Mary Margaret Ortiz

Desert Hot Springs - Born on March 29,1957 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was the youngest daughter of Anthony and Bernice Kusmitch's 5 children. Mary passed away suddenly on the morning of January 27, 2021 at her home in Desert Hot Springs, CA. Her loving husband of 41 years, Alfred Ortiz, passed away one week after her. She leaves behind a daughter Danielle Ortiz, a son Anthony Ortiz, a granddaughter Isabella Ortiz, four siblings; Kathleen, Rosemary, Veronica (Ken), and Richard (Joni) and their children; Allison (Richard), Brian, Ashley (Mark) and their children along with her stepchildren; Katherine (Chelsea, Maddy), Michelle (Christopher, Derek, Mariah, Matthew) and Al and many cousins, aunts,uncles and friends.

She was a loving wife, mother, sister and a devoted friend to many who were lucky enough to be touched by her beautiful, kind and giving spirit. Her joyful soul will be greatly missed by her family.

Memorial services to be held at a later date, which will be posted.

Arrangements by Rose Mortuary in Desert Hot Springs, Ca. 1(760) 251-7673

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Published by The Desert Sun from Feb. 12 to Feb. 16, 2021.

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Jamie Scheinrock

February 8, 2025

Mary, I lit some candles the other day for you and Alfred. I think of you both daily. I miss going over to your home to visit. And a time I think of often is when you would pick Danni and I up from summer school so you could take us to Moreno Valley to play summer league soccer. And every week when we got to your house you would make us mac and cheese with tomatoes. She'll noodles. It was delish. I moss that meal. I miss all the times I spent with you and the family. I miss you. Give Alfred a big hug for me. Love you.

Rosey

February 7, 2025

My dear baby sister Mary, I miss you so much sweet girl! You left us too soon and I miss seeing you and hearing your beautiful laugh. You were always there for me when Larry passed and all your visits were so cherished. God bless you for being my beautiful sister. I still talk to you every morning and evening. Until we see each other again, I love you.
Rosey

Sincerely, The Grauel Family

February 24, 2021

We had the privilege of volunteering with Mary and her students after school for several years. She truly cared for her students and was kind and patient. We send heartfelt condolences to her family. We will hold her and her husband in our prayers.

Kathy Kusmitch

February 16, 2021

I don't know how many times I have wanted to call or talk with her. My baby Sister is gone and it was so fast. I didn't want it to be her; but she was gone.
She loved us all her family, her husband(who also died a week later), the kids and her granddaughter. She loved everyone around her; she had a fondness for animals from the very beginning, she would play dress up with them and they never minded. She was and is a very precious lady and will live fondly in my thoughts and my prayers. Be at peace. love ya.

Rosey

February 15, 2021

My dear sweet baby sister, how badly we miss you. You were such a light in this world and so many in the family depended on you. Our hearts are broken and we want you to know that you were our treasure that we had for too short a time. Every memory of you is precious and we know you are with your dear husband Al. Oh how you loved your family and did everything for them. You will always be in our hearts my dear baby girl. I love you so very much.

Rosalie Mendieta Coyazo

February 14, 2021

Mary was an excellent cook, learning how to cook whatever Freddie loved. She would make homemade sees candy. Mary was dedicated to her family. Our Ortiz family loved Mary & are by heartbroken by these unforseen circumstances. May God bless her family & comfort them.

Lauren Roos

February 14, 2021

I had the honor of working with Mary for three years. Her love for her family and the patience and dedication she showed every day to our students was demonstrated every day. Her kindness and sweet spirit will be truly missed.

Rebecca Hansen

February 13, 2021

Mary was an amazing person! She was a giving soul, who put everyone else's needs before her own. She was a steady support in the classroom and her students loved her! I am so blessed to have known her for 24 years! RIP Mary! You will be missed!!! I hope you and Fred are getting to hang out with our friend Liz once again!

Michelle ungaro

February 13, 2021

Mary (mom)was a great person who had lots of patients for us kids,she was a loving person,great listener, cook, I will truly miss her with all my heart i love you rest in peace

Jamie scheinrock

February 13, 2021

Jamie Scheinrock

February 13, 2021

Mary was one of a kind. A true spirit. She had a heart of gold. I was blessed to know her and the Ortiz Family the past 26 years. She was a caring, kind and gentle person who helped so many, including myself. I will always hold a place in my heart for Mary and she will be deeply and forever missed. She and Alfred welcomed me into their home and their family with open arms and I will forever remember and be grateful for all they did for me.

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