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Marco Ordaz Obituary
Marco "Budda" Ordaz passed away January 25, 2008 at the University of Illinois Medical Center at Chicago. Marco successfully underwent a stem cell transplant and was deemed in remission when he lost his life due to complications. He was born February 11, 1978 in Aurora, Illinois. He was united in marriage to Tricia Porch on November 11, 2005 in Aurora, IL.
He was a 1996 graduate of West Aurora High School, where he was an accomplished wrestler and represented his school in the state tournament. Marco was a member of the North Aurora Fire Department since 1999. He had many years of dedicated service to both the North Aurora and Batavia Fire Departments. He was voted Firefighter of the Year by his peers twice, in 2003 and 2007.
Marco was a man who had a passion and zest for life. When you met him he made you feel like he has always known and loved you. The life Marco shared with his wife Tricia was short, but the love he had for her was more than others receive in a lifetime.
He is survived by his wife, Tricia of Batavia; his father, Mario A. Ordaz Sr. of Aurora; his mother, Maria Ordaz of Aurora; his brother, Mario (Joann) Ordaz, of McAllen, TX; a sister, Liliana (Doug) Kantola of Aurora; his nieces, Isabella, Alexandria nephew and godson, Maddox Ordaz, Daniela Garcia, Mia, Colette, Theo and Emily Kantola; his mother and father-in-law, Thomas and Terri Porch of Batavia; brother-in-law, Thomas Porch Jr. of Geneva; sister-in-law, Tracey (Tony) Jakaitis of South Elgin; nieces and nephews, Brandon Moore, Claire, Kelly, Caroline, and John Jakaitis; three best friends, Nathan (Crystal) Nagy, Omar (Lorena) Ordaz, and Vaughn Taylor; his "Boss", mentor, friend, and role model, Chief Steve Miller; and all his brothers and sisters of the North Aurora Fire Department.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Moses A. Ordaz; paternal grandparents, Guadalupe and Maria Ordaz
Visitation will be 3:00 P.M until 9:00 P.M. Monday, January 28, 2008 at the Moss Family Funeral Home, 209 S. Batavia Avenue (Rte. 31) in Batavia. The funeral service will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 27 S. Edgelawn in Aurora, where he will lie in state from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the service. Interment will be in River Hills Memorial Park in Batavia.
Contributions may be directed to the Marco Ordaz Cancer Fund c/o National City Bank in North Aurora.
For further information, please contact Moss Family Funeral Home 630-879-7900 or www.mossfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marco Ordaz
Daniel (Danny) Enriquez
February 10, 2008
Ordaz Family,
I was saddened to hear of Marco's passing. There are many pleasant memories that come to mind knowing Marco as a child and teen. My prayers are with you and your families during this time of grief. God Bless and Love you;
Ortiz
February 4, 2008
Mario,Maria, Lilly, Mario Jr.
Light a candle for those we mourn.
Into a new life they will be born.
Do not look for them at the gravesite.
They are somewhere else radiating their beautiful light.
They have gone to a new world where there is no darkness, no pain.
Their light and essence will always remain.
Light a candle for those who have left this mortal place.
They are free to travel through time and space.
When we think of them, they are near.
When we sit in a beautiful garden. Their voices we hear.
When we listen to a divine symphony,
We close our eyes, their faces we see.
Light a candle for they have not really gone.
With each flickering flame, in your hearts they will always belong.
Love,
Onesimo, Antonia,Esther,Lucy,Gilbet,Sergio, Roberto & Sylvia
Dave Molitor
February 2, 2008
To the Ordaz family,
You raised a very fine man, a person that any mother or father would be proud of. To the people that live in North Aurora, they lost a very dedicated, professional and loyal employee. To his family and very close friends we lost a very loving husband and caring friend. For the North Aurora Fire Department they lost a true brother. He is now watching over all of us, and will be remembered in our hearts and prayers forever.
