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1944
DIED
2007
David Ortega Obituary
David Ledesma Ortega Sr., 63, began his journey to an unexplored frontier on Dec. 20, 2007.
David was born Aug. 26, 1944, in Oxnard. He was a lifelong resident of Ventura County.
David was a proud member of the Hells Angels motorcycle club for 29 years. He loved traveling the country with his brothers and was always one of the first ones to the club runs and one of the last ones to leave. Everyone around him was drawn to his larger than life personality.
David was an artisan genius. He was an inventor and entrepreneur. He enjoyed working with stone, metal, wood and anything else that he could get his hands on. He could draw anything, make anything and fix everything.
David is survived by his brothers, Bonifacio "Barney" Ortega of Maine, Richard Ortega of Ventura, Ruben Ortega of Oxnard; son, David L. Oretega Jr., of Ventura and Willow Creek; daughter, Marcie Ortega and her children Jessica L. Ortega of Ojai and David M. Oretega of Ventura; and several Ortega and Ledesma cousins, nieces and nephews. David leaves behind several dear family members and friends, Michele Chapin, David Jr.'s, grandmother, Ruby Abel and former wife, Raylene Ortega. He will be especially missed by longtime friend Sandy Hribernick and her daughter Sarah Wade; and all the worldwide members of the Hells Angels motorcycle club.
David was preceded in death by his father and mother, Bonifacio Ortega and Mary Ledesma Ortega; and brother, Danny Ortega.
Viewing will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28 at Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Home, 757 E. Main St., Ventura. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29 at Santa Clara Catholic Church, 323 South E St., Oxnard. A burial service will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery, 2370 North H St., Oxnard.
Memorial contributions can be made to the HAMC West Coast, c/o Mike Lynch, P.O. Box 314, Morro Bay, CA 93442.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Home.
Fly on, fly on
Past the Speed of Sound,
We[']d Rather See You Up,
Than See You Down.
Leave Us if You Need To,
We Will Still Remember,
Angel Flying Too Close
To the Ground.
--Willie Nelson
His laugh, his smile and the twinkle in his eye will resonate in our hearts forever!
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Patricia siuda
January 6, 2021
He was my uncle who I miss a lot God let him rest in peace
Raylene Ortega
August 28, 2016
Thinking of you on your Birthday Aug 26 and everyday too miss your laugh and smiles Your Always in our thoughts Grandpa Dave love you always Jessica and Raylene
Wendy Wilson
September 5, 2015
Just now found out you are no longer with us. I loved you..
Raylene Ortega
January 27, 2015
There is not a day that goes by with out thinking of you we miss you all the time
Terri Patton
November 14, 2013
David, I never forgot you. You were always so nice to me. Your little notes on my car and calling yourself a bungologist and bvt. later bud
Jessica Ortega
August 26, 2013
Celebrating your life, and remembering you on this special day. Happy birthday Grandpa.
pablo quintero
April 4, 2013
Dave jr, sorry to hear about your dad. You can always reach me at
[email protected]
Tracie Kelley-McAfee
February 22, 2013
To David Jr. Sorry to hear that your dad passed,he was a great father and friend. I remember when we went to a Grateful Dead concert with your dad and his buddies! We had a great time. Tracie Kelley-McAfee :-)
David Ortega
February 3, 2013
Dad I think of you every day and when I do I smile and I cry dad I really miss you a lot I love you.
Jessica Ortega
December 20, 2012
I always think about you. Especially this day every year. We miss and love you Grandpa.
Brandy Mathers
May 11, 2011
I met Dave when I was around 7years old,when he and my Dad hit a tree on Ocean Ave.&San Clemente "back in 1976,they shared some scar stories after that and to this day or the last time I was in Ventura that tree still wears a scar as well. Now my Dad has his old buddy Dave to raise hell in heaven. Dave was one of last real bikers, and now he is with the real angels, laughing loud with my Dad.
Sarah Wade
February 3, 2011
Still think about you all the time. Miss your laugh!
