Victor A. Velasquez, aged 67, passed away on December 12 , 2024. He was a man whose generosity knew no bounds. He had devoted his life to the service of others. He always put others needs above his own. He was a beloved father, husband, brother and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Victor was born on August 29, 1957 in Slaton, Texas. He lived in Lubbock, Abilene and Irving. After Graduating from MacArthur High School in Irving , he joined the army. He then joined the Abilene Police Department for 4 years and then spent the next 34 years with the University Park Police Department until his retirement in 2017. Throughout his career he was known for his kindness, generosity and professionalism.

Victor and his first wife, Tina Oller (deceased) had met in high school. They had 3 children and lived in Irving. She was a travel agent, so they had lots of trips across the U.S. and to other countries.

Victor met his current life partner while working at UPPD. They have been together for 34 years and just last year they went to Las Vegas and married in a private ceremony.

Victor divided his time between his homes in Texas and Mississippi. He liked to spend time watching TV comedies, working in the yard and listening to music. He loved spending time with his sons Andrew and Elliott. They enjoyed Rangers and Cowboy games, music, concerts, playing pool, bowling, dominoes and card games. They enjoyed traveling and visiting casinos, too.

Victor is preceded in death by his parents, Nicolas Velasquez and his mother Mary Arellano Jenkins.

Victor is survived by his wife, Lisa, his sons Andrew and Elliott, daughter Malia (Jason) Byers and 2 grandchildren, Nico and London. His sisters Elizabeth (Freddy) Chavez, Alice (Jeff) Hagemann, brothers David and Donald Polk. Lisa's children, Serena and David (Jeff) and all his friends. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, Dec. 19th at Colonial Funeral Home Chapel. The service will be live-streamed. Please return to this portion of Victor's obituary for the live-stream link which will be available ten minutes before services. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTczNDU1MjA1NjM0MTg3NCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

He will be buried at the National Cemetery, Dallas, TX at a future date.