Sandra Chavez
January 31, 2008
Tio Mario and Tia Lulu...I am sorry that I wasn't able to make the actual funeral. I hold dear the memories of when we would gather in the front room of my parents house during christmas and other holidays. My best memory is going with you and Tio Mario to see him and Mario Jr. wrestle. Thank you so much for raising a wonderful man that made a real difference in life. Marky was a great guy..you both did a wonderful job..Love always, Sandra Chavez
Lisa Gareski
January 30, 2008
Marco,
I remember the last time we were hanging out - we were at North Beach having some drinks and you and Vaughn were wearing the same color shirt and you know me - I had to be the one to point it out! You guys have always been the best of friends.
God needed another Angel in Heaven and he chose you. You will forever be remembered for your big heart and your big hugs! I will forever hold you close to my heart.
Jose O Garcia
January 30, 2008
Maria/Mario
I'm so sorry for your loss,my prayer will be for you and your whole family.We will miss Marky Maria and Jose Garcia
Celia Slater
January 29, 2008
Mario, I'm very sorry to hear of your Son passing. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. If I can help in any way you can contact my daughter who was a classmate of Marco's.
Jen Slepicka
January 29, 2008
Fondest of memories. Such a bright light. I am certain his sunny disposition will surely be missed. Deepest sympathies.
Debbie Housh
January 29, 2008
My husband and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to his wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Trish Genslinger
January 29, 2008
To the Ordaz family,
I worked with Marco at Earthmover Credit Union and he was a well liked guy. He liked to call everyone "Boss" and a day never went by that he did not make me laugh. He was great supporter when my mother (who was married to an Aurora firefighter)battled cancer. Marco will be missed - my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jesus Franco
January 29, 2008
Prima Lulu y Fam. reciban nuestras mas sentidas condolencias por la perdida irreparable de Marco.
Fam. Franco Sosa Cd. Victoria, Tamps Mexico
Meg Krancic
January 29, 2008
On behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, I would like to express our condolences to Marco's family as well as his firefighting family. We have worked with both the Batavia Fire Department and the North Aurora Fire Department with the Fill-The-Boot program and we are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
LOURDES FRANCO
January 28, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jonathan DeWig
January 28, 2008
I knew Marco in high school but I lost track of him after I had gotten out of the Service. He was always a nice guy always smiling and having fun in the hallways. My prayers go out to his family and friends. May the lord look over him and his family over his passing.
Scott Theis
January 28, 2008
I would like to extend my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I was a teammate of his at West High. He was a positive influence both on and off the wrestling mat. God bless.
Lauren Garrett
January 28, 2008
May God be with the Ordaz family in this time of need. Marco will never be forgotten. He will always be here living vicariously through his brothers and sisters at the NAFD
Stephanie Zulbeari (Tesch)
January 28, 2008
Marco was one of many funny and outgoing guys in school. It's been a few years since i've seen him. He will be missed.
Louie Trevino
January 28, 2008
To the Ordaz family,
May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish Always, and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss. Rest in Peace, Marco! God Bless you...
L.Trevino, Jr.
Meredith Keen-Kotowicz
January 28, 2008
I am so very sorry for your loss. I graduated from West with Marco, he was always so fun to be around and quite possible the nicest guy I've ever met. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
Janelle Keeley
January 28, 2008
I knew Marco through my brother-in-law, who worked with Marco at NAFD, and my sister. Marco was a great man, he could always make everyone laugh and when he walked into the room, everyone smiled! Marco, you will be missed by so many people. I know you will be watching over us.
Amy Hett
January 28, 2008
Marco was such a great person. I knew him in Jr high and High school, and he always had a smile on his face and love in his heart. May it bring you peace knowing that his body is restored to perfection, and he is no longer in pain. God speed, Marco. May you rest in peace.
Jessica Bovee~Perrin
January 28, 2008
I know this is rare but I am at a loss for words, I bet Marco is getting a giggle out of that!To the Ordaz family my family sends our prayers.To the Boys I send my love ,my heart breaks for you guys ...I know he is gonna be keeping an eye out on you three!
