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Johnny R. Ortega
October 25, 1936 — April 6, 2026
John Ortega, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on April 6th, 2026.
He was born on October 25, 1936, in Denver, Colorado. He honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from 1953 to 1956.
He is survived by his spouse of 20 years, Patricia Martinez; his daughters, Brenda Gonzales and Kathy Owens; and his siblings, Arleen, Dorothy, Eleanor, Leroy, and Viola.
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Libby Ortega, Marvin Ortega, Richard Ortega Jr.; Rosie Prado; and his parents, Ricardo and Sadie Ortega.
John will be remembered for his sense of humor and his warm, loving nature by all who knew him.
A funeral service will be held on April 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM, at Newcomer Funeral Home 901 S. Sheridan Blvd. Lakewood Co. 80226
A pot luck reception will follow at American legion post 178, 1655 Simms St. Lakewood, CO. At 3:30.
Service Schedule
Upcoming Services
Burial
Fort Logan National Cemetery
Past Services
Gathering
Friday, April 24, 2026
1:00 - 2:00 pm (Mountain time)
Newcomer Funeral Home
Celebration of Life
Friday, April 24, 2026
2:00 - 3:00 pm (Mountain time)
Newcomer Funeral Home, West Metro
Livestream
Reception
Friday, April 24, 2026
Starts at 3:30 pm (Mountain time)
American Legion
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