Robert Anthony Ortiz

Robert Anthony Ortiz, age 50, passed away on June 10, 2018 in Scottsdale, AZ. He was the husband of Kimberly Lynn Ortiz. They shared 25 years of marriage together. Robert was born in Phoenix, AZ and he was the son of Jorge Ortiz and Carmen Mason and was raised by his Nana and Tata, Eloisa and Ines Ortiz. He was an amazing athlete throughout his life and was recognized as "Taz" when turning the bases, because of his extraordinary speed. He was a proud member of the Bobby Martin Ralph Horse Racing Association and always enjoyed their infamous meetings. Anyone who knew Robert knew he was a fisherman at heart and enjoyed any given opportunity to do so and the stories he shared will be remembered forever. He also loved taking walks and waiting for sightings of any living creature whether it be a bug, spider, snake, lizard or an adorable bunny. He started when Tiana was a baby and he continued this love with Kash. Robert will forever be remembered as the guy with "that" smile and that incredible infectious laugh. He is survived by his wife, Kim, beautiful daughter Tiana Ortiz and his grandson, and joy of his life, Kash Ortiz; as well as his caring mother, many amazing brother...[more]

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nd sisters and cousins, aunts and uncles and nieces and nephews as well as all of his amazing friends who also became family to Robert. He will be joining his nana, tata and dad in heaven; may they all rest in peace. Robert, we will always love you. The funeral service will be held on Monday, June 18, 2018 at Hansen Mortuaries & Cemetery, 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254. The visitation will be from 9:30 am to 10:30 am and the memorial service will begin at 10:30 am. A Celebration of Life will immediately follow at The Hidden Palace. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Kash Anthony Ortiz Education Fund through Desert Financial Credit Union. Thank you.