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Angel O. Medina, age 68, passed away January 4, 2026, at his home in Riverview Florida.  He was born on November 8, 1957, to the late Angel and Iris Medina.

Born in Fort Dix, New Jersey, and raised in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.  He was a career soldier in the United States Army, and retired as a Command Sergeant Major (E-9).  He was known for his leadership, honesty and dedication.  After his retirement from the military, he began a career in IT at MacDill Central Command, working for companies such as General Dynamics and L3.  He enjoyed working on cars, Jet Skiing, playing percussion (Congas, Bongos), and most importantly he loved spending time with his family - especially his 8 grandchildren, who will always remember his gentle heart and playful spirit.

He is survived by his wife Nilsa, his daughters Stephanie (and her spouse, Fernando) and Nicole (and her spouse, Tommy), and his son Angel (and his spouse, Michelle), and his grandchildren Suhaley, Idalys, Joshua, Gaby, Isabella, Alexander, Addison, and Camila.  He was preceeded in death by his parents Angel and Iris, and his brother Hector.

We are holding a Celebration of Life for Angel on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home.  Visitation will begin at 1pm EST and the ceremony will begin at 2pm EST.  In lieu of flowers, Angel requested donations be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital, which was an organization close to his heart after his own battle with cancer.  You can donate in his honor at https://www.stjude.org/give/memorials-and-dedications.html?sc_icid=wtg-mm-memorial-giving