Ortiz, Joe A., age 74, devoted husband of Linda Ortiz and loving father to Cynthia Giumarra and David Ortiz passed away on May 25, 2022. In addition to his beloved wife and children, Joe's memory will be cherished by his grandchildren, Alexandra, Hudson, Jack and Ava as well as extended members of the Ortiz family, and many dear friends. Joe was born on November 10th, 1947 in the Bronx, NY and grew up in Manhattan. He graduated from Seward Park High School and served honorably in the U.S. Army's Light Infantry division during the Vietnam War. He raised his family in West Islip, NY which became his adopted hometown after working at the West Islip Post Office for almost 30 years. Viewing hours will be held on Sunday June 5th from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Highway, West Islip. All other services will be private. www.chapeyfamily.com