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Text	Click on the Print ICON to print this article <div class="died"> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:small"><img alt="" src="https://cdn.tukioswebpro.com/fh_live/18500/18534/images/obituaries/9551341_fbs.jpeg?cb=20260213162152" style="border-style:solid; border-width:10px; float:left; height:200px; margin:10px; width:200px" /></span></strong></p> <p>Colonel Héctor Pérez Lebrón was born January 14, 1936, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and passed away February 3, 2026, in Caguas, Puerto Rico, at the age of 90.</p> <p>Colonel Pérez Lebrón rendered 35 years of faithful and honorable service to the United States Army. Throughout a career that included service during the Vietnam War and assignments around the world, he distinguished himself as a leader committed to Soldiers, mission accomplishment, and the highest standards of professionalism. His service was recognized with numerous awards and decorations, including the Legion of Merit and the Bronze Star Medal.</p> <p>Those who served with him remember a disciplined officer who led by example, valued competence, and believed in taking care of people. He represented the qualities long associated with the Army Finance community — precision, integrity, and quiet dependability — earning the respect of peers, subordinates, and commanders alike.</p> <p>After retiring from active duty, Colonel Pérez Lebrón continued a life of service as Associate Dean at Vincennes University, where he mentored students and helped shape future leaders. His commitment to service also extended into his community through volunteer work supporting charitable causes, including fundraising for SADCO, Cystic Fibrosis research, and scholarship programs for underprivileged youth through Kiwanis International.</p> <p>A devoted Catholic, his faith guided both his professional conduct and his personal life. In his later years he divided his time between Boston and Indianapolis, remaining closely connected to family while enjoying his favorite teams, the Indiana Pacers and Indianapolis Colts.</p> <p>He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norma Iris Pérez.</p> <p>He is survived by his children: Héctor Anthony “Tony” Pérez, Noris Mary Pérez, Francisco Javier Pérez, and Claris Cecilia MacDonald (Robert Paul MacDonald), and his grandchildren James Robert MacDonald and John Hector MacDonald.</p> <p>Colonel Pérez Lebrón leaves behind a legacy of service, character, and dedication that reflects great credit upon himself, the United States Army, and the Finance Corps. He will be remembered with respect by those who had the privilege to serve alongside him.</p> </div>
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