Francisca Ortiz

Francisca Ortiz was born on October 20, 1928, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico to the late Julio Ortiz and the late Gestrudis Colon. Francisca was the only daughter and the eldest of five brothers. As a young adult she moved to Connecticut and later relocated to Brooklyn, New York. In 1946 she married the late Isabelo Roldan; they were blessed with five beautiful children; Luis, Luz Delia, Carmen Delia, Delia Carmen and Luz Elena. Family was important and meant everything to her.

Francisca worked as a seamstress in New York and in manufacturing for over eight years. She was known as a diligent worker and a dedicated employee with a strong work ethic which she instilled in all her children.

Francisca, affectionately called "Abuela" by family, extended family and friends is fondly remembered as being a kind, caring, generous, helpful and a fun-loving person. She was always smiling, outgoing and friendly and she was well loved. She had a great sense of humor, and she always had a story to tell, she would say "to remember is to live" as she reminisced about her beloved country, El Yunque and the beaches, especially in her golden years. "Abuela" loved to cook, and her favorite food Yucca(casava) was always on the menu. "Abuela" loved music, Feliz Navidad by Jose Feliciano was one of her favorites to sing during the holiday season; in her youth she played the guitar and sang with a countryside combo band. She was also a great dancer.

"Abuela" loved her children and grandchildren and they loved her. "Abuela", had a strong faith in God; she always said "she had faith that moves mountains". "Abuela" was a three-time cancer survivor; her family has many memories of her praying and demonstrating her faith in God. She loved the Lord.

Francisca was predeceased by her husband; Isabelo Roldan and life partner, Miguel Gonzalez; her parents, Julio Ortiz, and Gestrudis Colon; Three daughters: Luz Elena, Carmen Delia, Delia Carmen, One son: Luis E. Roldan and One grandson: David Rodriquez.

Francisca leaves to cherish her memory, celebrate her life, and carry on her legacy of love,

One daughter: Luz Delia Roman caregiver (George),

Eight granddaughters: Yvette M. George - caregiver (Michael),

Shanika Roldan Sanchez, Melissa Roldan, Rebecca Roldan, Lillian Rodriquez, Vivian Rodriquez, Arlene Rodriquez, and Kamika Roberson; Three Grandsons: Atmanaton MenteRah, Jamal Vines and Christopher Vines.

Twenty-nine Great Grandchildren, Ten Great Great Grandchildren and a host of family, friends and loved ones.

Francisca Ortiz, fought a good fight, finished her course and kept the faith!

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at 11:00am at New Vision International Ministries 35 Benham Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06605. The family will receive friends starting at 10:00am until time of service. Interment will be private.

Visitation
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
New Vision International Ministies
35 Benham Avenue
Bridgeport, Connecticut 06605

Funeral Service
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
11:00 AM
New Vision International Ministies
35 Benham Avenue
Bridgeport, Connecticut 06605