Helen Ortega

Helen Ortega, 79, passed away on June 11, 2016 in Pasadena, Texas. She was born on February 19, 1937 in Houston, Texas. Helen is preceded in death by her parents, Heribertha and Pedro Diaz; and son Albert Ortega. She is survived by daughter, Mary Castle and husband Tony; son, Victor Ortega and wife Birdie; daughter, Angelita Martinez; 5 grandchildren; and 1 great-grand daughter. The family will receive friends for visitation at Advantage Howard-Glendale Chapel on Thursday, June 16, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with funeral services to take place at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 17, 2016 in the chapel of Howard-Glendale. Interment will follow at 11:30 a.m. in Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery, Houston, Texas.

Mom

No one cry for me.

Just rejoice and know that I am in a better place…

I have been greeted by my loved ones and rest assured it is the best experience.

Walking through the gates of heaven is what I waited for.

I will never leave you alone.

I will be in every sunrise and sun set.

Every rose you smell and see will be a reminder of me.