Ezequiel Joe Ortiz
August 22, 1960 - February 1, 2014
Ezequiel Joe Ortiz
“Zeke”
August 22, 1960 – February 1, 2014
With his loving family by his side, our brother ,uncle and friend joined his mom, dad, sister, brother and many others family members who have preceded him.
Zeke’s big, contagious smile, laugh, and fun-loving/big-hearted attitude was always there to help. He was our Knight in Shining Armor. Zeke was a graduate of Kearns High Clas of 1979. He coached and played softball for First Step Recovery and was a valued employee of WalMart. Zeke enjoyed fishing, teasing his nieces, nephews, and watching the Utah Jazz.
He is survived by his brother Mike Ortiz, sisters Mary Ann (Jack) Tillery, Bennie (Sam) Barton, Judy (Doug) Newman, Lisa (Robert) Andrade, Mary Ortiz Matthews, Terrie (Geno) Montoya, Jerrie (Joe) Trujillo; 24 nieces, nephews; and many cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.
Friends may call upon the family on Wednesday, February 5th from 7:00 until 9:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Park in the Granite Credit Union and access the building from the South entrance.
Thank you to IHC staff, doctors and Kurt Bangerter of the neuro ICU for their excellent care of our brother.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the First Step House at http://www.firststephouse.org/Donation.html
In Loving Memory
Zeke your smiles tells Us who you are, you have the Greatest since of Humor and your laugh well is different. We flirt with each other at one point, but for Fun. Im just so Grateful to have meet a Wonderful person like you. I saw the picture with you and I and honestly I don't remember taking it, but two Big smiles made Us Great family, and You accepted me as your Niece. When I heard you were sick my heart ached and I started to Pray that you would Get Well soon. Then when I recieved the call my Heart started to cry. You left life too soon here on earth, but Your soul remains in Us. We look up at the sky and see the brightest star, and I say there is Zeke shining bright, cuz You are now God's Precious Angel.. You are now the Families Guardian Angel. Filled with Loving, BEAUTIFUL Memories You left behind, Zeke you are Missed by so many and We All Love You. R.I.P To your Brother Mike and All your Sister's I Love You, God Be with You All.
Irene Salinas
Glendale, A
Zeke was a very friendly person. I would say hello to him every morning as I came into work at WalMart and he would reply the same. My sincerest condolences at this difficult time
jodi peterson
slc, ut
Rest easy Cuz...we'll miss you!
Ted Martinez
Sandy, Ut
I am so sorry for your loss. Even with a firm hope for the future, death is still accurately described as an enemy in the Bible at 1 Corithians 15:26. So we can't help but feel the void when we lose someone we love. The Bible also holds out a hope that many of our loved ones who have died, will live again. Please, you and your family, find some strength and comfort from knowing that "you may see your loved one again."
Mary Miller
Detroit, Mi
My deepest sympathy to the Ortiz family. Zeke will live on through all of you. I will keep all of you in my thoughts. Love Sandra
Sandra Kelson
La Quinta, Ca
To all the family a message just to say that many warm and heartfelt thoughts are there with you today.
Willie & Marie Romerp
West Jordan, Ut
I have very fond memories of Zeke during our school days. He always made the day more enjoyable with his jokes and his constant smile. What a wonderful person he was. My sincere condolences to the Ortiz family. Rest in peace my friend.
Barbara Vigil Zamarripa
Irvine, Ca
Ortiz family, my deepest condolences. Zeke will always have a special place in my heart. He was one of the kindest and sweetest boys I ever knew. His smile was infectious and would light up the room. He will be missed by so many.
Michelle Starika Greene
Clearfield, UT