Gary Walker
October 14, 2010
It was about 30 years ago when I had met Dave. The man has talent. We met through his son Dave Jr. My heart goes out to Sandy and Dave Jr. and all who knew him. Gary Walker (Pacific, MO)
Jennifer Cronkright
May 28, 2009
I only met you one time...but my mother spoke very highly of you all of my life...tell her i love and miss her...you were a good friend to her, so my respect is yours. May you rest in peace.
monica
March 9, 2009
dont know you but i just keep on looking for you.Must of been a very kind man!!!It's kinda funny because i was actually looking for an old friend of mine and for the 4th time you have popped up.So i figured i may as well let you know.Well I'll keep you and your loved ones in my daily prayers.God blss you.
The
Lanny Moore
October 2, 2008
What a GREAT memory!
You will be missed...........
Lanny & Naomi Moore
May 29, 2008
David, You for many years were a rock solid friend and brother to me and I will miss you greatly. Until we ride again in the sky brother!
Lumux
Tess
March 13, 2008
Thanks for being solid like a rock when listenig is all I needed you were there for me. I will miss you.
Jessica Ortega
February 14, 2008
Happy Valentine's Day Grandpa.I have thought about you all day, I've cried a couple times but I guess thats what happens when you love and miss someone as much as I do you.
michele chapin
February 11, 2008
January 30, 2008
"Can I help you"...were the first words you spoke to me 18 years ago...and not a day goes by where some words of wisdom, funny memories and stories don't come to mind as I walk thru the studio wondering where It all came from..we finished a monumental granite sculpture..and the black hat we bought with that final payment....you made great drawings and carvings..you taught he how to drill straight holes and turn on a computor...you helped me find my backbone..your eyes twinkled...your dimples..and the he he he in your laugh..your smiling and laughing in all of my photos....you loved kids, and helped me teach them to carve..you invented and fixed everything...I vowed to take care of you and you let me...you were the first Hells Angel I ever knew, and my closest friend...the love and respect from your Hells Angel brothers, friends, and family were always a trip...endless batches of coffee and chocolate chip cookies...and meals and parties in the garden over good food and conversions..my friends all love you...their letters have poured in for weeks..you fixed all of their sculptures,and listened to their problems,,,the 9 cats and toots....31/2 were yours ....in the hospital you said you missed me, us, and the life we had...so do I...I can't see you but I feel your presence everywhere I go...and the answer to your wish is "yes I will"...always. Happy Valentines Day..I found the one you made me.. Heebe the Wild Man...love Betty Crocker, your Desert Warfar Camel
Trudie Harvey
February 1, 2008
David,
May you rest in peace and watch over us all. My love to David Jr. You both were always so kind to me.
Trudie
Dona & Paul W.
January 26, 2008
Dave,
You were a wonderful man with a very kind spirit. I will miss watching you work on your art at Stoneworks and you expertise. You knew alot about ALOT!
Remembering you with love,
Sandie
January 21, 2008
Dave, I will forever love you, and you will remain in my heart. Thank you for all the memories of years gone by. You were a inspiration to all who knew and loved you.
Sandy, Dave and Sarah. Willie Nelson Concert 2006
Sarah McCaslin-Wade
January 11, 2008
People have very few comforts in this world. Some are comforted by money, worldly posessions, and other frivolous "things". However, my comfort comes from the love of the people in my life and Dave loved me. The last words he spoke to me I will cherish forever. He told me a few days before he passed, that I had made him so happy, I tearfully returned the compliment, and those were his last words to me. I will miss him more than words or emotions can describe. He has been a part of my life as long as I can remember and I thank him for all the wondeful childhood memories that he gave me, all the adult wisdom that he shared with me, and the time that we spend together. I will never forget you, Dave, and you once told me that people never leave you, but they are always in your heart. Dave will always be in my heart.
Cyndi Castro
January 10, 2008
My heart goes out to the family and friends of David. He was a man with the heart of a lion and carried so much wisdom. It was an honor to have known him and he will be truly missed. Spread your wings and ride wild and free now.
