Grace Ortiz passed away at Renown Medical Center in Reno, Nevada on October 14, 2011 with her family by her side after a 14 month battle with leukemia. Grace was 22.
Grace was born in San Jose, California the daughter of Suzanne (Alonso) Ortiz.
Grace had remained hopeful, postive and brave throughout her entire battle with leukemia even up to the very end.
She is survived by her Mother, Suzanne, her sister, Angela Brown; her brother, Benny Espinoza, her grandparents, Jim and Grace Pepple, Cousins, Sam, Allyse Alonso, Meagan Morgan, Michelle Alonso, Salina Palacios and Angel Espinoza; and her longtime boyfriend, Billy Marshall, who had been by her side throughout her illness. she was preceded in death by her grandfather, Ron Alonso and Uncle Roman.
In keeping with her wishes no Memorial Service will be held, a Celebration of her Life will be held at a later date.
Family and Friends are invited to sign her online guest book, send a sympathy card to the family at www.FRFH.net.
Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home 25 Hwy 208 Yerington, NV (775) 463-2911 was in charge of the arrangements and cremation.
Grace is at peace and no longer suffering, and she will be in our hearts forever.