Maria Ortez's obituary , Passed away on January 10, 2025 in Pontiac, Michigan

Maria Ortez

October 11, 1932 - January 10, 2025 (92 years old)

Pontiac, Michigan

Maria Ortez's obituary , Passed away on January 10, 2025 in Pontiac, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sparks-Griffin Funeral Homes

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Maria Ortez

October 11, 1932 - January 10, 2025 (92 years old)

Pontiac, Michigan

Maria Ortez Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Maria Ortez of Pontiac, Michigan, born in Cleveland, New Mexico, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Maria left this world on January 10, 2025 at the age of 92, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Maria Ortez to show support.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Maria's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Abenencio Bernal and Saferina Bernal (Sanchez); her husband Robert; and her children, Teresa of Pontiac, Cisco (Kathy) of Romulus, Lorenzo (Amy) of Orion Twp, Goretta Contreras of Pontiac, Ignacio (Bettina) of Waterford, Guadalupe (Debbie) and Miguelito. She is also survived by 4 sisters, 2 brothers, 10 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sparks-Griffin Funeral Homes



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Jan 23

Visitation

Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel
46 Williams St, Pontiac, MI 48341

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Jan 23

Rosary

Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel
46 Williams St, Pontiac, MI 48341

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Jan 24

Visitation

St. Michael Catholic Church
120 Lewis St, Pontiac, MI 48342

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Jan 24

Funeral Mass

St. Michael Catholic Church
120 Lewis St, Pontiac, MI 48342

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