Russell Donald Ortego
September 12, 1944 - July 30, 2025
Russell Ortego, 80, of Milam and formerly of Port Arthur, died Wednesday, July 30, 2025. He was born on September 12, 1944, in Port Arthur, to Adelaide Hutchinson Ortego and Eddie Ortego.
Survivors include his loving wife, Mary Ann Ortego; children, Eric Ortego and his wife, Beth; and David Ortego, all of of Nacogdoches. He is preceded in death by his parents.
A gathering of Mr. Ortego’s family and friends will begin 11:00 a.m., with funeral service at 12:00 p.m., Friday, August 8, 2025, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze. His interment will follow at Old Hardin Cemetery, Kountze.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Kountze
- 530, West Monroe Street, Kountze, Texas, 77625,
- August 8, 2025
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Funeral Service
Broussard’s Mortuary Kountze
- 530, West Monroe Street, Kountze, Texas, 77625,
- August 8, 2025
- 12:00 pm
Interment
Old Hardin Cemetery
- Old Cemetery Road, Texas, 77625,
- August 8, 2025
Mr. Ortego was a great man, who raised two great sons. Truly someone to look up to and emulate. The time I spent with him was brief, but he left a lasting impact on me and the positive trajectory of my life. I hope his family finds peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Mary Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. Russell was the finest man and he was honest, caring and compassionate. I know you will be lost without him. He loved you dearly. Becky
I worked with Russell at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department back in the 1970’s. He was an excellent dispatcher and again later as Director of the Pre-Trial Release Program. He was a pleasure to work with and to know personally.
Bill Holton
Russel was a great person and will be missed. I remember going to him for advice and help many times growing up. He always was direct with his advice.
We will always love and miss you.
Russel was a great person and will be missed. I remember going to him for advice and help many times growing up. He always was direct with his advice.
We will always love and miss you.