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John Ort Obituary
Born in Buffalo, NY, son of the late Richard S. and Helen L. (Baker) Ort, he grew up in Buffalo prior to moving to Portsmouth, RI and residing in Little Compton for the past 12 years.
He was an electrical engineer for Raytheon in Portsmouth for 30 years. Mr. Ort was a member of the Little Compton United Congregational Church and was active in Little Compton town government serving as chairman of the Budget Committee and Pension Committee and also as treasurer of the Republican Town Committee. He enjoyed woodworking, photography and hiking, but most of all enjoyed spending time with his children and family.
Including his wife, survivors include a son: Richard J. Ort of NH; a daughter: Jennifer C. Ort of DE; a step-son: Thomas C. Toupin of E. Providence, RI; a step-daughter: Brooke M. Toupin of Tiverton; a brother: James R. Ort of Orchard Park, NY; and 2 grandchildren: Finn Toupin and Tagel John Ort.
Memorial service to which relatives and friends are invited will be Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at the Little Compton United Congregational Church at 10:00 A.M. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Hudner Oncology, St. Anne's Hospital, 795 Middle St., Fall River, MA 02721. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.potterfuneralservice.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the POTTER FUNERAL HOME, 81 Reed Rd., Westport.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Ort
Jen Ort
September 19, 2008
Miss you Dad
Pam Reynolds
September 17, 2008
To John's family: May your happy memories of John help you thru this difficult time. John will be remembered by all.
Zib Burns
September 17, 2008
my deepest sympathy to Debbie and the Ort family
Kevin & Marcy Ort, Katherine Ort, Aidan and Madison McCluskey
September 16, 2008
I'm very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy goes to the family in this difficult time.
Cheryl Meegan
September 16, 2008
Loving thoughts to Debbie, her children and the loving family of John during this time of loss. His memory brings smiles and reminders of how he loved life....his adoration for Debbie and his family...and he and Deb sure threw a great cookout...The best I've ever been to..so thanks John..thanks Debbie. Warmest thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Steve Clark
September 16, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Ort family in this very difficult time. John and I worked together at various times over 20+ years at Raytheon. John was a good person and brought may wonderful qualities to the work place. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
William and Jean Ort
September 16, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to Deborah and the Ort family on their loss. We have fond memories of John during his childhood years in Buffalo. Our prayers are with John and all who knew and loved him.
Linda Cambra
September 16, 2008
John was one of the nicest people I knew. He was kind and fun to be with. I will include John in my prayers.
Tim Caffarella
September 16, 2008
Please accept my condolences. I worked with John over the last few years and he was fun to work with. I miss him and I know he will be missed by many. May God Bless You in your time of loss!
David Baum
September 16, 2008
I considered my self John's friend as we worked together during his last two years at Raytheon. He was a strong man with a strong will. He enriched my life as a mentor. Semper fi!
Ronny Kaye
September 16, 2008
My profoundest sympathies for the Ort family. John was an authentic man with a good heart. I enjoyed being his teammate at Raytheon during the time we had together. His character and courage are a model for me and others. Peace.
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