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With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Maria "Maggie" Ortiz, who was born on August 18, 1952 and passed away on March 19, 2026 in Albion, MI.
Maria Magdalena Ortiz, lovingly known as Maggie, entered eternal rest on March 19, 2026, after complications of lupus. She was born August 18, 1952, in Brownsville, Texas, and later made her home in Albion, Michigan.
A graduate of Albion Senior High School, Class of 1972, Maggie lived a life grounded in faith, family, and service. As a devoted member of the Pentecostal church, she showed compassion, humility, and generosity in everyday life. She was a loving partner, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.
Maggie worked in several roles, including waitress, cook, factory worker, and caregiver. She also played a key role in the success of Lopez Taco House. She took pride in her work and cared deeply for others.
She was known for kindness, strong relationships, and a welcoming home where meals and comfort were always shared. Her presence brought people together, and her simple acts of care left lasting memories.
Maggie was preceded in death by her parents, Guadalupe Ortiz and Maria Garza Ortiz, and her siblings Maria Antonia “Toni” Lopez, Guadalupe “Pete” Ortiz, Conrado Ortiz, Tim “Gil” Ortiz, and Manuel “Rick” Ortiz. She is survived by her partner, Bob James, her children Sonja (Jeff) Willson and Robert “Bear” (Kathi Place) James, her grandchildren, Jared (Erika) Willson, Hannah (Kyle) Winchell, Courtney (Vito Barone) Willson, Jordan Willson, Kody Beals, MyLee James, Hailee James, and her great granddaughter Natalie Winchell, along with her brother Paulo “David” Ortiz of Austin, Texas, her sisters Manuela “Mannie” Block of Eaton Rapids, Michigan, Martha (Michael Reyes) Gonzales of Lansing, Michigan, and Sylvia Valdez of Austin, Texas, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Maggie leaves a legacy of faith, love, and quiet strength. She was a devoted partner, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. She will be remembered with deep respect and enduring love.
Maggie will be deeply missed and remembered with love.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
2 Timothy 4:7
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We will come together to remember and pay tribute to the wonderful person. While we mourn the loss of our dear, we also aim to cherish the moments shared and the joy brought into our lives. Your presence would mean a great deal to us during this time of remembrance and reflection.
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