John A Ortega

John A. Ortega, Jr, 82 of Kansas City, MO died peacefully at home Tuesday, May 12th surrounded by his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be 9:00 AM Monday, May 18, 2015 at Redemptorist Fathers Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Burial with military honors will follow in Terrace Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-4 pm Sunday at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions to Redemptorist Church, 3333 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64111

John was born January 17, 1933 in Kansas City, MO to John A. and Mercedes Ortega. John graduated Redemptorist High School, Class of 1951 and married his high school sweetheart, Anita Gonzales in 1954. John lived a life of service; not only serving his country in the US Air Force during Korea, but in his community by serving 36 years on KCFD and a member of International Association of Firefighters, Local 42. John was an assistant scoutmaster for BSA Troop 40, Redemptorist Church. He has two sons and two grandsons who are Eagle Scouts. John was Honorary Warrior Swift Moving Rain Cloud in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He enjoyed being outdoors hunting, fishing camping, golfing and cooking for his family. He was a proud father and grandfather. He led by example, never afraid of hard work and lending a helping hand.

John was preceded in death by his son Steven in 1993 and mother, Mercedes in 2004. He is survived by his devoted wife Anita, and children Vince (Gillian) Ortega, John Pat (Margie)Ortega, Liz (Isidore)Reyes , Mary Ortega and Joseph Ortega; sister Juanita Ortega; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Through his endless generosity, he touched so many extended family and friends. He was an inspiration to all those around him and he will be forever missed. Arr: McGilley Midtown Chapel, 20 W. Linwood, Kansas City, MO, 816-753-6200. Fond memories and condolences may be offered at www.mcgilleymidtownchapel.com.