Ray Cortez's obituary , Passed away on June 25, 2024 in Abilene, Texas

Ray Cortez

January 11, 1938 - June 25, 2024 (86 years old)

Abilene, Texas

Ray Cortez's obituary , Passed away on June 25, 2024 in Abilene, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmwood Funeral Home and Memorial Park

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Ray Cortez

January 11, 1938 - June 25, 2024 (86 years old)

Abilene, Texas

Ray Cortez Obituary

The memory of Ray Cortez in Abilene, Texas, who passed away on June 25, 2024 at the age of 86, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ray Cortez to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jake Cortez and Maria Cortez; his former wife Florentina Cortez; and his son Danny Cortez. He is survived by: his wife Bonnie Cortez; his children, Joe Cortez of Abilene, John Cortez (Rita) of Yukon, David Cortez (Melissa) of Rio Rancho, NM, Ana Watson (Christopher) of Grand Prairie, TX and Mark Cortez (Sandra Castillo) of Abilene, TX; his grandchildren, Matthew, Michael, Joseph, Cambria, Carter, Jeremiah, Jonah, Jason, Emily, Jacob, Brenna, Kayla, Jaclyn, Mia, JoRay and Jema; his great grandchildren, Addison, Christian, Alexandra, Kody, Evelyn, Xavier, Orijah, Dreylyn, Yazarae, Kurt, Jaedda, Jazlyn, Ayden, Kaden and Kamden; his brother Herbert Cortez (Sandy); his daughter Cheryl Davis; and his granddaughter Rachel Ledbetter (Christopher). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers the family ask donations be made to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church building fund.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmwood Funeral Home and Memorial Park



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Funeral Home Chapel
5750 US-277, Abilene, TX 79606

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Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel
5750 US-277, Abilene, TX 79606

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Funeral Mass

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
837 Jeanette St, Abilene, TX 79602

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