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1949
2022
Rafael Roman Molina, was born on November 11th, 1949 in Arecibo, PR, and passed on July 19th, 2022 in Clermont, FL. He is survived by his wife, Delia; his children Dabner, Naudiel, Cristina, and Katia; his grandchildren Makaylia and Tiago. He was an extraordinary man that made a profound impact on the lives he touched. His passion in life was helping others and loving his family. After graduating high school in Hatillo, Puerto Rico, he enlisted in the United States Army where he served in the Vietnam War as a member of the 1st Signal Brigade. Upon leaving the military, Rafael pursued his desire to help others by enrolling at the Medical School of Santiago de Compostela in Spain. He completed his medical degree at John Hopkins Hospital, then returned to Puerto Rico to work at the Regional Hospital and opened a private medical practice in Manatí. After serving in Puerto Rico, he was hired by the US Bureau of Prisons in the state of Michigan. Rafael then moved to Atlanta where he was promoted to Clinical Director at United State Penitentiary. He continued practicing medicine with the Bureau of Prisons for 14 years and ultimately joined the Department of Veterans Affairs in Clermont, FL where he served 5 years until his retirement in 2015. He will be forever missed.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating to one of Rafael’s most loved charities in his memory.
OCA at www.GoOCA.org
Puente Hispano, www.puentehispano.org
St. Judes Research Hospital at www.stjude.org
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17 Entries
Grace Acevedo
July 26, 2022
Mis mas sinceros respetos a la familia Román Molina; Rafa tuve la oportunidad de conocerte por tantos años reconocer el gran ser humano y noble ; gracias por darme la bienvenida a tu casa junto a mi esposo . Tu partida deja un gran vacío que jamás podrá llenarse; más solo con saber ser testigo de tu amor y fidelidad con tu familia tus sobrinos y mas que nada ese único y desprendido amor para tu única hermana .todos los días tu llama estuvo presente tu apoyo y ese amor que nada lo supera eres el hermano que uno desea tener. Hoy te vas físicamente a descansar pero sé que ese amor siempre rodeará a tus seres queridos. Gracias por darnos la oportunidad de conocerte y sentir tu nobleza Descansa en Paz .y vivirás siempre en nuestros corazónes prometemos cuidar de Madre Mayie Los ángeles te reciben donde siempre el sol está presente
Nikita May
July 26, 2022
To Cristina and her family, I am terribly sorry for your loss. Cristina always talked so highly about her dad when we were in college and worked together. I just wanted to share my condolences for your loss. Prayers &Wishes
Myrna Medero
July 24, 2022
Rest in peace tío, we will forever remember you with love.
Myrna Medero
July 24, 2022
Tío, I have such fond memories of you, even for the short space of time we shared.
You became my uncle once your parents took on my father at the age 11/12, who was an orphan whom your dad and mom opened their hearts and home too. As I get my father, Ismael, who is now 85 years old, to retell me the story, he forever is greatful for that extension of Love offered by Rafael Sr. And Rafaela.
You had a life full of accomplishments and were always meant for great things. I wish we would have spent more time and yet you were always the pride of my father who always spoke of you and my " madrina" godmother Maggie.
Our hearts go out to the full in sympathy and in joy for now he is with God in his everlasting home of Gold. ❣
Luis Pla
July 23, 2022
Un buen amigo siempre estará presente. Descansa en Paz.
Johanna Lopez
July 23, 2022
We worked together in FCC Coleman. He was a definite positive influence on many to include myself. Kind, humble, knowledgeable, funny, family man. He always spoke of his wife and kids to us staff.
We lost a great one and heaven gained an impacting soul.
Much respect and serenity prayers to Mrs. Delia, and family and all his friends, and comrades.
Rest easy Doc.
Maria Isabel Maldonado-Santti
July 22, 2022
My most sincere condolence to Rafaelito,Naudi &Tati. His wife Delia and the rest of the family. I have known Rafa since 1984 when he started at Bridgeport Hospital in Connecticut and received his first Fellow as an Internist in Medicine. The laugh of Dr. Roman was contagious and that is something we have to remember forever. Although it is sad to see him go we have to rejoice in the fact that he is resting in peace in the hands of the Lord. May all Rafa's children and the family find the same Peace Rafa is having now.
Reinaldo Medina
July 22, 2022
I remember Rafa since I was kid. What I remember the most is his laugh. He was always happy, and making everybody smile. He was a very inspiring and loving uncle as that’s exactly what he always was for me. He sure will be missed. I know he is with Don Rafa and Doña Rafaela in Heaven and they are all smiling and watching over all us. Miss them all very very much. Reinaldito
Nelson Arroyo
July 21, 2022
He was a humble , given person and no doubt he went to the present of the Lord
Amanda, Dustin, Nolan & Annabelle Stevens
July 21, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending you love and prayers.
Lydia Geney
July 21, 2022
My most sincere condolences to the family.
Margie & Maria Seda & Molina
July 21, 2022
So sorry for your loss and these challenging moments, keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Grace Acevedo
July 21, 2022
To a Evette Román Molina. Lovely and only sister by Rafael Molina have. I know your painfull to loose him; but we sure rest in peace my respect and condolences to all family
Grace A de Grana
July 21, 2022
To my family in law Delia ,son daugthers and family specialy to his only One lovely sister Evette Román , my respects and condolences at painful momentos.
GraCe - Grana friends
Ali Burch
July 21, 2022
To Nick and Kristin: We are thinking of you and your family, and are sorry for this tremendous loss. Sending love and hugs. Ali and Mehdi
Lillian M
July 21, 2022
The world has loss a great man, a fantastic physician, Rest In Peace my friend.
Minyatta Bell
July 21, 2022
My condolences praying for you and the family!!!
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