Ismael Benjamin Ortiz

Ismael “Benny” Ortiz, of Chimayo, NM, went home on October 08, 2024, at the age of 85.

He was preceded in death by his son’s Kenneth and Ryan, parents Simon and Emilia Ortiz, grandchild Andrew, 2 brother, 7 sister’s and numerous other relatives. 

Benny is survived by his daughter Gina and son Isaac of Albuquerque, sister Flora, best friend Maria Salazar, grandchildren Sherri, Jimmy, Isaac Jr., Isaiah, Julian (Patricia) and Kenneth III (Pancho), Simon (Autumn), great-grandchildren Jeremiah, Kenneth IV, Julian Jr. Santiago, Ezekiel, and his only great granddaughter Eleanor, all whom he adored and loved very much. He is also survived by numerous Godchildren, nephews, nieces and friends.

Benny was owner of Lucky Seven Bar, Ortiz Pool Hall and Ortiz Construction; he was very well known for the pride he took in all his jobs. He loved gardening and enjoyed being with his animals and visiting numerous relatives and friends.

We would like to thank Heather Velarde who was like a daughter to him.  We would also like to thank El Mirador Home Health Care and the Home health aides that cared for Benny during his time of illness. 

Memorial Services will be announced at a later date.

Pallbearers: Julian, Kenneth (Pancho), Simon, Michael, Harold, and Jerry, Jeremiah and Martin.

Honorary pallbearers are his great grandchildren.

The family of Ismael Ortiz has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the beautiful Espanola Valley. www.devargasfuneral.com 505-747-7477