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CRISTINA ORTH Obituary

ORTH, CRISTINA, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and teacher. Went to heaven on July 10, 2012 to join Dad, Maria, Tia Gisela, Bisa, and other dear family members who preceded her. For three years she fought a courageous battle against a cruel cancer with indomitable spirit and Christian fortitude. Cristina was a dedicated teacher for 25 happy years at Rockway Elementary School, in Miami. We were thankful for having her in our lives. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday July 17, 2012, 6pm to 8pm at Bernardo Garcia Funeral Home: 8215 Bird Road Miami, FL 33155. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her memory to her favorite charity St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 1-800-822-6344 View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Jul. 15, 2012.

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Diana Schultz

July 9, 2024

My dearest friend. You are so missed. I think of you all the time and what a wonderful human being you were. Thank you for you and for being such a bright light in my life!!! Love you forever!!

Angie Ross

July 9, 2024

I can´t believe you´ve been gone for 12 years. I think about you quite often. I miss you my friend. I hope you´re in Heaven dancing with the angels.

Doug & Jen Mejia

July 9, 2024

Wow! Has it really been 12 years? We still talk about you and your wonderful heart at least on a weekly basis. So many amazing and funny stories. The world has been a little bit dimmer since 2012. We still miss you but know we have you up there watching out for us. We love you.

Kristina Carlstrom

January 1, 2024

She was one of my favorite teachers and I was blessed to have her 3 times during those years. I remember her telling me she loved my name...lol it's Kristina. I can still hear her singing "Wind beneath my wings" during lights out, quiet time.

July 15, 2013

My dearest friend you are always in my thoughts and prayers. And now as I face another dark hour as my beloved husband passed away yesterday , I still feel your voice of wisdom in my mind telling me that I can do this...and to be strong...thank you, thank you, you will always be in my heart!!! Love you forever!!!

Johanna Calderon

July 10, 2013

I can't believe that today marks a year. You are still in my thoughts and I truly miss you!!! Rest in peace, my friend!!

Rose

October 4, 2012

You were my favorite teacher in Rockway. I would always have fun in your class. You were the best teacher ever. Lots of love and prayers for the family

alex nino

September 19, 2012

heard bout it soo sad best teacher ill miss u reste in peaste ily miss orth <3

Stephanie Vila

August 11, 2012

You were the most amazing teacher I've had! You will never be forgotten.. you made a big impact in many lives. Lots of love and prayers to your family, miss you!

Lissandra Sotolongo

August 8, 2012

Ms. Orth, you were my favorite teacher at Rockway. I learned so much in your class and have so many amazing memories. You will be very missed!!!!
Lots of Love and Prayers to your family for losing such an amazing woman.

jackie trujillo

August 5, 2012

thank you for always helping me in school i miss you and lot i remeber all he good times like hellowin :)i miss u <3

Carolyn Beers-Lay

July 21, 2012

We miss you very much. Thank you for being such a dear friend to my mom all these years. You were always there for her and that means more than you'll ever know. You touched many lives in your short time here. We will never forget you!

Lots of prayers for your family and friends

p.s. I still have the beanie babies you gave me when I was younger :)

Gladys Hernandez

July 19, 2012

There are no words to express the sadness in my heart. You were such a blessing and anyone that knew you is a better person because of you.
I will always treasure our 25 years of friendship and love.
I will never forget you...

Sisi Livermore Peterson

July 19, 2012

I will always remember sharing many school year memories together at little St. B and big St. B. Rest in peace, dear Cris and may your family and friends find the strength they need to grieve their tremendous loss.

Ida Frederick

July 19, 2012

I am sorry we didn't get to have those cosmos.... but now you are having the party of a lifetime, sweet friend. I will always remember your sparkle and courage. Now you know, what a gift you are to me, because I know God told you.....
Siempre amor parati, mi amiga
Idaxo

Doug & Jen Mejia

July 19, 2012

Cris, There are no words to say how much we will miss you. We were blessed to have you in our lives and will miss your beauty. You are now at peace and we know you will be watching over all of us. You will forever be missed and will always hold a very special place in our hearts. We love you.

