Lawrence B. Ortega

Lawrence B. Ortega

Lawrence B. Ortega (Buff), 60, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, February 1st, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. He was a devoted brother, uncle, godfather and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Lawrence was preceded in death by his fiance, Paulette Hearne, his mother Eva L Cordova, his adoptive parents, Marion and Ruby Ortega, his brothers Filbert and Eloy Ortega and his sisters Cathy Chavez and Cleo Davis.

Lawrence is survived by his brothers Chuck Thomas, Abel Ortega and wife Gloria, Michael Ortega and wife Cheryl, Philip and Carlos Cordova. He is survived by his Sisters Wanda Harris and husband Jose, Joann Lujan and husband Sam and Loretta Roybal and husband Adrian. He is also survived by his Aunt Stella Vialpando and her husband Chenco and his Aunt Emma Torres. Lawrence leaves behind 3 Godchildren, Kyle Ortega, Andrea Harvey and Sara Sierra, lifelong friend Lawrence Sierra and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.

Lawrence spent his younger years doing various outdoor activities with his Dad, Mom and siblings. His favorite things to do were fishing, camping and visiting his extended family up north in Las Vegas, NM. As he got older, he enjoyed hunting with his brother Michael and his niece Cynthia, attending family gatherings and going to classic rock concerts. One of his favorite past times was riding motorcycles with his compadre Lawrence. They were able to fit in a cross country trip at one point and that was a real highlight for him. Lawrence was a football fanatic and had a lifetime loyalty to the Washington Redskins.

Lawrence grew up around the Propane Industry. His Dad started his own Propane Company in 1973 and Lawrence worked side by side with him learning the ins and outs of the business from a young age. After graduating from Valley High School in 1983, Lawrence continued in the family business. He could tell you all the rules and regulations in reference to propane and could tear apart a LP pump and put it back together like nobody else; the great part was that it wasn't work to him, he really enjoyed it. He spent 45 years in the business and was still working to present day.

Rosary will be recited on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 9:00am, Funeral mass will follow rosary both services will be held at Santa Clara Church in Wagon Mound, NM. Interment will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery in Wagon Mound, NM with the following serving as Pallbearers: Samuel Lujan Robert Lujan Carlos Cordova Jose Harris Abel Harris Kyle Ortega Cynthia Davis Josiah Lovato Lawrence Sierra Ronnie Martinez Honorary Pallbearers: Mike Ortega, Darwin Atwood and Christopher Lujan.

Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary, 600 Reynolds Avenue, Las Vegas, NM 87701, 505-425-3511 or 1-800-479-3511.