
Dear Grandpa, 

Words cannot express how heartbroken I am. I remain strong and grateful that I had someone who loved me so much. I will miss you mariachi singing my name song every time I entered the house. I'm glad I told you how I felt about you before you passed away. You're a blessing from heaven. And I'm lucky you met and spent time with my son while you could. I love you forever grandpa 

Korrin

Though I only met you a time or two, through Laura I felt as if I knew you very well.  You gave so much to your family and I could sense that just by the stories I heard over the years.  To all of the sons and daughters, so sorry for the finality and the sadness.  To all the grandchildren, you had a great man to look up to.  I am very sorry for your loss.   Debbie Vivirito, co-worker of Laura

Hi pops,
Though you are no longer physically here I see your presence in the smiles, I hear your voice, I feel the love in all of my brothers and sisters. You will always exist in all of us and for that you will keep on living. Our hearts will never be empty because you have filled them with unconditional love and we will never be lost because you have taught us with guidance and direction. There are no good byes here, only see you later's...so until then I ask that you watch over mom and the whole  family and  give Arturo a big hug for us. ???? con mucho amor

Grandpa,
I have been so lucky to have you as my grandpa. You taught me so much about life. You had one of the biggest hearts a genuine person could have. You always did everything out of love regardless of the situation. You always accepted everyone for who they were and never shut the door on anyone. You had one of the best sense of humors and I loved to see you laugh. I am thankful for always sharing every moment of life and laughter together. Our vacations to Mexico together and our spanish jokes especially. Our birthday is on the same day and we always shared our birthday together, blew the candles out together, and cut the cake together. You will always have a special place in my heart grandpa. I want you to know I am missing you so much. You were a true fighter grandpa I will always treasure our special memories together. I love you so much grandpa and until we meet again . Te quiero mucho abuelito!

Jessica Ortiz

Grandpa, more than anything I am thankful for you, proud of you, and inspired by you. I'm sad that you have left us, and that the greatest love story I have ever known has come to an end, but I'm happy your not in pain anymore , and that you have family on the other side to welcome you with open arms....My sister and cousin have waited such a long time to get to play with you, hear your laugh, jokes and stories, to have special nicknames and songs made just for them....That past my own grief I can only feel happy and grateful that you get to experience each others love once again....Love You , See you soon. Xoxoxo-- Tu Mandolini Chocolini

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sorry for your loss.

Again so sorry for your loss of your Dad.. May he Rest in Peace and my he always be un your Hearts.

Sincerest condolences to the Ortiz family. I loved working with Juan at Engelhard and always enjoyed seeing him at our reunions. He was a good man and will be missed. Best, Cathy

Hey grandpa all I really want to say is that I will always love you no matter what. You have made a huge impact on my life during the past 13 almost 14 years of it but I still can't believe that your gone It just doesn't feel right. How can god take someone who is so pure away from his family? But this is not a goodbye it is just a long see you later... Please tell art hey for me up there. I love you grandpa always and forever.

Hi pops, 
though you are not physically here anymore I still see your smile, hear your laughter,feel the  love and security in all my brothers and sisters.  There truly was a reason why there were so many of us and that is to take care MOM.You always planned ahead.Our  hearts will never be empty because you filled them with nothing but unconditional love and we will never be lost because you raised us with guidance and direction?.Until  we see each other again, watch over  us and give the family up there hugs and kisses .Arturo take care of our pops?

Words can never express the gratitude I will always feel because I had you for a father. You taught me so much about life. Thank You for being there for me and for sharing your life with me. You were a great Dad, an amazing Grandfather and my personal Hero. I will always honor your memory and one day, we will all be together again.

Dad you are missed and loved.  Thank you for giving me the gift of a great sense of humor,  thank you for always taking the time and always attending Lillian's events and birthday parties. You were an amazing dad it was a privilege to be your daughter. Thanks for all the big sticks and 50 50 bars! I love you! !

Maria, John and kids, 
We are so sorry for your loss of your beloved dad. The photo gallery was so wonderful to see.  I'm so grateful to your parents for bringing you into this world, so I can be your friend. Your dad has left your family with such a wonderful legacy of love, and strength. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tricia, Scott, Sydney and Ian Stanier

John and Maria
Our thought and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Please accept our sincere condolences and the support of all your dear friends. May your faith be your strength at this time and as you look forward to the future in this life blessed by the memories of your father. Que en paz descanse!

Dad, you gave us life and love, strength and wisdom. You taught us to be fair and open to everything and everyone, and that there is always a joke in there somewhere! Your resilience was nothing if not miraculous. We will miss you and all your nicknames, but we are forever part of you and your legacy.

Condolences to the Ortiz & Ferry families; this was one of the GOOD GUYS.
Celebrate his long, wonderful life and cherish his memory; I pray for strength for you, one and all. My years at Engelhard (E.I.W.I.) may have ended 29 years ago but they seem like YESTERDAY to me now. Mr. Ortiz & staff were among my favorites there. Blessings on your families.

To the Ortiz family my heart goes out to your loss. Your family has been part of my life for years and your father has always been a good man that took care of his family. I remember he would always tell me why I dont speak spanish and I would just smile. My prayers go out to ALL of you.

Dad, you put up a good fight until the end but, we are happy you are at peace and in such a beautiful place now.  Thank you for your teachings, your time, the lessons of life you shared, and for the love you showed us all...You will be missed!!  Say hello to Mr. Gomez, Arturo & Jesse Barba III, for us. Until we meet again.....

To Hector and Esther,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I know that this is a difficult time, but I hope that you can find some comfort in knowing that your dad is in a much better place and that no longer has to suffer. 
May God bless you and your family.

We are gonna miss you Mr. Ortiz. :(  Thank you for everything!! You were a fighter till the very end! Say hello to my dad for me.  :) and till we meet again!!

OBITUARY

Juan Fernando Ortiz

October 14, 1939 – March 28, 2014

Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary

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