Hey Aunt Rosemarie!

Your services were very beautiful, just like how you were. We will always remember you and I am proud to say that my Aunt Rosemarie was a fighter to the end! I will miss seeing you at our family get togethers and Carpinteria camping trips. However, we will always hold a candle in our heart for you! Until we meet again...Peace and luv, Mindy Nieto

Richard N.

The best memories are the most recent; of how the family all came together to be at her side, to comfort her and finally to let her go to her eternal rest. I'm very sure she knew how much you all love her and I'm sure you all gave her strength and support.

RIP Aunt Rosie

So many memories at the house as a kid and adult which I will always cherish. Your yummy tacos, thanks for thinking of me when you made the. Now uncle Joe is going to have to step it up. shhhh, your tacos are better, lol!! Making pyramids on New years eve night, Christmas Eve, etc. These are such beautiful memories. You fought till the end and now you are a beautiful angel watching over the family. You will be missed.

My Aunt

I thought I saw her face today
In the sparkle of the morning sun.
And then I heard the angel say,
"Her work on earth is done."

I thought I heard her voice today
Then laugh her hearty laugh.
And then I heard the angel say,
"There's peace little one at last."

I thought I felt her touch today
In the breeze that rustled by.
And then I heard the angel say,
"The spirit never dies."

I thought that she had left me
For the stars so far above.
And then I heard the angel say,
"She left you with her love."

I thought that I would miss her
And never find my way.
And then I heard the angel say,
"She's with you every day."

Every childhood Christmas memory will always be my Aunt Rosemarie and Uncle Joe's house.

Thank you for those treasured memories.

Remy Barron

I remember I when I was little I used to be in love with 007. So when I was bored I would ask my grandma if I can pretend die and she would say yes but that'll be a $1. I would pay the $1 but I found out later that that Dollor was the $1 I would give to her all the time :( grandma you will be truly missed... Love you grandma with all my heart and we shall see each other again someday but for now look over our family ❤️😢

REST IN PARADISE MOMMA

I have many memories of my mom. When I was little (in Kinder, 1st, 2nd & 3rd grades) I went to the same elementary school my mom worked at (Belvedere Elementary School). I hated it because whenever I would get in trouble, which wasn't often, I knew my mom would always find out so I knew I would be in trouble.
She helped me along the way to becoming a "woman". I was her only girl for 36 years, so yes, I was a bit spoiled. (still am)
My brother Gilbert mentions when my mom used to go watch him play sports at Evergreen Park. I had to tag along as there was nobody home to watch me. I walked what I thought was the longest walk just to see my brothers play in their sports. I hated it at the time, but when my boys were able to play sports, I was doing the same thing she did.
When I was little I always thought my mom was so glamorous. I would go into her closet & put on her high heels & take out some of her purses. I would also go into her makeup & put some on just like her. (I never looked as good as she did though).
She & my dad taught me to become the woman I am today (except for she wasn't as patient as I am).
I will miss the shopping trips together, which were often.
I will now take part in caring for my little sister Makaylah, who is now 11.
In the last months that she was with us, just out of the hospital, my 2 boys, Devon & Andrew, stepped up & right away took extra good care of her without question. I'm so proud of them for taking care of their gramma the way they did up till her last breath.
To my nieces & nephews that took the time to care for her & watch her, I thank you.
Mom, I miss you so much & always will! It's been so hard to not have you here, but I know that you are with my grandparents & the rest of the family that's also passed on & I'm sure they are very happy to have you with them again.
Until we meet again momma. I love you from the bottom of my aching heart! <3
Rest in Paradise mom.
Love always, your daughter,
Melissa

Rosemarie Ortiz was born June 2, 1943 to Nereo and Felicitas Nieto. She passed away October 14, 2015 at 10:05pm, peacefully in her home with her family beside her. My Mom attended Abraham Lincoln High School where she met and married Jose V. Ortiz. They were married on January 17, 1963. Married over 52 years, they raised 5 children together. Rosemarie is survived by her husband Jose and her children, Gilbert, Dennis, Mario, Melissa, and Mikaylah; as well as 13 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and her Sisters Sarah, Guadalupe, and Brother Richard. Not to forget brother-in laws, sister-laws, daughters-in-laws, cousins and friends.
Mom spent the majority of her work life with the LAUSD where she was an Educational Aide. After retirement from LAUSD, both my Mom and Dad made the decision to foster children. They spent almost 20 years caring for children and teenagers. Many of who have come to visit or sent well wishes over the years and most recently while she was in hospice. She loved the yearly trips to Carpenteria Beach. She was able to go for the last time this past August and spent valuable time with her family. Some of my special times with mom was having her walk with us to Evergreen Park and watch us play baseball and basketball. She came to most, if not all of my high school basketball games. It was always good to see her in the stands. So many memories stand out, just a few are: a camping trip for an entire week to Sequoia National park with my aunts and uncles, The Zubiates and The Terrazas, and our early camping trips to Carpenteria Beach with the entire family, where we ate like kings. One of the oldest memories I have is going with mom to Downtown LA, and having lunch at Clifton’s Cafeteria, just her and I.
Throughout the years of mom’s treatment we met so many great people, from her doctors and nurses at Norris USC Cancer hospital, to some of our own family members who became primary caregivers throughout her hospice. Alyssa, Liana, and Monica came every Thursday and made a family dinner, as well as help care for their grandmother. When Alicia was in town on summer break, she would help with grandma’s care. Vicki would come with me every other day and immediately take over and help train the grandchildren on how to safely move her mother-in-law. Elena came every Tuesday night and stayed over to care for her grandmother on her days off. But the real caregivers on a daily basis were my nephews Devon and Andrew. They, without question, took a personal hand in every aspect of their grandmother’s care. We are all proud of these two young men. They both put their lives on hold, cared for their grandmother in every way, and never questioned, why them.
After cremation Mom will be returned to our Dad where they will spend the rest of their lives together.
Mom, the night you passed away there was thunder and lightning in the distant sky. Your new neighbors said that heaven was having a welcome party for you. Save us a spot at your table and I hope My Grandfathers, Grandmothers, Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins are there showing you how to party in heaven.
Love you, Gilbert