With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Francisco Cortez of Progreso, Texas, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 15, 2025 at the age of 83. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Francisco Cortez to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Pantaleon Cortez and Catarina Cortez; his wife Yolanda R. Cortez; his stepmother Elisa Cortez; and his siblings, Lidia Halliburton, Casimiro V. Cortez and Guadalupe Cortez.
He is survived by: his children, Marlene Cortez, Francisco Cortez, Jr. and Denise Cortez; his grandchildren, Erin Zender, Andrew Cortez and Tyler Cortez; his great grandchildren, Rhiane Cortez and Ryleigh Cortez; and his siblings, Ester Ward, Simona Cortez, Paula Cortez, Librada Cortez, Maria Martinez, Tranquiline Cortez, Eustacio Cortez, Andres Cortez, Pantaleon Cortez, Jr. and Jose Cortez.