Harry Cortes Obituary
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Mr. Cortes is survived by a wife, Judith. Nine children: Tammy, Judy, Tina , Melissa, Audra, Harry Jr., Idanes, Ivelisse, and Amy. He also leaves behind twenty-six grandchildren, and nineteen great-grandchildren.
Harry was a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served with the 101st Airborne Division and earned several medals, including a Purple Heart. He was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico and was raised in New York City. He was a long time resident of Austin, TX before moving recently to Jarrell, TX. He is preceded in death by his mother, Ines Santiago and brother, Emilio (Pito) Cortes.
As opposed to traditional funeral services a celebration of life will be held in his honor. We are working on getting the event planned and will notify you as soon as we have it. With heartfelt condolences, Cortes' family.
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