Emily Madison Velazquez, 14, of Sanford, Florida, became an Angel on July 3, 2022. Born in Longwood, she was a lifelong resident of Seminole County. She attended Sanford Middle School. She was our “Beautiful Warrior Princess” and our “Golden Child.”
Emily valiantly battled osteosarcoma (bone cancer) that spread to her lungs, for 2 years. We’ll miss her jokes, paintings, travel plans, wise advice, soft and calming words of hope, and hugs. Emily also loved swimming, driving her golf cart, music, cooking, and most of all… her 2 dogs (Bruce & Greta).
Emily was the most compassionate person you would ever meet and her smile always lit up the room. She taught us kindness, generosity and empathy. Our hearts are painfully shattered. Emily will live on in our hearts forever.
Emily is survived by her parents, Eddie and Marcela Velazquez; sisters, Angelina and Sarah; brother, David; grandparents, Nestor, Ruth, Carlos, Elba and Olga; her god mother, Gloria and numerous family members.
A visitation for Emily will be held Saturday, July 16, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Baldwin-Fairchild Oaklawn Chapel, 5000 County Road 46A, Sanford, Florida 32771.
A celebration of life will occur Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 1:00 PM, 5000 County Road 46A, Sanford, Florida 32771.
A committal service will occur Saturday, July 16, 2022 from 2:15 PM to 2:45 PM at Oaklawn Cemetery, 5000 County Road 46A, Sanford, Florida 32771.