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Milton Ortiz Obituary
AGE: 79 • Largo, FL
Milton Anthony Oritz, 79, of Largo, Florida and Long Beach Island (LBI), New Jersey, passed away Friday, February 17, 2012 following a lengthy illness. Mr. Ortiz was a longtime resident of Succasunna, Roxbury Township, N.J. Prior to moving to Largo, he resided in Hackettstown, N.J. Mr. Ortiz had a distinguished 40 year career as an educator serving as vice principal of Randolph High School and principal of Randolph Middle School in N.J. He was a founding member of NJAMLE (N.J. Association of Middle Level Education). He graduated from Montclair State University and earned a masters' degree (plus30) from Seton Hall University, both in N.J. Mr. Ortiz served three terms on the Roxbury Board of Health and as its president three years. He was a U.S. Army veteran.
Mr. Ortiz was predeceased by his parents Catalino and Julia Ortiz, brother Robert and sister Mary. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Dolores Cardell Ortiz and his children: Richard Ortiz and wife Elizabeth Dunn, Kimberly Cole and husband Doug, Tracey Kennedy and husband Patrick, and Robert Ortiz and wife Leigh Anne Timek. Mr. Ortiz leaves nine grandchildren: Matthew, Brian and Kevin Hynson; Julian Ortiz; Rory and Robert Kennedy; and Cameron, Emma and Celia Ortiz. Mr. Ortiz was an avid supporter of Largo Cultural Center, Largo Botanical Gardens and Pinellas County Parks. All his life he loved LBI at the Jersey shore spending many happy days there with family and friends.
Memorial services will be held at 10a.m., Saturday, March 3 at St. Mark's Church, 59 Spring Lane, Long Valley, N.J. Repast will follow immediately in the Church Hall. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to Suncoast Performing Arts Foundation, P.O. Box 1030, Largo, FL 33779 and Suncoast Hospice, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33779. For Condolences, Visit www.mossfeasterlargo.com.
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John Morrison
September 27, 2013
I am sorry to hear of the passing of "Uncle Miltie." He was the principal of my middle school and he was a very good school person. These are scarce; I have been involved with schools for many years and know that well. Such individuals enjoy the luxury of a legacy they create for the future. Congratulations on your good works, Mr. Ortiz. Rest in peace. And my condolences to your family.
God Be With You
Dolores Rivinius
June 18, 2012
Dear Dolores & Family: I was trying to locate you. I was thinking of you & found out that Milt had passed away. I am so sorry for your loss . My best to you and your family.
Love Always Your Friend,
Dolores & Terrance Rivinius & family
Tom Prioreschi
March 2, 2012
Milt was a real friend and so much fun to be with for so many years. He lived life every day to the fullest. He brought joy to himself and all his friends by constantly teasing everyone about anything he could think of.
Dolores, my best wishes go to you and your entire family.
Tom Prioreschi
Linda rogers-battista
February 27, 2012
Mr Ortiz, Never had to visit you in your office. Your smile was not a smile to forget. Your kindness was always remembered. Thank you
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February 25, 2012
Mr. Ortiz was a teacher a kid never forgot, what a man! With love to his family, Kathy (Burritt) Lydy, Class of '65 RHS
Woody and Maureen Stilwell
February 24, 2012
Miltie,Miltie, Miltie, just to hear his name brings a smile. How do you describe a forty year friendship in just a few lines. We have had the joy of knowing Miltie and Dodie as close friends for many years. We were all young families, drawn together in a small North Jersey town with a funny name: Succasunna.
During his final days, Tracey and I started trading "Miltie-isms, "all of which made us laugh . He was a presence larger than life! Somewhere along the way, I nicknamed him "Montezouma," and he nicknamed me "Big Red,"names which have stayed with us all these years.
His reputation was built upon being a loving husband,father,grandfather,a teacher and educator, a community volunteer, but most of all being a good friend. Many of us have fond memories of him "holding court" at parties, arguing the pros and cons.... often of Women's Lib,which was so topical then. He,of course ,defended the "cons". Of all his titles, I know he enjoyed that of Pop Pop to his nine grandchildren the most. We hope in time your sadness will ease and you will find great comfort in the "colour" of Miltie's life, and many,many "Miltie-isms". He will never be forgotten....he would not have ALLOWED it. As his beloved dolphins continue to swim past his window, I know they will flip their fins as a final salute to "BIG GUY".
With great admiration to a very loving family.
