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Karen Ortiz Obituary

Ortiz, Karen A. Passed away on Sept. 10, 2007 surrounded by her family. Age 62. Beloved wife of Julian. Dear mother of Lisa (Dave) Butler, Michael and Mark. Loving grandmother of Mailani, David, Alexi, Jazzy, Michael, Amelia, Elian and Imani. Loving sister of Linda (John) Brumm and the late Peter. Preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Olive Rozek. Further survived by nieces, nephews, many relatives and friends. Funeral Saturday, Sept. 15, at 10AM, at ST. CATHERINE'S CHURCH, 5101 W. Center St. Interment Forest Home Cemetery. Memorials to the family appreciated. In state Friday 4-8PM at the Funeral Home and on Saturday, at the church, after 9AM. JOSEPH E. SASS 1019 W. Oklahoma 414-744-3636

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 12, 2007.

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Karen Johnson

September 16, 2007

To the Ortiz family,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I just found out now or I would have been with you for the funeral. Karen was a wonderful woman and a great neighbor. I will let my mom Dorothy know in Denver. The whole family will be in my prayers.

Monica Breedlove

September 14, 2007

I was in my early teens when I first met Mrs. Oriz. I remember sitting on the porch with her absorbing the innumerous life lessons she had to share. Her words have helped guide me throughout my life. She was a beautiful, strong, passionate, loving woman with an abundance of unconditional love and support. I thank her and her family for being such a pivital part of my life. I will miss her dearly.

Randy Wnuk

September 13, 2007

Karen was a very special lady and it was an honor to be able to spend a little time chatting with her when I was delivering the family mail. Her devotion to her family was the quality I mostly will remember during our conversations. I will miss her smiling face and her friendly personality. My deepest sympathy to the family. Sincerely Randy (the mailman)

josephine vargas-cancel

September 12, 2007

to all the ortiz family. karen and i were friends since 1962. she was the godmother of my late daughter denise. we loved karen with all our hearts. we will never forget her. our condolences to all the ortiz family, to her sister linda and to her children and grandchildren. to my compadre julian, karen loved you so very much. we know she is with the lord God. i thank God that karen was my late daughter's godmother, for karen was a great woman. josephine vargas-cancel.

Lynn Bade

September 12, 2007

Karen was a wonderful lady, and I was so lucky to have spent time with her. She always had a kind word and good advice, and I loved to hear her talk of how much she loved her kids and grandkids. Love and prayers to her family. God bless.

Monisha David

September 12, 2007

Mrs. O was truly one of a kind.
A huge heart and a smile to match. Always there to help make things better whether it was with a hug or being a straight shooter. She is loved and will be missed.
Ortiz family, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you in this sad time.

Juanita Moore

September 12, 2007

To the Ortiz family,

I offer my deepest condolences for the loss of Karen. She was a very kind woman. I have many memories seeing her on her walks, and the smile she always had on her face. She is resting in peace now, and will join our father in heaven. Time makes things easier, trust in the lord in your time of sorrow.

Love,
Nita and Jameel Moore

ben ortiz

September 12, 2007

My aunt Karen was such a caring person.She loved her children so much.She never stopped being concered for them.She so loved them.She will be missed.She will always be loved and in our memories.Ben Ortiz/nephew My love and Prayers to the whole family

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