Christine (Kiser) Ortiz, 68, of Easton, PA passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem, PA. She was born October 7, 1952 in Fremont, OH the daughter of Robert Kiser and Dorothy (Abney) Stover. She married Juan Manuel “Manny” Ortiz Sr. on May 17, 1969 in Fremont, OH. Although divorced, they remained best of friends up to his death in 2003.
Christine enjoyed painting crafts, playing games online, and watching her favorite TV shows. She loved spending time with family, and her trips back to Fremont to see everyone back home, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also adored all of her fur-grandbabies.
Christine is survived by her children, Juan Manuel “Manny” Ortiz Jr. (Andrea), Fremont, OH and Rachel Salobecke (Rich), Easton, PA; her stepson, Benjamin Baker, Norwalk, OH; her ten grandchildren: A.J. Russell, Evan, Daniella, Max & Landon Ortiz, Richie, Ryan, Jacob & Nathan Salobecke, and Haley Johnson; five great grandchildren, Brayden & Carter Johnson, Aviana & Elena Salobecke, & Willow Anderson; her siblings, Alta Olmstead (Richard), Linda Kiser, William Stover (Linda); half-brother, Nelson Kiser, and her sisters and brothers in-law that were like her own siblings as well; several beloved nieces & nephews.
She was preceded in death by her son, Carlos Ortiz, and her parents.
Visitation: Thursday, May 20, 2021 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
Service: Friday, May 21, 2021; 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home.
Burial: Greenlawn Memory Garden, Clyde, OH.
Memorials can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
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Rachel Lynn
Oh, Momma… I’m gonna miss you so much!
Wendy Honaker
Rachel and Manual, my thoughts and prayers to you guys. Your mom was a wonderful lady. Find comfort knowing she has no more pain or stiffness she is now rejoicing with your dad. Love you guys.
Rachel Salobecke
Thank you so much, Wendy. That is definitely comforting knowing they are reunited. Love you.
Nelson Kiser Sr.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I wish you nothing but strength, comfort and support. Chris was a very loving person, she spread her love all across the country. May she Rest In Peace.
She will be in our hearts and prayers always!
With love Nelson
Rachel Salobecke
Thank you for your kind words, Nelson. She sure was a loving person. I’m so glad you two kept in contact with each other. And thank you for the stunning floral arrangement, and the planting of the trees. Please stay in touch with me. Lots of love from all of us.
Re Chamberlin
Linda and family
Please accept my condolences.
Re(Bonnell) Chamberlin
Rachel Salobecke
Thank you, Re. I spoke with my Aunt Linda last night, and she was very happy to see your post. Thank you for your condolences.
Janet L Corbin
Condolences to whole family but particularly Alta Jean, Linda, & Bill. I have SO MANY MEMORIES of Christmases, holidays, and family get-togethers. I have forwarded this to Bob so he would know also. We think of all of you often and were sorry we had lost contact. Please reach out if you want so we can connect again. Prayers & love to you all. Janet (Corbin) & Bob Stover
Rachel Salobecke
Thank you, Janet & Bob. I will be sure to pass on your condolences on to my Aunt Alta, Aunt Linda, and Uncle Bill, as well.
Karen Paintin
My deepest condolences to Kiser/Ortiz families. Chris was a sweet and wonderful lady.
Love,
Kare Paintin & family
Rachel Salobecke
Thank you, Karen. She sure was. Lots of love from all of us.