Juan G. “Johnny” Ortiz, 72 of Yorktown passed away March 8, 2025, at his home. He was born a twin in Yorktown on October 15, 1952, to the late Jose Ortiz Sr. and Maria Garcia Ortiz.
Johnny was well known throughout the State. He made friends with everyone and would talk to anyone that would listen. His famous comment “I’m Johnny Ortiz from Yorktown, Texas, DeWitt County”, was a true sign that he was proud of his heritage and where he was from. He also stated “I’m the oldest” even though he wasn’t. Johnny joined the U.S. Marines April 9, 1975. When he finished his duty with the Marines, he returned to Yorktown and started working in the oilfield until he retired. Johnny was pleased that he made it on the cover of the Rig News publication in the summer of 1982. He was the boss, and don’t forget it, is what his children said he always told them.
Johnny was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Josie (Adam) Nunez; brother Ricky Ortiz; and Amah Jesusa. He is survived by his wife, Zulema Ortiz; children, Sherrie Arguellez, John Eric Ortiz, and AraLynn Ortiz; siblings, Alice (Rudy) Perez, twin brother Pete (Sylvia) Ortiz, Esther (Tony) Corpus, Joe (Esmeralda) Ortiz Jr., Irma Ortiz, Michael Ortiz, Yolanda (Shaun) Wollerman, Amber Ortiz; sister-in-law, Cheryl Ortiz; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
A Visitation and Rosary was held Friday March 14, 2025, Finch Funeral Chapel. Funeral services were Saturday March 15, 2025, with interment at San Luis Catholic Cemetery.
The Pallbearers were John Eric Ortiz, Matthew Ortiz, Mason Ortiz, Sherrie Lynn Arguellez, Russell Ortiz, Chris Perez, Calvin Corpus, and Richard Ortiz. Honorary Pallbearers, Pete Dlugosch and all the Angleton Cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Yorktown Volunteer Fire Department or Yorktown EMS.
Arrangements with Finch Funeral Chapel – Yorktown 361-5642277 Please sign online guestbook at www. finchfuneralchapels. com
