Martin A. "Bear" Ordaz Sr.

1964 - 2005

Martin A. "Bear" Ordaz Sr., 40, a loving father, husband, brother, uncle, grandfather, son and friend, has gone home to be with the Lord on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2005.

Martin was born in Purepero, Michoacan, Mexico, on Nov. 21, 1964, to Arturo and Angelina Ordaz. Martin came to Camarillo at the age of 6 months and it was there he began his childhood memories. He lived a life filled with many friends and family who will miss him deeply. He was a member of Victory Outreach Church in Oxnard and his greatest passion was to lead people to the Lord. He was well-known for his sense of humor and being able to put a smile on your face.

Martin

There's something we need to say And with these words we'll start Though words can't ever express The loss we feel in our hearts.

So many special memories Keep coming into mind And brother let us tell you You were one of a kind.

You touched so many lives You always brought a smile You always had the heart To go the extra mile.

To people that you knew You brought us tears and laughter We hold you close at heart From now and ever after.

We may not understand Why you're not with us now But God will get the glory To you we make this vow. You didn't die in vain There's a reason you went away We know deep in our heart We'll see you again one day.

So with a tear of joy To you we say so long One day we'll all be there Beside God's great white throne.

There will never be a day Without you in our heart Reminding us that God Brings us a brand new start. See you in heaven, Our beloved brother... -Rico Ramirez,-on behalf of all your loved ones

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." Psalms 116:15

Martin was preceded in death by his mother, Angelina. He is survived by his father and stepmother, Arturo and Elisa Ordaz; wife, Alicia Ortega Ordaz; daughters, Valerie, Erica and Michelle Ordaz; son, Martin "Cubby" Ordaz Jr.; stepdaughter, Dalina Ortega; stepson, Marcos Ruiz Jr.; brothers, Benjamin (wife Raquel) Ordaz, Heriberto (wife Elia) Ordaz, Jose (wife Alicia) Ordaz, Arturo (wife Elisa) Ordaz, Francisco (wife Alicia) Ordaz, Antonio (wife Angelica) Ordaz, George (wife Lisa) Ordaz; nephew, Richard Ordaz; grandson, Anthony; granddaughter, Cassandra; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

For service dates and times, please contact Garcia Mortuary at 1-805-486-9148.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 629 South A St., Oxnard.