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Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend visiting hours for Jose Acosta, on Friday, January 19th from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. in the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea, A funeral service will follow the visitation at 7:00 P.M.
Se invita a familiares y amigos a asistir a las horas de visita de José Acosta, el viernes 19 de enero de 5:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. en la Funeraria Welsh, 718 Broadway, Chelsea, Un servicio funerario seguirá al velorio a las 7:00 p.m.
Jose passed away on Friday, January 12th at the Massachusetts General Hospital. He was living courageously for several years with a rare form of bone marrow disorder. He was 56 years of age.
Born and raised in Guayubin Monte Cristi, Dominican Republic, he was one of six children born to the union of Jose Alvarez and Dolores Acosta. He began his formal education in the DR and at a young age was recognized as a young baseball prodigy.
A left-handed pitcher with exceptional talent, Jose's presence on the baseball field was a symbol of victory and skill. Whether he was pitching or at bat, his prowess was undeniable. His ability to control the game from the mound and his powerful batting made him an inspirational figure in the sport. His love for baseball extended into softball, where he continued to exhibit his remarkable athletic abilities, becoming a local legend in the community.
He was married to Guarina Garcia in 1985 and began to raise two sons, Brayar and Clemente, in the DR, later welcoming the birth of his third son Nayib in the US. In his later years, he was blessed with a fourth son, Jose Acosta, who is currently 9 years old.
In 1988, he was signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates and brought his young family to the U.S. He played minor league baseball for the next 5 years and was a Triple "A" Relief Pitcher with the California Angels and Pirates. With his professional baseball career behind, he settled with his family in Chelsea and worked for many years in manufacturing at Mystic Bedding in Medford. More recently, Jose worked at La Econimica as a cook in the kitchen, he also assisted in the bodega, stocking shelves, and helping customers. He retired from work 3 years ago due to his declining health.
In his lifetime, Jose enjoyed playing softball and cooking. Without being asked, he would make unique and special dishes, surprising family and friends with their favorite meals. His many acts of generosity were numerous and mostly all kept private. He would give food and clothing to people who he felt were in need, even if it meant he would have to sacrifice for himself.
He is most fondly remembered for his charismatic personality, his giving and forgiving nature, never speaking ill of anyone, and always finding something positive in every situation.
Jose is survived by his former wife and dear friend Guarina Garcia. He was the devoted father of Brayar "Brian" Acosta and his fiancé Yuri Gonzalez, Clemente Acosta and his wife Tatjana, Nayib Acosta, and Jose Acosta all of Chelsea. Cherished grandfather of Arijana, Amaja, and Dion Acosta. Dear brother of Carlandra, Nena, Josefina, Melania, and Binche Acosta, all living in the Dominican Republic, and the late Chicho Acosta.
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José falleció el viernes 12 de enero en el Hospital General de Massachusetts. Vivió valientemente durante varios años con una rara forma de trastorno de la médula ósea. Tenía 56 años de edad.
Nacido y criado en Guayubin Monte Cristi, República Dominicana, fue uno de los seis hijos de la unión de José Álvarez y Dolores Acosta. Comenzó su educación formal en la República Dominicana y a una edad temprana fue reconocido como un joven prodigio del béisbol.
Un lanzador zurdo con un talento excepcional, la presencia de José en el campo de béisbol era un símbolo de victoria y habilidad. Ya sea lanzando o al bate, su destreza era innegable. Su habilidad para controlar el juego desde el montículo y su poderoso bateo lo convirtieron en una figura inspiradora en el deporte. Su amor por el béisbol se extendió al softbol, donde continuó exhibiendo sus notables habilidades atléticas, convirtiéndose en una leyenda local en la comunidad.
Se casó con Guarina García en 1985 y comenzó a criar a dos hijos, Brayar y Clemente, en la República Dominicana, y más tarde dio la bienvenida al nacimiento de su tercer hijo, Nayib, en los Estados Unidos. En sus últimos años, fue bendecido con un cuarto hijo, José Acosta, que actualmente tiene 9 años.
En 1988, fue firmado por los Piratas de Pittsburgh y trajo a su joven familia a los Estados Unidos. Jugó béisbol de ligas menores durante los siguientes 5 años y fue lanzador de relevo Triple "A" con los Angelinos de California y los Piratas. Con su carrera en el béisbol profesional detrás, se estableció con su familia en Chelsea y trabajó durante muchos años en la fabricación en Mystic Bedding en Medford. Más recientemente, José trabajó en La Economía como cocinero en la cocina, también ayudó en la bodega, abasteciendo los estantes y ayudando a los clientes. Se retiró del trabajo hace 3 años debido al deterioro de su salud.
A lo largo de su vida, a José le gustaba jugar softbol y cocinar. Sin que se lo pidieran, preparaba platos únicos y especiales, sorprendiendo a familiares y amigos con sus comidas favoritas. Sus muchos actos de generosidad fueron numerosos y en su mayoría todos se mantuvieron en privado. Daba comida y ropa a las personas que sentía que estaban necesitadas, incluso si eso significaba que tendría que sacrificarse por sí mismo.
Se le recuerda con cariño por su personalidad carismática, su naturaleza generosa y perdonadora, nunca hablar mal de nadie y siempre encontrar algo positivo en cada situación.
A José le sobreviven su ex esposa y querida amiga Guarina García. Fue el devoto padre de Brayar "Brian" Acosta y su prometida Yuri González, Clemente Acosta y su esposa Tatjana, Nayib Acosta y José Acosta, todos de Chelsea. Querido abuelo de Arijana, Amaja y Dion Acosta. Querido hermano de Carlandra, Nena, Josefina, Melania y Binche Acosta, todos residentes en la República Dominicana, y del difunto Chicho Acosta.
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