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Ortega, David Roy age 76 passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, November 30, 2022. David was born on September 16, 1946 in Saginaw, Michigan the son of the late Guadalupe and Carlota (Ayala) Ortega. After graduation from high school David went on to work for Question Mark & the Mysterians as their Road Manager in the hayday. He then went on to continue his education at MSU receiving a Bachelor's and Master's Degree and then continued at Cooley Law School; while working at the State Capital. David owned and operated Saginaw Limousine Co. for several years and also did electrical work. He was also a member the St. Demetrius Greek Orthodox Church. David will be remembered as a person who either loved all the way, or disliked all the way. Some would say he was a "real Character". He will also be remembered a being very proud to be born and raised in Saginaw and a huge MSU fan. He will be dearly missed.
David is survived by his brother: Joseph (Donna) Ortega of Indiana, two nephews: Ty (Kim) Kempf of Washington and Logan Kempf of Hawaii and two great-nephews; Loddi and Kius Kempf of Washington.
FUNERAL: Funeral Services for David will take place on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. from Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State St.) Pastoral Associate Sharon Wahl to officiate.
VISITATION: Family and friends are welcome to gather at the funeral home on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service.
Deisler Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Ortega family; Please share a thought or memory with David's family at the funeral home or through: www.DeislerFunealHome.com
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