Celestina Carrada Ortiz

Loving wife, mother of 5 children. She was always on the move, always taking the day head held high. Celestina was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in July of 2018. That was when the long journey ahead of us started. Despite difficulties she always took care of her family and loved ones. In November of 2018 a life-changing surgery was needed. She underwent numerous rounds of radiation and chemotherapy. It was until November of 2019 she was told there wasn't anymore that could have been done, and that there wasn't much time left. There were alternative treatments she took, unfortunately she lost the battle on March 18, 2020. During her time alive she enjoyed cooking delicious meals. She really did not pay worries of her situation. She cared more about raising, educating, and giving her unconditional love. Before leaving she made sure we remembered that she loved all of us, and that she will always be with us. It is not a 'goodbye', it is a 'we will love you always.'

She is survived by her husband Fransisco, sons Alberto, Adonai, Jaime, and daughters Elizabeth and Neida.