Osvaldo "Ovi"

Garcia

With heavy hearts but also with a spirit of celebration for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Osvaldo "Ovi" Garcia at the age of 65, who left us on Saturday, August 30, 2025, after a sudden illness. Born on February 17, 1960, in Santa Clara, Cuba, he was the cherished son of the late Osvaldo M. and Juana D. (Alvarez) Garcia. In 1967, the family made their way to Chelsea, Massachusetts, where Ovi would later cultivate a rich life full of love, family, and community.
Ovi graduated from Dom Savio High School in 1979 and dedicated himself to his family, raising two sons and one daughter with unwavering devotion. He spent 30 years working for Schnitzer Metal Recycling in Everett, retiring in 2021 as a respected lead man and machine operator. His robust work ethic and commitment to excellence were matched only by his affection for his family, friends, and hobbies.
A longtime resident of Chelsea, Ovi spent the past two decades in Revere, where he created lasting memories with his beloved family. He reveled in the company of his grandchildren, enjoyed following professional sports, participating in games of chance, and indulging in classic western films. An avid athlete, he played in both the Chelsea Modified Softball league and the Latin American Softball league, leaving a legacy of camaraderie and sportsmanship among his friends and teammates.
Ovi is survived by his devoted children: Dominic Garcia and his wife Denise Hernandez of Danvers, April Garcia of Chelsea, and Miguel Nieves of Peabody. He is also remembered by his dear sister, Ana Hernandez and her husband Jorge of Chelsea, and cherished uncle to Jacquelyn Baker and her husband Joshua, and Alexander Hernandez. As a proud grandfather, he will be lovingly missed by Dante, Deanalee, and Destiny Garcia, Angelique, Alexis, and Ariel Rodriguez, as well as his late grandson, Devin Garcia.
Ovi's family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate his life and legacy at a memorial service to be held on Friday, September 12, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea. A private inurnment will take place at a later date, honoring his memory in a way that reflects the love he embodied throughout his life.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that contributions be made in Ovi's name to American Heart Assoc., 93 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481.

https://www.heart.org/en/get-involved/ways-to-give

Let us come together to celebrate the joyful spirit, laughter, and warmth that Ovi brought into our lives. His love will forever resonate in our hearts as we honor a truly remarkable man.