Alfonso Cortinas

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...

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....

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.

RIP, forever in the arms of our lord..

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.

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

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

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