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Dianna Ortiz Obituary

Dianna Ortiz was a Catholic nun who was abducted and tortured while serving as a missionary in Guatemala, and later founded the Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition International (TASSC).

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Published by Fremont Tribune on Feb. 22, 2021.

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Imelda Garcia

March 13, 2021

My deepest condolences to all who loved and now mourn this Vessel of Gods love.

Darlene

March 13, 2021

Deepest condolences to the Qrtiz family. We will miss Dianna's presence and her many contributions who founded the Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition International (TASSC). No doubt, Ms. Qrtiz was someone so special may she never be forgotten. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with loss the of Ms. Dianna Ortiz.

March 1, 2021

I'm sorry for your lost. May peace be with the family during this most grievous time.

Jadoun Stroud-Curtis

February 28, 2021

I went to school with Dianna. She was always so gentle, quiet, and kind. Loved by all. Rest In Peace, Dianna. You deserve it.

February 28, 2021

My condolences to the family. We appreciate the help network, she founded to help survivors. May the God of Comfort, comtinue to comfort the family, during these difficult times.

February 27, 2021

Truly an inspirational and courageous woman who worked hard and endured so much. May God grant peace, comfort and strength to the Ortiz family and friends, very sorry for your loss.

Julie & Family

February 27, 2021

My deepest condolences. Thank you for your contribution to the world. Rest in peace.

Mrs. M

February 27, 2021

I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort from God during this difficult time.

February 26, 2021

Sincere sympathies to the Ortiz family, my heart goes out to you for your loss, may God provide strength and comfort to you at this very difficult time.

Steele

February 26, 2021

So sorry that Dianna Ortiz had to endure such difficult trials. We all have to trust in God with all our hearts and dont lean on our own understanding. May God continue to be with the family.

Roy

February 25, 2021

Our sympathy goes out to the family of Dianna. So sorry for your loss. Dianna will be missed by many.

Mary

February 24, 2021

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dianna Ortiz. May you all receive comfort from the God of tender mercies at this difficult time.

February 24, 2021

What a truly brave and courageous woman she was. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time.

February 24, 2021

What a strong and dedicated woman, heartfelt condolences to the Ortiz family, may God be with all of you in your time of sorrow, so very sorry for your loss.

February 24, 2021

What she began, will continue to affect lives for good. May her love ones be comforted by that fact and the warm embrace of a caring God.

Kathleen Butler

February 23, 2021

Her gentleness was her gift to me at UNANIMA International when I travelled to meetings in the US from Australia.

Patricia Cervantes

February 23, 2021

RIP. Great Lady.

February 23, 2021

My condolences.

February 23, 2021

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.Please accept my sincere condolences.

David Daire

February 23, 2021

She IS a shining light, shining even brighter now that she is no longer encumbered with a load of care. Thank you for sharing the news of her passing.

David P Call

February 23, 2021

my condolences to her friends and family she was an extraordinary spiritual individual and if she's with her God now you should rest in peace

Stephanie Schell

February 22, 2021

You will be remembered for your work and courage.

SPANKY

February 22, 2021

May you rest in gods arms, and forever live in peace, For there is people whom will remember the great good ,you did on earth .bless you sister .AMEN

Lisa B

February 22, 2021

Sr. Dianna Ortiz May you Rest In Peace with our Lord. She was truly an amazing and brave person with a beautiful soul. You are a true Angel of God. God Bless!

Kathleen Bridel - Canada

February 22, 2021

Rest in peace Dianna

John Meehan

February 22, 2021

Sr. Dianna Ortiz was a fighter for the cause for Peace & Social Justice, she will be dearly missed MAY SHE REST IN PEACE

Stephanie D Schell

February 22, 2021

Really showed a lot of courage during her ordeal.

February 22, 2021

God bless you Sr. Dianna Ortiz and may you rest
in peace.--Teresa Espinosa Rio Rancho, NM

You are a beautiful soul.

February 22, 2021

God bless you Sr. Dianna Ortiz and may you rest
in peace.--

Harry Simpson

February 22, 2021

Well done, good and faithful servant. Well done. Godspeed Sr. Dianna.

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