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Gerald "Jerry" Ortega
Sep. 24, 1946 - Mar. 17, 2016
Resident of Union City
Born in Springfield, IL, and entered into rest in Fremont, CA at the age of 69. Survived by his wife, Maria S. Ortega; son, Gerald "Jerry" Ortega, Jr. and his wife Theresa; his pride and joy, his grandson, Stellan William Ortega; brothers: Anthony and Russell Ortega; and nieces and nephews.
Jerry was a U.S. Army veteran, and a member of Knights of Columbus Council #06288 of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. He loved golfing and fishing, and was a die-hard Oakland Raiders fan.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 22nd, from 6-8pm with a Vigil at 6:30pm at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 703 C St., Union City, CA 94587. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 23rd, 11:30am at the church.
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Alan Dunn (1964)
Rest in Peace Jerry
Your old classmate
Alan Dunn
Donald Large (1964)
Jerry was a special guy who was humble and did not realize how cool he was
Gary L. Chapman (1964)
RIP Jerry. I had just contacted him through this incredible website a few months back. We were in different bands around the same time. He was a great guitarist. Really class guy. I will really miss him.
Harry Gualco (1964)
Jerry was a great friend and made my high school experience that much more enjoyable. Rest in Peace my old friend. Harry Gualco
Rick Monge (1964)
Jerry was a great person, easy to get along with and always had kind things to say. So sad to hear of his passing. Rest in Peace Jerry.
Manuel Bustos (1964)
Prayers to your family.remember the everlasting memories you gave your family.Let us forget that forever smile!Also dont forget ,he COULD jump!RIP fellow friend!
Daniel Fuller (1964)
Very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was always one of the nicest guys I knew. Always got a smile from Jerry.
Russell Ortega (1970)
Nice to see so many pay tribute to me brother..Yes...Jerry was a Good man..a great brother..a wonderful father and a Loving Husband..a nd he was a Fine guitar player... So many memories with you Jerry..from the many trips we took with the family to Springfield, Illinois..to the family BBQs as well as camping at Olema...will miss you bro..I hope you are at peace
Ruth Moore (Wilder) (1964)
Jerry was such a cutie patuti and had such a great smile and personality. I always admired his good manners too. So sad to see him go. RIP Jerry!
Jim Watson (1964)
Jerry and I spent a lot of time together on our bicycles running up and down Gardener Blvd. in the late fifties. He was part of a great family in a warm, inviting home. Always loved spending time with him and enjoying the memories!