Joseph Manuel Ortiz Sr.'s Obituary
Racine-Joseph Manuel Ortiz Sr., 72, passed away peacefully at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on Saturday, December 12, 2020.
Joseph was born to the late Miguel and Anna (nee Corlorez) Ortiz on August 10, 1948, in Racine. He was united in marriage to Sylvia Rodriguez on June 14, 1968, also in Racine. Joseph worked at J.I Case for 30 years and then went on to work for Lawter for 11 years. He enjoyed going to the casino and playing Blackjack. Joseph loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Left to cherish Joseph’s memory is his loving wife, Sylvia; three children: Joseph M. Ortiz Jr., Yvonne M. (Gerardo) Diaz, and Elizabeth S. Gomez; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Michael (Marylou) Ortiz; sister, Caroline (Ramon) Rios; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
According to Joseph’s wishes, cremation will take place.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff and hospice at Froedtert Hospital along with Davita Dialysis for their wonderful care of Joseph.
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