Mr. Marrero is predeceased by his beloved wife, Margarita, survived by his five children: Nelida Moran, (wife of Martin Moran), Rafael Jr. (husband of Nancy Marrero), Margarita (Margie) Marrero, Rosa Lopez (wife of Juan P. Lopez), and Maribel Rivera (wife of Ismael Rivera). He also leaves behind 10 Grandchildren, Juan Lopez, Richard Otero, Daniel Marrero, Ceferino Lopez, Raul R. Lopez, Ines M. Badillo, Rosanna Lopez, Ismael Rivera Jr,Joel Marrero, and Maribel E. Catala. Six great-grandchildren, Vanessa Lopez, Jayden Lopez, Richard B. Otero, Penelope M. Otero, Aiden Marrero and Zoey Marrero.
Rafael was an Army Veteran of the Korean War, he was honorably discharged. He grew up in Yauco, P.R., and the eldest of 15 children. He is predeceased by his parents, Martin and Ramona Marrero. His successful career can be directly attributed to his work ethic and his natural mechanical ability. His attention to detail was legendary. He was a resident of Newark,New Jersey. He took pride in the fact that he always gave back to the community in some way shape or form. Rafael retired after the passing of his wife Margarita and moved to the state of Florida, where he lived for 19 years.
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