Thomas (Tom) Junior Ortiz
Thomas (Tom) Junior Ortiz died Sunday, December 6, 2020, at the age of 61 in Mena, Arkansas.
Tom is survived by his wife, Kristina Kenyon; children, MaKayla (mija), Mikel (Bubba), and Jacob (Peanut); his parents, Tomas and Mary Lee Ortiz; his siblings, David Ortiz, Steve Ortiz, Sylvia Ortiz, and Rebeca Guerra; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He is preceded in death by his brother John (Juanito).
Tom was born in Kyle, Texas on April 27, 1959 to Tomas and Mary Lee Ortiz. He graduated from Hays High School in 1977 (Go Rebs). He worded many years for Adolph’s Tire Shop, where he was known as ‘The Tire Guy’. To others, he simply knew his as ‘Crazy Tom.’ Tom was married to his wife for 22 years and was a devoted, loving father to their three children.
Tom had a gentle soul and a kind heart. He was known for his love of barbecuing, eclectic music and enjoyed dancing. He loved telling stories, laughing, and telling jokes. He has left his family with fond memories and countless stories that will last an eternity. Tom’s thoughtful and caring personality touched everyone and will be dearly missed.
His services are pending at this time with Los Angeles Funeral Home in San Marcos, Texas.
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