Carlos Ortiz, Jr.

Carlos Ortiz, Jr. 61 of Winter Haven passed at home. Born in Chicago, Illinois. Carlos was called home after a brief fight with Lung Cancer with his family at his side. He vowed to fight until the end in which he did. Carlos was loved by many friends and family. He had a good heart, great sense of humor, a wonderful smile and truly cared and loved his family. Before retirement, Carlos was employed as a Production Supervisor for many years in the citrus industry. Carlos loved watching NFL football, old time cars and cooking on the grill. He even dabbed at fishing and tinkering with gardening and landscaping. Carlos is survived by his loving wife, Tracey: 2 children, Carlos III and Olyvia; stepchildren, Andrea, Riki, Dale and Chelsey; sisters, Mirta( Walter ) Urroz and Olga Butler; brother, Robert ( Rebecca ) Ortiz; 4 grandsons; 4 sisters, Alicia Lopez, Diana Ortiz, Gladys Ortiz and Yolanda Ortiz Sanchez and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlos, Sr. and Rosa Pagan Ortiz. God bless your soul and may you rest in peace.

 A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on March 9, 2024 3:00 p.m, at 334 7th Street SouthWest in Winter Haven, Florida