Chicopee, Massachusetts
Zachary N. Ortiz 1996 2011 SPRINGFIELD Zachary N. Ortiz, 15, was taken from this life on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at Baystate Medical Center. He was born in Springfield on January 3, 1996 to Edward C. Ortiz, Sr. of Springfield and Elizabeth (Rios) of Texas. Zachary was a freshman at Chicopee...
Read MoreTo my Brother & Nephew,
I'm so very sorry for your loss Of a wonderful Son & brother. Zack will be truely missed by many, may rest in peace.May the Lord keep you both safe & in his Prayers. Paula
Paula Golden
May 02, 2011 | Springfield, MA
I had the pleasure of having Zack as a 7th grade math student. Zack was always up for a challenge and requested assignments to help him prepare for 8th grade and beyond. He was respectful, responsible, and often expressed how much he cared for his family. I only had one year to get to know Zack and he has made an impression on me that I will never forget. He was the type of young man you would want your children to become. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris LaPoint
April 26, 2011 | Westfield, MA
Eddie, I won't pretend to understand what you are going through. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family and friends. May God bless and keep you!
Vanessa Hill
April 25, 2011
Little Eddie and family,
Iam so sorry for your loss, the boys and I hearts are breaking for your family. Please know you are in our thoughts.
Jennifer DeForge
April 25, 2011 | South Hadley, MA
Eddie and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Zachary. We have known you and your family since you lived on Grattan Street. Zachary will never be forgotten. He always had a kind word to say, a gentle act he did,always knew how to make someone smile. He was always there when someone needed a helping hand. You and family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family.
Elyzabeth Bartholomew
April 25, 2011 | Chicopee, MA
as a remember of the 1st responder team from the SPD I wanted to express my condolences. I was pleased to hear the family made a donation so other kids could be helped by Zachary's untimely death. He will be remembered that way by all. God Bless you Zachary and your memory will live on.
Officer Michael Carney
April 25, 2011 | Springfield, MA
As one of Zachary's sixth grade teachers, I remember having lengthy conversations with Zack about ancient history and I remember his love to learn. He was an absolute pleasure to have in the classroom. My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family.
Mrs. Dillahunt
Gryffins Team
Bellamy Middle School
April 24, 2011
I only met Zack for a brief moment. He spent a weekend with us and I had the pleasure to talk to him and hear some of his aspirations and plans for the future. He behaved as a gentleman and was always courteous. I was cooking for them on that weekend and glanced at the kitchen table and saw Zack, Sebastian, Briana and Karla talking the way close friends and family do. I thought they would be the sort of friends that would grow to see each other weddings and kids. I'm sorry for your loss. ...
Eliud 'Elliot' Colon
April 24, 2011 | Toa Alta, PUERTO RICO
My beloved son Zachary. Daddy is hurting so bad. Wish we could talk right now. Daddy will miss you dearly. I want you to know that daddy and Heather love you so very much and we will miss you for the rest of eternity. You always found a way to brighten our day, your smiles,your kindness, generosity will not be forgotten. All my love baby boy. XOXOXO
Edward Ortiz
April 24, 2011 | Springfield, MA
