- Date Of Birth: November 1, 1943
- Date Of Death: May 24, 2019
- State: Pennsylvania
Jose A. Ortiz, 75, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 24, 2019 at Manor Care, Bethlehem, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the husband of Miguelina “Mickey” Ortiz, with whom he shared over 52 years. Born in Salinas, PR, he was the son of the late Angel Ortiz and Josefina (Torres) Vega. Jose worked as a painter for Dectis Paint Company. He was a member of Local #1269 Painter’s Union. Jose enjoyed gardening and was an avid Nascar fan.
Survivors: In addition to his wife Mickey; children Jesse Ortiz of Bethlehem, Diana Ortiz of Bethlehem and Joseph Ortiz of Northampton; siblings Roberto Vega and Wilfredo Vega; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Jose was preceded in death by his siblings Carmen Rivera and Virgen Torres.
