A patient transport worker at Holy Name Medical Center in Bergen County, known for his pleasant smile and warm demeanor, has died of complications from coronavirus, the hospital said Friday night.

“It is with heavy heart, we announce the passing of Jesus Villaluz due to COVID-19 complications,” Holy Name hospital in Teaneck said on its Facebook page.

Villaluz, 75, worked for Holy Name in Teaneck for 27 years and was known for his generosity, the hospital said.

“He was a very special person to all of us and touched the hearts of anyone who was lucky to meet him,” the hospital said.

The statement said Villaluz once won a 50-50 raffle and instead of keeping the money, gave it all to his coworkers.

“Jesus and his unforgettable smile will be deeply missed,” the hospital said.

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Co-workers, patients and their families on Friday night took to Facebook where they remembered how Villaluz had touched their lives.

“I remember Mr. Villaluz as far back when my mother was hospitalized those many times, when I, too, was there those many times,” wrote Arlene Tierney. “What a kind and wonderful man.”

Co-worker Amabelle Daplin-Stech said she twice nominated Villaluz for employee of the year and was told that he had many nominations.

“I once asked him why he is always smiling and he answered that he likes his co-workers and he loves where he works,” she wrote. “Thank you, Jesus for the inspiration! May God bless your soul.”

New Jersey officials on Friday reported 4,372 new cases of coronavirus, bringing the statewide total to nearly 30,000 and 646 deaths.

It is with heavy heart, we announce the passing of Jesus Villaluz due to COVID-19 complications. Jesus was apart of our... Posted by Holy Name Health on Friday, April 3, 2020

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