Ann Marie Mungia
January 28, 2008
Marco..what a great kid...and to me he'll always be a "GREAT" kid. Please know that I am deeply sorry for your loss and that you're in my prayers.
Kim Paredes (Krause)
January 28, 2008
I was close with Marco, Omar, Nathan and Vaughn back in high school but unfortunately lost touch as a lot of people do after we graduated. Marco touched the lives of so many people and will be greatly missed. A loss like this really needs to remind us that the time we have is so short and we need to make the most of it while we can. My sincerst condolences go out to Marco's family and his friends.
Richard Oost
January 28, 2008
Mario and Family,
Read about your lost of BUDDA and wanted to say that you and your family are in our prayers. Even tho we have moved to KY. We still think of you alot.
Prayers for you,
Richard and Mary Oost ( formal Dial friend )
Meredith DeLeo
January 28, 2008
Budda- It certainly was our pleasure knowing you and calling you a friend. Your smile, laughter, and zest for life will live on forever. May your eternal life be as grand as you deserve. And may your family find peace at this time of loss. God Bless you all. -The DeLeo Family
RUBEN RODRIGUEZ
January 27, 2008
to the ordaz familia mario im so sorry for what has happened and that i couldnt be with you in this time of sorrow i know that your son is in a beautiful place with our lord JESUS CHRIST may GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY .JOHN;3;16 AMOR RUBEN RODRIGUEZ Y FAMILIA
DORENE ROBERTSON
January 27, 2008
I FEEL VERY HONORED TO HAVE KNOWN MARCO HE WAS A FRIEND OF MY SONS BROOKS, AARON ,DUSTIN ROBERTSON. HE WAS A FUN LOVING KIND OF GUY.HE SPENT A LOT OF TIME AT OUR HOUSE BACK IN THE DAYS OF WRESTLING.HE WAS ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE THAT WHEN HE SAID HI TO YOU HIS WHOLE FACE LIT UP WITH HIS SMILE.HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL.
Sue Lencioni
January 27, 2008
My brother has left us. And already the world feels like a darker place.
But he laughs, he laughs at us from heaven. Because he knows this is not the end.
We will see each other again, and again his smile will brighten our spirits. I will miss him until then, and think of him often. When I am down, I will think of that laughter, coming from heaven. And I will look up and say; "Okay, my brother, I understand. We will see each other again...but not yet...not yet..."
Christopher Diebold
January 27, 2008
To the Ordaz family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with Marco at NAFD, and he was one of a kind. God must have needed one heck of a fireman in his firehouse up there. God bless you Marco.
Linda Hoover Garrison
January 27, 2008
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I'm trying to imagine the great celebration going on in heaven. May God comfort you all.
January 27, 2008
Our prayers are with you and your family.
FF Marco Ordaz was one of the extraordinary people who sacrifice so much for some many others. May we never forget him or what he believed in.
May god bless and comfort you in your time of need.
Joann Kost, CFC - Air Angels, Inc.
William Kost, FF - EJFPD
April Barbeau
January 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. His smile, strength and courage will live on forever.
Kevin Waite
January 27, 2008
Marco,
Worked with you for a few years at Best Buy. Great person, Great friend. Gods speed Marco.
Kevin Waite
Cindy Aldrich
January 27, 2008
Although I have never met Marco, I do know a cousin of his. And my son also had a bone marrow transplant two weeks earlier than Marco. I am very very sorry for your loss. It seems like I lost too not knowing him personally. May God Bless you all.
Norma Lerma
January 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ginny Gengler
January 27, 2008
I did not have the Honor of knowing Marco or anyone in his family,but after reading the stories printed about him in this paper I feel compelled to write and offer you my Condolences.My family has deep roots in Fire Departments across the United States so Firefighters have a very special place in my Heart.They are a breed of people that Stand alone.They are loyal,Courageous and brave.May God Bless and Keep you all close to Him!I am so sorry for your loss!
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