Manuel Gordie Ortiz

Manuel Gordie Ortiz passed away peacefully at home on Sunday June 23, 2024 at the age of 85 in Santa Barbara, Ca. He is survived by his beautiful wife Jane of 53 years, 3 children – Lisa, Augustina and Gordie, 3 grandchildren – Cecily, Jesse and Savannah. Born and raised in Santa Barbara the youngest of 6, he is still survived by his brother Lori and sister Lupe.

He was born in Santa Barbara on January 24, 1939. He attended Santa Barbara High School as a proud Don, later he proudly served his Country in the United States Army as a Mechanic. He continued his mechanical skills at Firestone, Santa Barbara City Schools and ultimately landed a career position as a Lead Mechanic with United Parcel Service in Goleta for 36 plus years where he mentored many and ultimately retired.

He played for many years in the local Santa Barbara Men’s Softball League, later on he continued with his passion for baseball and softball as a coach and mentor for youth sports at Goleta Valley Little League, San Marcos High School, Bishop Diego High School and Dos Pueblos High School.

We are all blessed to have been touched by this humble, giving, wonderful and generous man. A friend and role model to all he crossed paths with.

For all that have shared just a little piece of their life with him, he would love for you to always remember his words of wisdom, professionalism and warming smile.

A Memorial Service for Manuel Gordie is scheduled for: 10:00 a.m. Friday July 12, 2024 at Saint Raphael Catholic Church and will be immediately followed by a Graveside Burial Service at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.