Angel D. Nieves Feliciano, 102, of Peñuelas, Puerto Rico, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026, in Chambersburg, PA.
He was born on April 16, 1924, in Peñuelas, Puerto Rico, to the late Adela Velazquez Feliciano and Tito Nieves.
Angel was a devoted educator who dedicated 30 years of his life to teaching elementary school students. He served as a teacher at Tavares Elementary School in Ponce, Puerto Rico, before retiring after a distinguished career in education. He earned a master’s degree in education, specializing in teaching fifth- and sixth-grade students.
A man of many interests and talents, Angel enjoyed playing baseball, reading, dancing, and reading poetry. He had a deep interest in history and was known for his love of learning and education. His dedication to his students and his lifelong commitment to knowledge were important parts of the legacy he leaves behind.
Angel also proudly served his country in the United States Army from July 8, 1943, to April 18, 1946. He attained the rank of Technician Fifth Grade and served as a Gun Crewman with Coast Artillery 608 with Company E. 65th Infantry Division, Puerto Rico WW2. During his military service, he received the World War II Victory Medal, American Theater Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, five Overseas Service Bars, and the Marksman M-1 qualification.
Angel was preceded in death by his beloved spouse, Anna Fournier, and his parents, Adela Velazquez Feliciano and Tito Nieves.
He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Nieves Gomez, Son-in-Law, C.Luis Gomez Ruiz, grandsons Jesus A. Gomez Nieves, Luis Nathaniel Gomez Nieves and great-granddaughter Harley Eleonor Gomez Nieves, who will carry forward his memory and legacy.
Angel will be remembered for his dedication to education, his love of history and the arts, his service to his country, and the many lives he touched throughout his 102 years.
Funeral and Burial Services will be held at a cemetery in Peñuelas, Puerto Rico. Additional details regarding the services will be announced by the family.
Angel D. Nieves Feliciano lived a long and meaningful life, marked by service, education, family, and a lifelong love of learning. May he rest in eternal peace.
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