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1940
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2017
Pete Ortiz Obituary
Pete Ortiz was called to Heaven on Sept. 14, 2017 at 10:10PM. He was born on October 27, 1940 to Pete M. Ortiz and Sally Barriqas.
His siblings - Joseph Ortiz, Anita Avino, Diane Mancera, Alfred Ortiz, Sally Wilson, Julia Ortiz and Robin Harbert. Surviving siblings, Anita Avino, Alfred Ortiz and Julia Ortiz. Pete was married to Patricia Ortiz for 45 years.
Pete began building things and became a carpenter in the 70's- Later he became a general contractor. He was also a deep sea fisherman, a skydiver, served in the National Guard, was an excellent gardener and loved to cook and catered many affairs especially with his large family. He loved riding his Harley Davidson and was hoping to have a restaurant in Missouri.
His children are Pete Ortiz Jr. Tina Horstman, Sherry Lawler and Vanessa Marcil. He has 8 grandchildren, Chris Ortiz, Shannon Ortiz, Tyler Horstman, Travis Horstman, Aaron Ortiz, Anthony Ortiz, Alyssa Lawler and Kassius Marcil-Green. He has five great grandchildren, Ciara Horstman, Colton Horstman, Logan Kluttz, Kameron Kluttz and Hailey Ortiz.
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Tera Lane
September 25, 2020
THANK YOU, PETE FOR ALWAYS MAKING ME SMILE. I LOVED IT WHEN YOU WOULD CHOOSE ME TO CHECK YOU OUT AT ALPHA BETA IN INDIO...MANY MOONS AGO. YOU ARE MISSED AND LOVED!
Tera Lane
February 7, 2018
You will be sorely missed, Pete. Such sad news to hear of your passing...I will always remember your great smile and handsome face when I would see you at Alph Beta. You always made my day. RIP, MY FRIEND.
Heather
December 19, 2017
Pete,
I never had the opportunity to meet you...however I know you were definitely a good man just because of the beautiful and amazing daughters you have here on this earth. In a sense I feel I know you through your daughter Sherry's eyes, feelings, and words about you. I know you are in the arms of the angels and looking down on the ones you love.
Peace, love, and condolences to your family on earth.
Love, Heather
Sherry Lawler
December 19, 2017
Hi Daddy, I still can't believe you're gone. I miss you so much. I will be forever grateful to all the wonderful people who taught me how to have an honest and open relationship with you. We had a bunch of great years together, many laughs and tons of great food. I will be celebrating Christmas in your house, I know you would love that. I have your hard hat, your jacket, and your tool belt. They hang in my home and remind me of you daily. My favorite thing about you Daddy was the way we could argue, get loud, and no matter what, at the end of our discussions, we laughed and always ended with I love you. I love you Daddy, I miss you.
Susie H
November 10, 2017
You were a good man and I enjoyed many fun times with you riding our Harleys youre in a beautiful place now and youll always be in my thoughts and prayers
Debbie
October 14, 2017
Miss talking to Pete about all of his trees. He is missed
Bob Birt
October 10, 2017
My sympathies go out to the Ortiz and their associated families. From hearing Vanessa speak about her family he must have been an amazing man.
Peter & Lynda Murray
October 2, 2017
Pete................We had some good times working with you, Pat and your crews...........Pat we were saddened to hear the news. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom Berry
October 2, 2017
Pat and kids and Family I am sad that Pete had to leave us,as you know I have been friends with Pete for many years and I am going to miss him. RIP Friend!
Charlotte Rios
October 1, 2017
It has been too many years since we rode together in group. My sympathy and thoughts of comfort to your family.
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