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Cristian Ortega Obituary
A two-sport athlete and graduate of Franklin High School, Cris became the first of the family to leave home and attend college. Cris graduated from Texas State University with a bachelor's degree in Marketing and as a Sigma Nu brother.
Cris is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Efren Ortega Sr.
Left to carry on his name and memories are his parents, Efren and Sandra Ortega; brother, Efren Ortega III, goddaughter, Leah Alessandra Ortega, grandparents, Jorge and Dolores Rodriguez and Nelly Ortega. Cris will also be dearly missed by his aunts and uncles, Hilda and Jesse Espinoza, Letty and Javier Ochoa, George Rodriguez, Norma and Russ Myers, and Myrna and Sergio Cortez; and his extended brothers and sisters; Victoria, Daniella, Jessika, Analisa, Eunice, Ivan, Alex, Benjamin, Nicholas, Madeline, Caleb, Addeline, Lindsey, Nick, Amanda, Christian, Mia, Annedria, and many more.
Visitation: Sunday, January 27, 2019, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with liturgical service at 6:00 PM at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home. Funeral Mass: Monday, January 28, 2019 at 11:00 AM at St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Catholic Church. Interment: Mount Carmel Cemetery
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Anna
January 28, 2019
Lamento mucho la perdida de su ser quierido. Pronto Dios va a cumplir su maravillosa promesa.
Marie Munoz
January 26, 2019
This young man was definitely the life of any party. We have been blessed to know the Ortega family for a very long time. Our heart and prayers go out to each of the family members during this difficult time, May God place his hand over Efren and heal him as he gently takes the hand of Cristian and leads him to his new home. Loving you always, Marie, Cook, Melissa and Monica Muñoz
Jessica Jones
January 26, 2019
I would like to send my condolences to the family. Cris was one of my students at Franklin High School. He was a true joy to be around. He had so much personality. He was also just a really sweet natured and positive human. He was always so kind and warm-hearted. I adored him and thought of him as a son. I cannot imagine the pain that you must all be going through, but I hope that you are able to find some peace in this time of immense sorrow. I will keep the memories of him with me forever. He will not be forgotten.
Frank and Anna Montes
January 26, 2019
Efren, Sandra, and family,
It was a such a blessing to have known Chris. He was a gift to everyone that knew him. Always full of love and kindness, smiles that reached to the stars, and laughter that was contagious. Our family was blessed to have known him during high school. Our condolences to your beautiful family. May our Lord be with you and give you His peace.
In His perfect love,
Frank, Anna, Sean, Jason, Austin,
John, and Madison
Mary Cherry
January 25, 2019
I would like to offer my condolences and send my love to the Ortega family. My daughter, Ashley Alva, will forever hold him close to her heart and has many wonderful memories with him that she will cherish. I will always remember Cris for his grand, sweet gestures and will always be thankful for the kindness and love he showed my daughter. May God bless you and be with you all.
Arturo Neria
January 25, 2019
Efren and Sandra, I am at a loss of words, and I don't know what to say to you to help you feel better. Please accept my condolences. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your son rest in peace.
Arturo Neria, Jr.
Margaret Clay
January 23, 2019
My heart is saddened by this news and my prayers are with all of you at this time. Your boys were a joy to know and I am so grateful to have been a part of their education. May Cris' legacy and your memories be a comfort to you.
gabriel blanco
January 23, 2019
I had the pleasure to coach Cristian at Franklin High School. He was one of our top players and leaders on the team. Cristian was also a great and fun kid to be around. God bless Cristian and his entire family.
Gabriel Blanco
Melody Hatter
January 22, 2019
My sincere condolences to Sandra, Efren and all family and friends. You will forever be in my thoughts.
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