Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again”



I was shocked to hear Cathy had passed. It has taken a few weeks for me to process this fact. It is especially sad because she was a very good person. We dated for 4 years and never really broke up, though our relationship was  up and down. We were young and immature. 

As she mentioned, she called me to apologize. That showed her amazing, strong  character. I had held no grudges. Like I said we were young and still figuring things out. I was a bit older and was ready to settle down more. She was materialistic back then, but look at the world we live in. She was also incredibly warm hearted and giving.  On top of that, she held herself to a very high standard and took times for self-reflection. 

Later I think she might have wished she’d settled down. I have often wondered what life would have been like if we had gotten married. I don’t think we were ready, so likely it would have been bad.  She was my first serious girlfriend. 

She turned into a dynamic, independent woman. She was filled with ambition and she found much success.

Thank you Jerry for sharing her thoughts. It hurts to know to know that she’s gone; but reading those thoughts brings some vivid memories of her back every time I read her words. 

Though our lives went in different directions, I never stopped loving her. She  touched my life in a good and permanent way; for that, I am very lucky. I will miss you Cathy!!!

I will forever miss Cathy’s bright smile, that joyous laugh & those gorgeous eyes.  I’ve always admired her spirit & strength.... since we were little girls. 
Our hearts are breaking, knowing that she’s no longer with us, but I find comfort knowing that Cathy is at peace, in Heaven, with Grama Rosa now🌹.  Until we see Cathy again... she will always loved & missed. 

There are so many words that describe my cousin Jasmine like accomplished, determined,  dedicated, strong, courageous,  loving, caring, adventurous and most of all a WARRIOR.  Everytime my husband Sinuhe and I visited Denver we always made time to see Cathy, Jerry and Aunt Bori. She was there to congratulate us when we got engaged in Denver. Took us on many adventures from trail walking into Boulder, playing pool, dancing out on the town, bbq at the lake, introducing us to a Vegan restaurant to taking a hike at Garden of the Gods. So many memories will be forever cherished. She never showed weakness and always chased her dreams no matter how difficult it was.  I admired Cathy for chasing her dreams and Iam so proud of all she had accomplished.  I will always remember you Cathy and will miss you dearly. Till we meet again. 

I had the pleasure of meeting Jasmine and getting to know her mum this past year. I shared this with her mum and she suggested I share on here, in hopes of it speaking to someone and giving some peace. I'm so thankful I got to meet Jasmine... loved her spunk even amidst her challenge.

Taken from Soul Sunday's - Gary Zukav

The soul is your mother ship. So when you're sailing in the same direction that it wants to go, your life fills with meaning and purpose. And when you sail in another direction, it empties of meaning and purpose. You are a personality. That means you were born on a certain day and you'll die on a certain day. But your soul won't die. Your soul is you also. We're on a journey to the soul, while we're here in this span between birth and death. Think of yourself as a body in a soul......







Cathy had a way with words and could brighten a room with her smile and her big beautiful Hazel eyes.  She was the girliest of girls, with her designer wardrobe and shoe collection sporting brand names like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Chanel (hope I spelled those correctly), and her blinged up condo...But she was also a Tomboy who loved fast cars, big trucks, and motorcycles.  I will miss our annual traditions of going to the Drag Races, Monster Truck Shows, and Classic Car shows, but I will miss our camping trips the most.  Cathy always seemed to glow, and was in her element with nature.  

I met Jasmine online through Facebook after a friend of mine asked a question about becoming vegan and being a kidney patient. She helped me with advice that I needed at that time. I hoped that one day I would get the chance to thank her in person, but now I can only do that through prayers.

I wish you (the family) all the love, support, kindness and understanding for this period of loss and grief

Kind regards and a shower of hugs and kisses
Nihaila Henriquez 

This trip was looooong overdue. Cathy never left my side when I was in Colorado. She really knew the meaning of family and made sure I had a great time when I was out there. 

I have always admired Cathy’s beauty and articulation. She should have been a writer. We had an amazing night dancing in SF. 

This was one of the funnest times I remember in my childhood. Cathy and Jerry were always so much fun. Free spirits. 

OBITUARY

Catherine "Jasmine" Ortegon

November 9, 1972 – February 14, 2020

Olinger Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery - Crown Hill

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