Robert Christopher Ortega, 64, of Ocala, Florida passed away peacefully with his wife Jacqueline Ortega and good friend Ed Hennessee by his side, on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at Legacy House, Ocala, Florida.

Bob was born in Gilroy, California, a son of the late Leonard and Inez (Romero) Ortega. He was a Veteran of the Army National Guard.  Prior to his retirement, he worked as a meat cutter with Alpha Beta/Lucky stores and was a proud member of the butchers Union.  He was always quick to smile and loved laughter.

Bob will be greatly missed by his wife, Jacqueline Ortega, step-sons Steve Provost of Ocala, FL & Sean Provost of Gilroy, CA, Step Brother David Ortega of San Jose, CA, Father in-law, David Cantara of Ocala, FL, sister,  Rosemarie (Philip) Garcia, brother, Leonard (Helen) Ortega of Gilroy, CA, Brother in-law, Michael (Marlene) Cantara of Buffalo, NY, Long time friend, Ed Hennessee of Gilroy, CA and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at Habing Family Funeral Home, 129 4th Street, Gilroy, CA on August 31, 2017 at 9:30am, with an inurnment to follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 900 First St. Gilroy, CA.  Donations may be made to Hospice Of Marion County, Florida.  Bob was a casual dresser and would have loved everyone in attendance to dress casually.   He especially loved Tommy Bahama Wear