1946 - 2025
OBITUARY
Carlos Burgos passed away peacefully in the early hours of January 31st, 2025, at 11:56 am at Mount Sinai Hospital. He was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, brother, and friend during his remarkable 78 years.
Carlos was born on July 3rd, 1946, in Humacao, Puerto Rico, to Ines Flecha and Justo Burgos. As the oldest sibling, he grew up with 11 sisters and 2 brothers. At the age of 14, he began working as a mechanic in Puerto Rico, becoming a father when his firstborn, Mayra Burgos, arrived. Carlos later moved to New York to start a new life. He learned the value of hard work and took on any job available to him, including working as a cutter for a seamstress, a food delivery truck driver, and a housekeeper at LIJ for over 20 years until he retired.
On July 29th, 1965, he married his wife, Clara Burgos, and they remained inseparable for over 60 years. Together, they had two children, Charlie and Linnette. As the head of the household, Carlos worked diligently to provide for his family, ensuring they always had a roof over their heads and food on the table.
Throughout his life, Carlos lived in various parts of New York City before settling in a well-known home in Queens Village. Initially, he lived in Spanish Harlem, where he met Clara. After their marriage, the couple moved to Brooklyn, where Charlie was born. They later bought a house on the dead end of 221st Street as their family grew. Linnette gave birth to four children: Angelique Valle, Ivelisse Valle, Melissa Valle, and Gianna Aponte. Over time, two great-grandchildren, Annelise and Greyson, entered the world, becoming Carlos's pride and joy.
Carlos enjoyed playing music, dancing, making jokes, and playing dominos with his son and cherished cousins, who were like brothers to him. He also loved watching wrestling, baseball, and crime shows. Above all, he cherished the time spent with his family, helping to raise his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
As a strong patriarch, Carlos also served as a father figure to those who lacked one, guiding his grandchildren and, at times, his great-grandchildren to become strong, independent, and kind individuals. His kindness was unparalleled, exemplified by his willingness to give the shirt off his back to someone in need. He would selflessly share what little he had, even if it was just a few dollars.
Carlos embodied the spirit of a true miracle—a man who made everything possible, not just through his strong will, but through his selflessness for those he loved. Even in his final days, he wanted nothing more than for his family to prosper after he was gone. He will forever live in our hearts, and we will miss this beautiful human with all our might.
May he rest in peace and soar high in heaven.
Carlos is preceded in death by his parents, Ines Flecha and Justo Burgos; his brothers Wilfredo and Peri; and his grandson, Cano.
VISITATION
Monday, February 3
2:00 - 4:30 PM & 7:00 - 9:30 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Tuesday, February 4
9:45 AM
Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church
92-96 220th Street, Queens Village, NY
INTERMENT
Pinelawn Memorial Park
2030 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY