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

Masks will be required for everyone attending services.