Love and respect always,
Joker (Ventura)
Mark and Peggy Jo Lynch
January 9, 2008
So great are the memories of us all to have shared in the bonds of friendship..After 30+ years You will be missed...Soar on for us all
Mark & Peggy Jo, Santa Barbara
Sarah
January 9, 2008
Unfortunately, I did not find out that David O had passed until the day after his funeral. Ever since then, I've just gone over some great memories of him in my mind. He was one of the nicest men I've ever met with a great sense of humor. I still have the drawing he made of me. I was actually a little afraid of him at first, but as I got to know him, I realized what a big heart he had. I will miss him dearly. He was always a good friend to me. Rest in peace David, and keep riding.
Dawn Hubbard
January 8, 2008
Do not stand by my grave & weep
I am not here
I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am a diamonds glint on snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am a gentle autumn rain
When you awake in the morning hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
of birds circling in flight
I am the soft-star shine at night
Do not stand by my grave & cry
I am not here
I did not die
Lorraine Shinder
January 7, 2008
My sympathies to David's family. I haven't seen David in many years, but when I knew him, he called me "Teacher" because I was going to school to get my teaching credential and he encouraged me to finish school. I remember that he was a terrific artist and one of the few people who said, "Call me if you ever need anything" and really meant it. He was a kind soul and will be missed.
Lorraine Shinder
Debbie Smith
January 6, 2008
A Great Man what an Honor to have known you. Your kind hearted incouragements i will allways remember. thank you.
MS.VICKIE perryman
January 3, 2008
DAVID YOU WERE ONE OF BIG AL'S HERO'S SO OF COARSE YOU WERE ONE OF MINE AT ANY GATHERING ALBERT ALWAYS SENT ME OUT TO FIND YOU YOU TWO WERE THE LIFE OF THE PARTY WERE EVER YOU WERE, IS WERE THE PARTY WAS I HAVE KNOWN YOU SINCE 1981 USA RUN AND HAVE ALWAYS FELT LIKE FAMILY DAVID SAY HI TO THE FELLAS AND MY BIG DADDY I WILL BE THERE SOME DAY UNTILL THEN YOU LIVE IN MY HEART AND MIND MS. VICKIE PERRYMAN
Mona Tracy
January 2, 2008
My sincere sympathy to Michele, David's family, and his many HA brothers. He was a dear friend to me and I will miss him more than words can express. What a wonderful man who left us far too early. Rest in Peace and thank you for all you did for me. I will NEVER forget you. Love forever, Mo
Susan Wagner (Hobbs)
January 1, 2008
Rest in Peace. I am not amazed by the number of people David touched in his life with his goodness and wisdom. So many are grieving him leaving. Sympathy goes out to his loving family.
January 1, 2008
David Ortega's life was ALWAYS behind his patch.!!!Most people did'nt know him as I did,when he was a ?. He was always a proud man and LOVED by all. .....GOD needed another angel,and took one of the best. GOD BLESS HIM,...... LOVE & RESPECT, ALWAYS.......TIM, VENTURA.
Cuckoo
December 31, 2007
The amount of respect shown yesterday at David's service and funeral was amazing and would have made him proud. I was so proud to be a part of his life and a dear friend to him. He will be greatly missed. With love and the ultimate of respect, Cuckoo
Jessica Ortega
December 30, 2007
Grandpa I love you and I miss you dearly. My heart and soul cry every time I think of you gone. You have made me stonger and smarter, I hope I've made you proud.
To everyone who knew my grandpa, Thank You for being his friends and loving him.
Richard Martin Olivera
December 30, 2007
We'll meet again oneday...
jan
December 30, 2007
David was a great guy so sorry he had to leave us so soon, but in time we will all see him again
Charles Cowans
December 29, 2007
David Jr. was one of my best friends since 3rd grade. When I met
David Sr. he was very intimidating,
but was a very kind soul. He opened
his house to me many times and would do anything to help a friend.
My heart goes out to David's family. He will be missed greatly.
MITCH McAuley
December 29, 2007
I will miss ya Brother, but I'll see you again.
MITCH
ROCHESTER
Rhonda B
December 28, 2007
A truly wonderous man you Will always Be David. I can still recall the days. You rode hard and free. Rest peacefully now, brother. With love.
