Alfonso Cortinas Obituary

Name: Memorial service for Alfonso Cortinas
Start: 2020-03-18T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Perches Funeral Home-East - El Paso

Alfonso Cortinas

El Paso - May 14, 1946 - February 24, 2020

El Paso native Alfonso Cortinas passed away on February 24, 2020 at the age of 73.

A Bel Air High School graduate and retiree from the Huntsville Correctional Institution Division, Al was a caring father, brother, uncle and grandfather. He was a Vietnam War Veteran with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1966 - 1972 and honorably discharged as a Sergeant E5. He earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Service Medal (with 4 stars), Vietnamese Campaign Medal (with device), Presidential Unit Citation, Combat Action Ribbon, and Good Conduct Medal.

Alfonso is survived by his son Adrian and wife Monica, and daughter Claudia Cortinas. Grandchildren include Bobbi, Ayana, Logan, Adrian Jr., Adam and Ian and great grandchildren Adalyn and Nico. Surviving siblings include Felicitas Alvidrez, Rafael and Luis Cortinas and Martha C. Ramirez.

A Memorial Service will be held at Perches Funeral Home located at 2280 Joe Battle Boulevard El Paso, TX 79938 on Wednesday 3/18/20 with Viewing at 10:00 a.m. and Rosary at 12:00 p.m. An Honors burial at Ft. Bliss Cemetery will follow at 2:30 p.m.

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Published by El Paso Times from Mar. 14 to Mar. 17, 2020.

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Susie Nichols

March 26, 2020

Poncho was a great Uncle and friend. After my Dad (his half brother) died he came over to visit my Mom and me frequently. He was always so funny we had a great time building my Mom's dog a dog house. We never got the pitch on the roof of the dog house right and every time we saw the house we just broke in laughter because we knew it wasn't right. He taught me how to use a hammer correctly, I've never forgotten that. I moved away and I didn't keep in touch and that really saddens me but I will never forget the fun times and the love I felt being with him. I thank my heavenly Father that He gave us the gift of friendship and family may God Bless you always. Love you forever.

To the family.....I am sorry I was not able to attend the service I had pneumonia and thought it best not to travel or be close to the family especially during the pandemic. May God comfort you and may you find solace in the memories. I will be praying for the family.

Jaime Franco

March 24, 2020

Hey Poncho-I can't believe it. You were an awesome friend from Bel Air. We use to hang around at night after the football games. Always admired your calm demeanor. Always sure of yourself. Your Mom always treated us (friends) as part of the family. Last time we hung out was at a concert at the coliseum, before you left for the service. Martha was there also. Every time I pass by Yarbrough and North Loop I always think of you. We are praying for your beautiful family at this time of sorrow. Your grandkids will carry your legacy. From one Highlander to another, and from one Veteran to another-God Bless You Brother. Rest In Peace . Jaime Franco 915-355-1883

Mario Lara

March 22, 2020

It was an honor to work with you at the Sanchez unit. I had no idea you were a fellow Marine and VIetnam veteran. May you rest in peace.

Stephanie P.

March 22, 2020

RIP, forever in the arms of our lord..

Maniel B.

March 20, 2020

Mr. Cortinas was a loyal,funny and great friend.He had a great sense of humor and he will do whatever he could to help other people.Im sorry that i never had the chance to tell him that.I will miss him.god bless him and his family.

Martha

March 20, 2020

Al was full of life he brought laughter to all gatherings. He enjoyed his fishing trips & always declared a bigger catch then the previous trip. He was a beloved brother who will be dearly missed. May he rest in Eternal Peace. Love your sister Martha

Lorenzo Valadez

March 17, 2020

It was a pleasure working with you Cortinas. May God grant you the eternal peace you deserve.

Mike Casey

March 17, 2020

Mr. Cortinas,
Sir, as a fellow Marine I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service and sacrifice-first for our Country when you served with the USMC in Vietnam and later for the citizens of Texas when you served with the TCDJ. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC 85-89

Me & Dad...

CLAUDIA CORTINAS

March 16, 2020

My dad with my boys, Adam & Eyan.

CLAUDIA CORTINAS

March 16, 2020

CLAUDIA CORTINAS

March 16, 2020

RIP DAD. REGARDLESS OF OUR RELATIONSHIP, I LOVED YOU. WE'LL MISS YOU, ESPECIALLY ADAM. HE LOVED VISITING YOU AND LISTENING TO ALL YOUR WAR STORIES. YOU WERE HIS WAR HERO.

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