Victoriano Cortez

Victoriano nació en Acuitzeramo, Michoacán, el 9 de noviembre de 1938. Posteriormente se mudó a Zacapu, Michoacán, que se convirtió en su ciudad favorita. Finalmente, se mudó a Somerton, Arizona, pasó una breve temporada en Oxnard, California, y finalmente se estableció en Yuma, Arizona, donde estableció su residencia permanente.

Se casó con Eloisa Cortez y tuvieron 11 hijos, de los cuales 10 sobreviven Lourdes C. Sanchez, Jaime Cortes, Irma C. Beas, Carlos Cortez, Maria S. Cortez Lerma, † niño Victor Cortes, Ana L. Cortes-Kochis, Victor M. Cortez, Eloisa Kim, Monica Cortez y Julio C. Cortez, 29 nietos y 24 bisnietos.

El vino a los Estados Unidos por parte del Bracero Program, trabajando en la agricultura y después emigró a su familia. Victoriano se jubiló como mayordomo agrícola. Dedicó su vida laboral en búsqueda de una vida mejor para su familia y sus futuras generaciones. Con su esfuerzo incansable, sembró las semillas de oportunidad que seguirán creciendo a través de los ańos.

En su tiempo libre, Victoriano disfrutaba de escuchar música, cocinar y cuidar sus plantas. Fue un miembro activo de la Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción, donde dejó una huella significativa en la comunidad.

Las palabras favoritas de Victoriano eran "Ya levántense mis querubines", "apaguen las luces", "hay que ser hogareños", frases que reflejan su carácter y espíritu y "la burra no era arisca, la hicieron".

La familia Cortez desea expresar un agradecimiento especial a todos los cuidadores y ayudantes que asistieron en el cuidado de nuestro padre, así como a los amigos y familiares que lo visitaron y cuidaron de él. Gracias.

Finalmente, agradecemos a nuestro papá, por ser devoto para sus hijos y mostrarnos el camino correcto.

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Victoriano was a beloved, brave, hardworking, honest, and faithful man.

Victoriano was born in Acuitzeramo, Michoacán, on November 9, 1938. He later moved to Zacapu, Michoacán, which became his favorite city. Finally, he moved to Somerton, Arizona, spent a brief period in Oxnard, California, and finally settled in Yuma, Arizona, where he established his permanent residence.

He married Eloisa Cortez and they had 11 children, of whom 10 survive: Lourdes C. Sanchez, Jaime Cortes, Irma C. Beas, Carlos Cortez, Maria S. Cortez Lerma, † Baby boy Victor Cortes, Ana L. Cortes-Kochis, Victor M. Cortez, Eloisa Kim, Monica Cortez, and Julio C. Cortez, as well as 29 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.

He came to the United States as a Bracero Program worker, working in agriculture, and later emigrated with his family. Victoriano retired as a farm foreman. He dedicated his working life to the pursuit of a better life for his family and future generations. With his tireless efforts, he planted seeds of opportunity that will continue to grow through the years.

In his free time, Victoriano enjoyed listening to music, cooking, and tending his plants. He was an active member of the Church of the Immaculate Conception, where he left a significant mark on the community.

Victoriano's favorite words were "Arise, my cherubs," "Turn off the lights", "Let's be home loving," and "The donkey wasn't unfriendly, they made her", phrases that reflect his character and spirit.

The Cortez family would like to express a special thanks to all the caregivers and helpers who assisted in our father's care, as well as to the friends and family who visited and cared for him. Thank you.

Finally, we thank our dad for being devoted to his children and showing us the right path.