Cesar was born in San Salvador, El Salvador in 1928. He was the only child of Benjamin P. Velasco and Amparo Velasco. He was raised and studied law in El Salvador. He then moved to Mexico City to attend Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico. There he majored in Diplomacy at the Facultad de Ciencias Politicas y Sociales. After completing his studies, Cesar went on to serve in several different posts for El Salvador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During his distinguished 35-year career he served in Antwerp Belgium, Miami Florida, Ottawa Canada, and Washington DC before retiring to Clearwater Florida in 1996.
Cesar was a remarkable man. He loved traveling. Whether by plane, boat, or car he was always ready for a new adventure. These adventures took him all over the world, gaining knowledge that he relished sharing with his family and friends. He also loved sports; as a student athlete he played basketball, was on the swim team, and was a serious soccer fan. He would eagerly await the World Cup soccer matches every 4 years.
Cesar’s life was filled with love. He was adored by his four children, ten grandchildren, six great grandchildren and numerous friends. He loved taking his family on excursions, his favorites being parades and trips to Disney and Busch Gardens. In his final years he especially enjoyed visits from Scarlette, his grandson’s dog. His unique spirit and zest for life left a deep impression on everyone lucky enough to cross his path.
Cesar is survived by his wife Dorothy Velasco; his children Patty Arias, Sandra Velasco, Evelyn Velasco, and Eddy Velasco; his grandchildren Patty Cordon, Armando Arias, Jennifer Curry, Vicky Mayen, Rafique Balagam, Anisa Balagam, Nicole van Vonno, Roberto Velasco, Christina Velasco, and Catalina Velasco; and his great grandchildren Diego and Gabriel Cordon, Isabel and Rodrigo Mayen, Jack and Josephine Curry; and many beloved cousins, in-laws, friends, and neighbors, all of whom will cherish their memories of Grandpa-Tata.
A Funeral Mass is scheduled for April 8, 2019 at 2:00 PM at Espiritu Santo Catholic Church in Safety Harbor
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