Barbie Marchante

July 18, 2012

Cris,
You once gave me a card that said,"You were blessed to be my friend." I think you got that wrong, I was blessed to be your friend. We will see each other again, until then I will smile at you each time I look up at heaven.

July 18, 2012

Ms Orth:
You will always be remembered, you were very special and loved. Rest in peace in God's Kingdom, free like the angel you are.
You are always on my prayers.
Elsa Bulnes

Lise Landry Alives

July 18, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Orth family. May you find peace in your memories.

I wish I could have been there for the memorial, I am sure it was lovely.

Brian Belis

July 18, 2012

Cris you will be missed a special and sweet person.

Lise Landry Alives

July 17, 2012

I will miss you Cris! These fragile time just slipped us by...

Ileana Cabrer

July 17, 2012

May your heart and soul find the peace and comfort you deserve. We will never forget you and the battle you so bravely fought.

Mike and Lydia Nina

July 17, 2012

A “diet coke” salute to a special lady. Thank you for your creative mind and strong demeanor. All the children you taught appreciate the fact you were able to override and overcome all school politics and idiosyncrasies; you followed them in your own special way so that the children learned despite them. Our hearts will always hold a special place for you.

Mike and Lydia Nina

July 17, 2012

A "Diet Coke" salute to a special lady. Thank you for your creative mind and strong demeanor. All the children you taught appreciate the fact the you were able to override and overcome all school politics and idiosyncrasies; you followed them in your own special way so that the children learned despite them. Our hearts will always hold a special place for you.

Nelsa Olayon

July 17, 2012

You are and will always be a special Angel that really and truly loved our kids. Thank you for all that you did. We will forever miss you. The Olayon Clan.

Johanna Calderon

July 16, 2012

My friend,words can not express how much you will be missed. I love you dearly!!!!

Lydia Gimenez

July 16, 2012

Miss Orth,my granddaughters, Evy and Cassie Ninawere lucky to have you as their teacher and I received the caring & resoect that yuo gave me while I volunteered at R. Elem. You'll always be in our hearts. Abuela, Lydia Gimenez

Rachel Ross

July 16, 2012

Ms. Orth, you will be truly missed. You were an amazing teacher and an amazing person. May God bless you and your family <3

Angie Ross

July 16, 2012

Cris, I am at a loss for words to express the great sadness i feel right now. You touched so many lives with your exceptional kindness, generosity and genuine love for others. I will miss you, my friend...

Alicia Guerra

July 16, 2012

Cris, you were my teaching partner for 15 years, but more than anything, you were a great friend. We always stood by each other in those good and not so good times. I know you will keep watching over me. I will miss you so much!! Love you.

Veronica Gonzalez

July 16, 2012

Ms. Orth, words cannot express how much you mean to me and my family. My sister was in your first class as a teacher and ever since that day you invested your time, dedication, and love to the three Gonzalez girls. Thank you for inspiring me to be a kind and caring teacher. Your memory lives deep within our hearts. We love you.

Silvia Carrera

July 15, 2012

Your kindness touched many lives. I treasure the memories of the times we taught and shared together. We had so much fun... What a blessing to have known you!

javier fernandez

July 15, 2012

our amazing teacher you will always be in our hearts and will forever be missed!

Maria Fernandez

July 15, 2012

We will all miss ORTH; she touched so many of our lives and our hearts, she was one that deserved the A+ for being that special TEACHER that we all will keep in our hearts. May you rest in Peace. We love you Maria Fernandez

Diana Oshesky

July 15, 2012

I can't say good-bye to you...my heart has a void in it and I miss you so much. Your life journey was so short but you touched so many lives! Thank you for being my friend and thanks for being part of my life! Love you forever!!!!

Raquel Rojas

July 15, 2012

You will always live in our hearts and prayers. Our angel and inspiration….

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