Rafael Villa Velasquez Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Rafael Villa Velasquez of Tampa, Florida. Rafael, born on April 17, 1965, passed away on July 4, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Rafael for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Rafael’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Rafael Villa of Colorado and Fabiola Velásquez; his wife Jeny Patricia Villa; and his children, María Fernanda Villa, Sophia Andrea Villa and Camilo Andrés Villa.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that those wishing to honor Rafael's memory consider making a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a cause that was very close to his heart.
