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Paul Velez - Class of 1978

Submitted by Pauline Rute Hall 1952 <Grammypgh@aol.com> on 29/May/2016
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    Paul D. Velez born to Pablo and Betty Velez on May 15, 1960. He found his way back home to where it all began on May 27, 2016. A native of Newburgh NY, Paul was known to many as chef Pauly. Paul was a graduate of NFA in 1978. After his graduation he went on to become a chef and a graduate of the culinary institute of America in 1980, he then obtained his master’s degree in teaching from New York institute of technology in Long Island NY 2003. Paul was preceded by his mother Betty Rodriguez and brother James (Jimbo) Velez. He leaves behind many nieces and nephews including two that he help raised Auggie and Christina Rivera. He is survived by his sister Betsy Velez Tolliver, her husband Michael Tolliver; brothers Frank Matos, Peter Velez and his stepmother, Elsa Velez. Paul touched many hearts with his kindness and sense of humor. He took great joy preparing many delicious dishes for family and friends whom enjoyed his work and art as a chef. Paul perfected his craft as a chef at many restaurants including the el San Juan hotel in Puerto Rico, the monster at Fire Island NY, the Beau Rivaled in Balmville, NY and the Ship Lantern Inn in Milton, NY. His final place of employment was at the Mount Saint Mary College, located in Newburgh, NY. Paul enjoyed gardening and decorating his home, especially at Christmas time. He put the Wepa in Wepa he loved being a Puerto Rican. No doubt he will be missed by his family and friends.

Paul's celebration of life will be held at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh NY, Thursday June 2nd between 11- 2 pm. Committal will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, 93 Union Avenue, Newburgh NY, followed by a small gathering TBA.

Arrangements under the care of Brooks Funeral Home. To send a personal condolence, please visit www.Brooksfh.com or call 845-561-8300.

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