Jose Antonio Ortiz

Jose Antonio Ortiz Jr, 70, went to be with Our Heavenly Father Friday September 18th, 2020. God blessed Maria Leonor Santiago and Jose Antonio Ortiz Sr. with his birth on September 13, 1950 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He moved to Waukegan at the age of 24.

Jose and his wife, Victoria, started their loving relationship 47 years ago. This February 27th they celebrated 44 years of marriage. From their union they have their four children - Iris, Maria, Jose and Eduardo.

He worked as a dental technician for Aesthetic Dental Lab for 26 years. He had been a member of the Puerto Rican Society. He enjoyed making jewelry, playing the cuatro, fishing, traveling, drawing, cooking and family time. He especially enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters and taking them out to eat.

He is survived by his wife, Victoria, their children, Iris (Damond) Singleton, Maria (Luis) Ruvalcaba, Jose (Tracy) and Eduardo, his granddaughters, Jazlin, Abbygal, Leonor and Jalexy. He was preceded in death by his parents Maria Leonor and Jose Sr, his step father Hector Luis Alvardo, brothers Melvin and Luisito.

Services will be held at Memorial Chapel Funeral Home located at 1521 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085 with memorial from 4-8pm on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 and funeral service at 10am on Thursday, September 24, 2020. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations towards funeral costs.

In consideration of the safety of our guests and associates, Memorial Chapel Funeral Home will adhere to the current gathering restrictions in the state of Illinois, which allow 50 or fewer guests at services. Proper social distancing must be practiced and all guests will be required to wear facemasks at all times. Thank you for your cooperation. Also, due to Covid-19 there will be no repass.