Michael Ortega

Michael "Mike" Ortega died peacefully September 27, 2022, surrounded and cared for by his family.

In his youth, Mike was a regular at the ball fields, playing shortstop for the Morgan Hill Pony Baseball League. As a father, he coached for the East Redding Little League, bringing the same spirit to the game as he did when he played. A diehard fan of the Giants, Raiders and 49ers, he tried to never miss a game.

An avid sportsman he loved the outdoors; camping, fishing, snowboarding, and wakeboarding. He enjoyed time spent with family and friends grilling and cooking one-of-a-kind meals. He also enjoyed reading, which inspired him to author his own short story.

He is survived by his mother, Teri Ortega, sisters Amber Tonkin and Sabrina Ortega, his son, Anthony, daughters Shayla Ortega and Jasmine Allen and grandchildren Damien and Adrien, as well as his childhood and good friend Troy LaRiveire. He leaves behind the extended Ortega-Stagi family and his dog Buster. He joins his late father, Rudy Ortega and Godfather Johnny Ortega.

As a son, brother, father, and friend, you will be missed. Wherever you are, you'll always be with us.

Published in Morgan Hill Times · October 13, 2022