Joaquin Mota Ortiz

The obituary for Mr. Joaquin Mota Ortiz can be read in both Spanish and English as follows...
Joaquín Mota Ortíz, falleció en paz en su hogar el 4 de noviembre de 2024, a la venerable edad de 93 años en West Hartford, Connecticut. Nacido en La Romana, República Dominicana, el 18 de enero de 1931, de los difuntos Ernestina Mota y Joaquín Ortiz, llevó el cálido espíritu de su tierra natal durante toda su vida, contagiando alegría y risas allá donde iba.
Joaquín fue predececido por su amada esposa María A. Martínez "Sensa", su querida y dedicada abuela Julia Mota, su madre Ernestina "Tina" Mota, su padre Joaquín Ortiz, sus queridos hijos Ramón A. Mota Martínez y Radamés A. Mota Martínez, su nieta Ingrid Y. Mota Mejía, su hermana Oliva Ortiz y hermano Freddy Ortiz. Su memoria es un tesoro mantenido vivo por su hija Mary y su esposo Santo, su hijo Manuel y esposa Margarita, su hija Fiordaliza y esposo Jhonny, su hija Angela y esposo Andris, su hija Norvia, su hijo José y esposa Yahaira, su hija Mercedes y su hijo Nelson "Nelo". Su legado de amor se extiende a sus adorados nietos Alexandro, Miosotis "Evelyn", Kelvin, Manuelissa "Lissa", Manuel Jr, Viamfi, Manuel "Manuelito", Erika, María, Ángelo, Vanessa, Raymond, Sebastian José, José Alejandro, Jessica, Ingry, José Alberto, Eimy Nairovy y sus hermanos Carlos Manuel, Frank "Papi", Geremías, Aladino, Rafael "Pucho", Maria Altagracia "Chucha", Minerva, Nelly y Aracelis.
La vida de Joaquín se caracterizó por su naturaleza cariñosa, su espíritu generoso y su sentido del humor encantador. Era un hombre que encontraba alegría en los placeres más sencillos, ya fuera animando a los Medias Rojas de Boston en la MLB y al Licey en la LIDOM, escuchando el melodioso canto de los pajaritos o pasando un tiempo precioso con sus hijos y nietos haciendo cuentos vividos. Su risa era contagiosa, sus historias cautivadoras y su presencia una fuente de consuelo y felicidad para todos los que le conocían.
Como hombre que amaba profundamente y se reía a carcajadas, Joaquín era la encarnación de las famosas palabras de Mahatma Gandhi: "Donde hay amor hay vida". Su amor fue el hilo que entretejió a su familia, creando un tapiz de recuerdos que será apreciado por las generaciones venideras. Se le recuerda como un pilar de fortaleza, bondad y compasión, un faro de luz que brillaba incluso en los días más nublados.
El viaje vital de Joaquín desde las vibrantes costas de la República Dominicana hasta las acogedoras comunidades de Connecticut estuvo marcado por su inquebrantable compromiso con su familia y las amistades que cultivó a lo largo del camino. Su vida fue un testimonio del poder del amor y la importancia de la familia, un relato que recordarán con sonrisas y corazones cálidos quienes tuvieron la suerte de formar parte de su historia.
Al despedirnos de Joaquín Mota Ortíz, celebramos una vida vivida al máximo, rica en experiencias, impregnada de amor y abundante en risas. Aunque se haya marchado de nuestro lado, su espíritu permanece como una marca indeleble grabada en las vidas de aquellos a los que tocó. El viaje de Joaquín ha llegado a su ocaso, pero el calor de su luz sigue brillando en los corazones de sus familiares y amigos. Honramos su memoria viviendo nuestras vidas con la misma alegría y generosidad que él nos transmitió sin esfuerzo. Descansa en paz, Joaquín; tu amor y tu risa resonarán a través del tiempo, y tu amor vivirá por siempre en los corazones de muchos.
El horario de atención será el sábado 9 de noviembre de 3:00 p.m. a 5:00 p. m. en la funeraria Sheehan Hilborn Breen, 1084 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford. Se pueden dar el pésame en línea en www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Joaquín Mota Ortíz, passed away peacefully in his home on November 4, 2024, at the venerable age of 93 in West Hartford, Connecticut. Born in La Romana, Dominican Republic, on January 18, 1931, to the late Ernestina Mota and Joaquín Ortiz, he carried the warm spirit of his homeland throughout his life, spreading joy and laughter wherever he went.
Joaquin was predeceased by his beloved wife María A. Martínez "Sensa", his cherished and dedicated grandmother Julia Mota, his mother Ernestina "Tina" Mota, his father Joaquín Ortiz, his loving sons Ramón A. Mota Martínez and Radamés A. Mota Martínez, granddaughter Ingrid Y. Mota Martinez sister Oliva Ortiz and brother Freddy Ortiz. His memory is a treasure kept alive by his daughter Mary and her husband Santo, his son Manuel and wife Margarita, his daughter Fiordaliza and husband Jhonny, his daughter Angela and husband Andris, his daughter Norvia, his son José and wife Yahaira, his daughter Mercedes and son Nelson "Nelo". His legacy of love extends to his adoring grandchildren Alexandro, Miosotis "Evelyn", Kelvin, Manuelissa "Lissa", Manuel Jr, Viamfi, Manuel "Manuelito", Erika "Melissa", María, Angelo, Vanessa, Raymond, Sebastian José, José Alejandro, Jessica, Ingry, José Alberto, y Eimy Nairovy and siblings Carlos Manuel, Frank "Papi", Geremías, Aladino, Rafael "Pucho", María Altagracia "Chucha", Minerva, Nelly, and Aracelis.
Joaquin's life was characterized by his loving nature, his generous spirit, and his delightful sense of humor. He was a man who found joy in the simplest of pleasures, whether it was cheering for the Boston Red Sox in the MLB and El Licey in the LIDOM, listening to the melodious songs of the birds, or spending precious time with his children and grandchildren telling stories from his upbringing. His laughter was infectious, his stories captivating, and his presence a source of comfort and happiness to all who knew him.
As a man who loved deeply and laughed heartily, Joaquin was the embodiment of the famous words by Mahatma Gandhi: "Where there is love there is life." His love was the thread that wove his family together, creating a tapestry of memories that will be cherished for generations to come. He is remembered as a pillar of strength, kindness, and compassion, a beacon of light that shone brightly even on the cloudiest of days.
Joaquin's life journey from the vibrant shores of the Dominican Republic to the embracing communities of Connecticut was marked by his unwavering commitment to his family and the friendships he cultivated along the way. His life was a testament to the power of love and the importance of family, a narrative that will be recounted with smiles and warm hearts by those who were fortunate enough to have been a part of his story.
As we bid farewell to Joaquin Mota Ortíz, we celebrate a life lived to the fullest, rich in experiences, steeped in love, and abundant in laughter. While he may have left our side, his spirit remains an indelible mark etched into the lives of those he touched. Joaquin's journey has reached its sunset, but the warmth of his light continues to glow in the hearts of his family and friends. We honor his memory by living our lives with the same joy and generosity he so effortlessly embodied. Rest in peace, Joaquín; your love and laughter will echo through time, and your love will live forever in the hearts of many.
Calling hours will be Saturday, November 9, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Sheehan Hilborn Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com