Andrea connies daughter
December 28, 2007
one of the most respected men in all of the world is now amongst us in mind and spirit. you taught my mother about respect and life it self, and that she has passed on to me. she will miss you along with ALL of us. i have more respect for you than you will ever know. and my heart truly aches for all that have lost you.
connie boe
December 28, 2007
much love and respect you will be missed,god speed, my deepest sympathy to all who have lost you. with love connie boe
Lynda D
December 28, 2007
You are a remarkable and talented person. You will be greatly missed by all who knew you.
Gayle Newton
December 28, 2007
My condolences to David's family, friends and Angels.
I will miss you David. I will miss your laughter, unmerciful teasing and friendship. Thanks for being my friend all these years.
Jacque Meyer Murphy
December 28, 2007
David you will be missed! What a cool cat! Thank you for helping me when I needed it!
Mommie Dearest-VTA
December 28, 2007
Sending lovefelt condolences to all Davids Brothers, family,
(sandy & daughter who were always there by your side.......)
and loved ones. To lose such a unique and great person as David, is the most terrible and painful loss.U will B missed so much...
With All L & R.... 4 always........
and 4 ever......da 1 from back east
Dave Tice
December 27, 2007
God speed Dave. I lived around the corner from the club house, and when I took my dog for a walk, we would sit on the dock across the street and chat. Keep the rubber side down. and ride hard.
December 27, 2007
thank you for your kindness thru the years. you shall be missed! L&R shell.shell hodgin vta.
December 27, 2007
David:
Thanks for the memories. As I said before...we will fly again!!
Peacock
DIANA S
December 27, 2007
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU MICHELE AND DAVID'S FAMILY . IT WAS ALWAYS NICE TO SEE YOU GUYS, YOU WERE TRUELY A UNIQUE COUPLE.DAVID WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU HE IS NOW THAT ANGEL RIDEING IN THE HEAVENS ABOVE.GOD BLESS YOU.
DIANA (METRO-MED)
Karen (Carrot) Fields
December 27, 2007
Dave,I've always respected You and will miss the visits! Thank You for the memories and the lessons.You are one of a kind and will be dearly missed.
Elaine Byrd
December 27, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
lori franklin
December 27, 2007
David you will be greatly missed love and respect Lori and Chris Franklin
Trisha H.
December 26, 2007
You will be missed by many David. May you rest in peace- Trisha.
jerry horton
December 26, 2007
the person that gave me talent to be the what i am today you will always in our hearts
Just one of the many memories....forever in my heart
Dee Anderson / Corpolongo
December 26, 2007
Knowing you for 29 years, I knew one of the Best, a man of many talents, with a heart as good as gold. You will be missed by many,
and loved forever more.
With all Love and Respect Forever,
Dee Corpolongo and family
S.A.S.
December 26, 2007
David was truly a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. Thanks for the memories David. May you rest in peace.
Denise Brown
December 26, 2007
David, you were one I always had to seek out and say hi to if you were close by. You were a hero in lifes book. You'll never be far away, the memories will always live in my heart.
You had the eye of a tiger and the hand of an artist with a vision.
Peace to you and yours,
Sandie S
December 26, 2007
Thoughts and memories of you have often flooded my mind over the years. You are one very special man and will always hold a special place in my heart.
James Ivans
December 26, 2007
David was one of them books you picked up and you couldent put down no mater how hard you tried! im gunna miss you bro so much. say hi to my pops. much love and respect Jumbo HAMCV
Sara Whitcomb
December 26, 2007
Thank you for touching ny life and leaving behind memories of a true friend. You will be missed...
John Harman
December 26, 2007
So sorry to David's family. Hadn't seen him in years but enjoyed him since I first met him when he was with the ? marks, then with the angels. He was a good man
Jimbo Moraga
December 26, 2007
My dear friend, you will be missed. My heart goes out to all the family.
Rory Ledesma
December 25, 2007
May God bless you, and the family in this time of sorrow.Rory Ledesma
Sue Thomas
December 25, 2007
Thank You for just being my friend forever, will miss you a lifetime! Ride on David!Love ya
Joe Z
December 24, 2007
The Epitomy of a Hells Angel. The coolest man to ever walk the earth. You will truly be missed by so many. You will always ride with Sonoma County.
L&R Always
Sonoma Joe
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