Fondly,
Maureen and Woody
paula czeisler
February 23, 2012
i remember him as principal of randolph middle school...condolences to his family
Rick and Ricki Looser
February 22, 2012
Dear Do,Richard,Kim,Tracey and Rob,
Milti had a rich full life and lived every minutes of it without regrets.Let the
thoughts of a life well-spent be your consolation now.
We are having so many memories of Milti , we will. never forget him.
we want you to know Rick and I are thinking of you.
Ruth Hansen / hartman
February 20, 2012
I would like the family to know that he was truly loved! I did have him for a teacher! And he was the Best of the Best! RIP
Rich Meskowitz
February 20, 2012
Big Daddy
I guess you finally got the pink memo in your mailbox from The Big Daddy upstairs-"Milton my son-please see me in my office at your earliest convenience"
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for being my unofficial mentor when I arrived at your door step at the Intermediate School back in 1983-My girls still have fond memories of you sharing your ice cream cups when they came to visit-They were always excited to see Big Daddy-You taught me many things that have become part of the fabric of my life-If it were not for your guidance and understanding during my formative years in Randolph-I would not be the teacher I am today or have what I have-I can still remember the hug we shared your last day in Randolph as if it were today-You were a special man-You will forever be in our hearts.
Gina Fiorentino
February 20, 2012
Hey Pop, Just stopping in to say that our heart breaks a little more each day knowing you are not with us. Your smile was contagious and your sense of humor always had us laughing. Please continue to watch down on our family and to help guide and protect us during our future stuggles. We all mourn knowing we will not be able to see you again but also know that you are in a good place. I am a lucky girl to have been able to spend these last 8 years calling you Pop and spending summer vacations with you. LBI will not be the same without you. Your spirt lives on through each and every one of your children and grandchildren. I love you and miss you dearly. Sending hugs to heaven.
Joe & Dot Esposito
February 20, 2012
Thank you, Milt, for being the ultimate teammate, army buddy, professional colleague and most of all devoted friend.
To Do and family, your love for him stands as testimony to the caring human being he was. Mere words cannot assuage your feeling of loss. Please know that his treasured memory will live in our hearts forever!
Joe and Dot Esposito
Anna Morris
February 20, 2012
Do,so sorry to read about Milton passing, but I know it probably is a blessing to him to find peace--wondered where you had gone! My condolences to you and family.
The Patriot
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
The Football Player
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
Tracey's dance with Her dad
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
Dodie and Milt's Wedding day
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
The Best Hug
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
Having Fun with Rick
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
One Of The Many Faces
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
Miltie and his Girls
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
In Times Like These...
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
An Early Family Picture
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
February 19, 2012
Dear Do and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, you and your Family are in our Thoughts and Prayers, We had no idea that we were living so close to you in Florida, is there some way we can contact you?
Joyce & Chris Reed formerly of Roxbury.
Rotonda West, Fl.--941-697-1643
Chris & Lucy Perry
February 19, 2012
I will miss our Times sitting & watching the Boats as they pass by! Miltie & Dolores treated us like we where Family.... I will never forget you & we will always be their for Doe....
Love & Respect,
Chris & Lucy Perry
Brian Hynson
February 19, 2012
Pop, it's been a couple of days now and I still find myself thinking about the great times we shared. I miss you but know that you will be with us always.
We Love U!
Bri, Dierdre, and Lena
Your will be forever in our hearts...
Patrick Kennedy
February 19, 2012
Miltie, You are sorely missed, that wonderful sense of humor, and very quick wit will never be forgotten. You had some of the greatest facial expressions ever. You were a teacher, a leader, a republican, a patriot. You will be remembered for all those things and more, but most of all for being a dad. You will always be in our hearts.
Thank you for allowing me to spend the rest of my life with your beautiful daughter.
Rest in peace!
Joseph & Susan Fiorentino
February 19, 2012
Our Heartfelt condolences are sent to the Ortiz Family. We are all blessed to have known "Pop". Pop, will be missed everyday but never forgotten as he will always live in the hearts of all his wonderful family members and those who's lives he has touched. Prayers and Thoughts are with you all,
With Our Deepest Sympathy, Love The Fiorentino Family
Patricia Nye-Leymeister
February 19, 2012
Dear Mrs. Ortiz
I hope this memory of you and Mr. Ortiz brings you some comfort.
My husband Paul and I would often see you and Mr. Ortiz having breakfast together at the diner on Route 10 in Succasunna. Even though he was not at school, he and you were “teaching”.
Every time we saw you, there was an obvious affection and enjoyment between you. One time when we were leaving and happened to pass your booth you were holding hands across the table while having coffee.
