Nellie Ortega Obituary
We bid farewell to Nellie Ortega (Taos, New Mexico), born in Mora, New Mexico, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 27, 2025 at the age of 84. Nellie touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jose Lopez and Carlota Lopez; and her siblings, Stella, Dolores, Mary and Gilbert.
She is survived by: her husband Silviano "Silver" Ortega; her children, Joann (Joe), Darla, Yvonne (Julian), Ben (Carmella), Art, Daniel and Reymundo (Tiffany); her siblings, Alfred, Geneva (Billy), Priscilla (JR), Joann (Billy) and Crissie; and her close friend Tita. She is also survived by her children, 17 grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren.
