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Gabriel Ortiz Obituary
Mr. Ortiz was born and raised in Brownsville but was currently residing in Weslaco. He loved his family, grandchildren, and friends more than anything. He also enjoyed cooking and BBQ'ing for them.
Mr. Ortiz retired from Imperial Chemical Industries "ICI Paints" after 20 years of service.
He is preceded in death by his first wife, Anna Arline Ortiz.
Mr. Ortiz is survived by his wife, Graciela Salinas of Pharr; three sons, Gabriel (Ana Garcia) Ortiz Jr. of Donna, Alfonso Ortiz of Weslaco, Alberto (Ysa) Ortiz of Pharr; four grandchildren; numerous siblings, nieces and nephews; and a host friends.
Cremation will take place at Memorial Cremation Center in Edinburg. A memorial service will take place at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2020, via Zoom.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home in San Juan.
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Jesus Gomez
May 15, 2020
Our most heartfelt condolences to Gabrielito, Alfonso and Albert. Take peace in knowing your dad is now resting comfortably with your Mom. Thank you Gabriel for your amazing love and compassion you gave us. We will remember you always and keep your memories alive in our hearts. All our love Jesus and Sonya Gomez
Jesus Gomez
May 15, 2020
Our most heartfelt condolences to Gabrielito, Alonso and Albert. Take peace in knowing your dad is now resting comfortably with your Mom. Thank you Gabriel for your amazing love and compassion you gave us. We will remember you always and keep your memories alive in our hearts. All our love Jesus and Sonya Gomez
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