knew him. Robert possessed a smile that filled the room when he walked in and his laughter was contagious to everyone. He will truly be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, Kelly (Lepera); his cherished son, Ty Javier; his devoted parents, Roberto Velez and Lucy Maria (Luyando) Velez; and his dear sister, Daisy Velez.
Visitation and funeral services were privately held for Robert’s family and close friends at Pinkel Funeral Home, Sussex. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Karen Ann Quinlan Center of Hope Hospice, 99 Sparta Avenue, Newton, NJ 07461.