John E Ortego's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana

John E Ortego

January 30, 1945 - January 7, 2026 (80 years old)

New Orleans, Louisiana

John E Ortego's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Greenwood Funeral Home

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John E Ortego

January 30, 1945 - January 7, 2026 (80 years old)

New Orleans, Louisiana

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John E Ortego Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John E Ortego (New Orleans, Louisiana), who passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 80, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John E Ortego or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Ortego and Emelia Ortego; and his sister Bonnie Ortego. He is survived by: his siblings, Ruth McDaniel and James Ortego; his wife Joyce Pellettieri Ortego; his children, Jennifer Ortego Bird (Michael), John M Ortego and Joseph Ortego (Jill); his grandchildren, Olivia Bird, Justin Ortego (Anna), Cody Ortego, Shelby Cazes (Drew), Hannah Almendarez and Rhett Ortego; and his great grandchildren, Avery and Colton Cazes.

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Greenwood Funeral Home



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Greenwood Funeral Home
5200 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124

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Greenwood Funeral Home
5200 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124

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