Former Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart Remembered as ‘Soldier for Freedom,’ Devoted Family Man at Memorial Mass
Hundreds of people gathered at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Miami to honor the life and legacy of longtime South Florida Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart. The former lawmaker, who died on Monday at the age of 70 after a battle with cancer, was a towering figure in the South Florida Cuban exile community and was loved by many.
A Lifetime of Service
Diaz-Balart was a public servant for nearly a quarter of a century and a leading voice against the Cuban dictatorship. His achievements will go down in history as a testament to his generosity in the community, according to his son, Daniel Diaz-Balart.
A Family Man
But amidst his many accomplishments, loved ones remembered Lincoln as a devoted family man. "I will miss everything about him," said his brother, Jose Diaz-Balart, a well-known NBC News anchor. "He was my teacher, he was a soulmate, he was an advisor, he was my brother."
A Soldier for Freedom
Lincoln’s brothers, Mario and Jose, praised his tireless efforts to fight for the freedom of others, particularly the freedom of Cuban political prisoners. "For those that were silenced, for those that were oppressed, and he did so with grace, honor, and dignity," Mario said. "A soldier for freedom," Jose added.
Tributes Pour In
The memorial Mass was attended by a who’s who of South Florida’s political and social elite, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush. Lincoln’s family sat in the front row, surrounded by friends and colleagues who had come to pay their respects.
Conclusion
Lincoln Diaz-Balart’s legacy will be remembered for generations to come, and his impact on the lives of those in the South Florida Cuban exile community will never be forgotten.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was Lincoln Diaz-Balart’s occupation?
- He was a former Congressman from South Florida.
- How old was Lincoln Diaz-Balart when he passed away?
- He was 70 years old.
- What was Lincoln Diaz-Balart’s cause of death?
- He died after a battle with cancer.
- What was Lincoln Diaz-Balart’s family like?
- He was a devoted family man and is survived by his wife, Cristina, and two children, including his son, Daniel.
