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Patricia Ortiz Obituary
Born March 17, 1953, to Ignacio "Nacho" and Mary Paz Vela, Patricia lived her life and raised her family in Waco. Always full of love and compassion, she leaves behind a rich legacy of kindness for others, an open heart for those in need, and her strength of mind and spirit that is most apparent in her grandchildren, whom she took so much pride and pleasure in helping to raise.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Vela; and grandmother, Soledad "Momma Chole" Garcia, whom she lovingly spoke of and has now been joyfully reunited with.
The family members she leaves behind to honor her memory include her father, Ignacio "Nacho" Vela, Uncle Lloyd Vela; Uncle Cruz and wife, Pauline Garcia; Aunt Betty and husband, Manuel Pate–a; sister, Doloris and husband, Henry Prieto; brothers, Cruz and Margie Vela, and Ruben Vela; son, Christopher Ortiz; son, Jesus and Teresa Ortiz and their children, Elizabeth, Patricia Rose, Antonio, Miguel; son, Isaac and Kerry Ortiz and their children, Christopher, Jaymes, Isaac Reign, Samuel and Raven "Michelle" Gonzalez; daughter, Soledad and David Urrabazo and their children, Dominic, Tifany, Eric, Julian, Lia, and Patrik; son, Sebestian Ortiz; daughter, Rosalinda and Michael Blunk and their children, Zachary and wife, Liz, and Brittany; and great-granddaughter, Layla.
Pallbearers will be Jesus R. Ortiz, Isaac R. Ortiz, Sebestian A. Ortiz, Jason Cruz Vela, Anthony Cruz Vela, Dominic X. Urrabazo, Eric M. Urrabazo, and Christopher M. Ortiz.
Her commitment to those she loved is superseded only by the love that everyone shares for her. As we try to carry on without her and the sound of her laughter, everyone will always remember her smile and say, "We Love You, Momma Pat."
The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Memorial Guestbook" at www.BrazosFuneralHome.com.
March 17, 1953 - February 21, 2012
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Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Ortiz
Frances Guerra-Perez
February 24, 2012
For all of Pat's family...it saddens my heart to read of her passing. She will continue to live in your hearts because of all the memories you have shared. How time gets away from all of us...I went to South Junior High with Pat and only saw her one time after that...she had just become a mom; she was happy.
Sarah Guajardo
February 24, 2012
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
JoAnn Moreno
February 23, 2012
Since the day u accepted me in your family I knew it would be eternal, its been a while since I'd talked to u but u will remain in my heart forevers. My heart and prayers go out to the family....God Bless
Love "Jojo" and "Ocho"
February 23, 2012
Pat,
We were sorry to hear that you had passed on. Our thoughts and
prayers are with your children.
With Love,
George, Linda,April and Felicia Ortiz
February 23, 2012
PAT YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER, WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU, TIA POLLY AND TIO CRUZ, ANESIA AND ABELLA
Rest In Peace
Soley Urrabazo
February 23, 2012
Soledad Urrabazo
February 23, 2012
We all love you so much mom. We know you are in a better place and are out of pain. We will be okay and take care of each other as a family the way you would have wanted it to be. We will see you soon momma, and until then you will always be in my heart. I will see you everyday in my childrens faces and know that you are always with me. I Love You, Momma
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