David Isaiah Ortega

David I. Ortega 63, of Greeley, CO passed away May 16, 2016 in Greeley. He was born August 30, 1952 to John and Wauneta (Johnnie & Jennie) Ortega. He was the 5th of 7 children. David was raised in Greeley where he attended schools and church. He was dedicated as a baby and later baptized in the Foursquare Church. He was a 1972 Greeley Central High School graduate. David worked most of his life for Johnnies Paint & Body and Tri-State Commodities. He was a semi truck and heavy equipment painter by trade. Growing up, Dave was very likable and easily made friends of who he had many. He had a way of thinking that made him fun to be around! Dave loved music! He played trumpet in school band and was a very skilled trumpeter and a self taught saxophonist. He loved being in the mountains camping during his younger years, and enjoyed time with his many friends and most of all riding his motorcycle. He is survived by his siblings, Rosemary Weaver (Mel), Gabriel Ortega (Teresa) Dan Ortega (Geneva), Eloise Gwinn (late Richard), Diane Ortega, John Ortega Jr.; numerous cousins; nieces; nephews; great nieces and great nephews and special mention of his friends Jill, Clint, Keith, Anthony, and Lawrence. He touched the lives of many people in ways too numerous to mention. He gave what he could. He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Memorial Service 10:00a.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at Adamson Chapel. To extend condolences to the family go to adamsonchapels.com