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The lesson we learned was that it did not matter how long a couple had been married ,despite messages to the contrary, there is no better joy that to feel affection and friendship toward your spouse.
Thank you for the precious lesson.
Patty Nye Leymeister and Paul Leymeister
thomas borgia
February 18, 2012
to the ortiz family,
your father was a man who touched countless lives in a positive way. he left a mark on this world we all hope to achieve. im blessed to have known him and honored that he knew me. he shared his home with all the "kids" of the town, and you never felt like a stranger. he always supported his sons and their team in sports, and was always in the stands. my prayers for the ortiz family.
the borgias,
tom, kathy, mikey and tommy
Fathers Day 2011
Rob Ortiz
February 18, 2012
Pop,
It's been a hard couple of days since you have passed on. We are glad that you have finally found the peace that you deserve. I know the girls miss you so much. We have found comfort in telling talking about the good times we have had with you. I promise that we will never forget you. We love you Pop.
Forever,
Rob, Leigh, Cami, Emma, & Celia
Rob Ortiz
February 18, 2012
Pop,
It's been a hard day since you left us. I can only be happy that you finally found some peace. We will always carry a part of your in our hearts. There will always be a special place in our hearts for you. The girls will really miss you so much. I promise to share all the great stories that I have being raised by you. Just writing that sentence brings a smile to my face. We will love you forever and will never forget you.
Love,
Rob, Leigh, Cami, Emma, & Celia
February 18, 2012
DOLORES, VINNIE AND I ALWAYS LOVED MILT. HE WILL BE MISSED. WE HAVE MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES . SORRY WE ARE NOT HOME TO ATTEND THE SERVICE IN NEW JERSEY. LOVE CAROL AND VINNIE ACQUAVIVA.
Cheryl Wilson verchinski
February 18, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Mr.Ortiz's passing. He was principal in the middle school when I attended and was a warm and friendly leader for the school. Condolences to the family....so sorry to hear....
Tracey Kennedy
February 18, 2012
My Daddy - you always made me laugh. Your sense of humor could be very subtle and would keep us laughing. You loved deeply and will be missed so very much! The Miltie stories will last forever. The legacy of your family will continue to grow and be a tribute to you forever! Rest in Peace --
Your Pway-Pway (Tracey)
Matthew Hynson
February 18, 2012
Matthew Hynson
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Matthew Hynson
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Matthew Hynson
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Matthew Hynson
February 18, 2012
LBI
Matthew Hynson
February 18, 2012
Love and miss you Pop
Matthew Hynson
February 18, 2012
To my Pop-pop, I love you and miss you already. The shore will never be the same without you and I will miss our breakfasts together in LBI. Words cannot express how sad I am that you are gone and how happy I am you are at peace.
Love you Pop,
(Your Big Guy) Matthew
Cynthia McConnell
February 18, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Ortiz's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out his family, friends and colleagues. May the fact that he is no longer suffering from his lengthy illness bring you some peace. Mr Ortiz was the Principal at the Intermediate School in Randolph when I was there. This photo is exactly how I remember him.
Diane Dellicker
February 18, 2012
Dear Do, Rich, Kim, Tracey & Robbie,
I know how hard this has to be for all of you, because Miltie was a wonderful person, and I know how much he loved all of you. Please remember all those great times we all had with him. I know I will, especially the teasing about our UCWs.
You sure will be missed, Miltie!
Love & Prayers to you all,
Diane (& John) Dellicker
Jeffrey Jancarek
February 18, 2012
A gifted and visionary educator, a leader amongst leaders, and the definitive "Gentle Man"...
Jeff Jancarek
Randolph Junior High School 1977-1978
Paul Tursky
February 18, 2012
Mr. Ortiz was the person who personally rearranged my classes to work on my weaknesses and I havealways thanked him as the man that had the heart see me through 7th and 8th grades. Always grateful.
Paul Tursky
JOSEPHINE seaback
February 18, 2012
Dear Dolores,
We extend to you and your family our deepest sympathy.
It has been many years and many miles and a shock to read about Milt in our paper.
We never forget old friends.
Our prayers are with you.
George and Josephine Seaback(formerly Flanders,NJ)
February 18, 2012
TO My Dad you will be missed more that you can ever know I will hold you in my heart for ever you were the BEST Father and Best Grandfather you left your mark on my children forever.
Love you Daddy!
Your Kimmie
Shirley Cotterman
February 18, 2012
My heartfelt condolences to the Ortiz family. Mr. Ortiz was my teacher at Randolph High and was a wonderful teacher. He will be missed.
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