Contributions to the tribute of Rafael Ortiz

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Karen Rossi posted a condolence

Friday, February 6, 2009

Dear Mrs. Ortiz, I am so sad to hear of the loss of "Ralphie". I go way way back to our childhood days on Stuart Ave. in Newark NY. The Rossi girls, the Van Dammes's, The DeCook's ect. We had such a fabulous neighborhood. I can still hear you call out to him to come home for dinner just like everybodies' mom did. I knew he loved that bass guitar even when he was just a little boy. I think I even remember when he got it. I am pleased that he made a career out of something he loved so much. I am so sorry for your loss. Please give my condolences to all those who loved him. With deepest sympathy, Karen Rossi

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yvette ortiz posted a condolence

Thursday, February 5, 2009

ralphie, my fellow gemini cousin..no wonder when we talked, it was so briefly...too many things to do, we're both geminis!! i remember when i was a little girl, sitting in your bedroom with you because your dad used to tease me so much, i had to get away!and i listened to you play the guitar..we sang "michael rowed his boat ashore" i was so happy when you came to geneva to play and so proud to say you were my cousin. you left us too quickly, and now i feel like i hardly knew you. heaven is now alive with music and im sure all our lost family are waiting to sing along. my thoughts go out to your mom, our family, LeAnne, and your brother ,Jim Richmond. may you rest in peace, my friend.

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Jose Papo Gonzalez posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Wow! i still cant belive that Ralph is gone! and very upset that i found out too late. i would of been by his side. Ralph and I go way back we shared lots of music bass patteren's we both played bass i played salsa and jazz with the mambo kings and Remember ralph subbing for me when i was in surgery. and ralph was just fantastic in what ever he did but he wanted to learn more of the latin history the feel and i wanted more of ralphs Funk style. we shared equipment, ideas, but most of all a never ending friendship Rochester lost as far as im concerned the best bass player in Rochester and the best friend and one could of asked for ..Love you ralph and may god Embrace you in his arm's.... you will be missed Dearly i will treasure what we shared always! tu amigo and fellow bass player Jose Gonzalez

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Daisy Rodriguez posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Ralph you will be sadly missed by all of us. Now don't forget to watch over Tia.May you rest in peace. Love your cuz Daisy

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Eddie Gonzalez posted a condolence

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Ralph Ortiz was a great person who loved his music. He was incredibly gifted with a big heart that matched his talents. He will be sadly missed. Our condolences to the Ortiz family. May he rest in peace. Jose, Fred, Angel and Eddie Gonzalez.

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Amy Owens posted a condolence

Thursday, November 30, 0002

I hadn't seen you Ralph in a long time, but I considered you a dear friend. I loved our chats and feel honored to have been your friend. Go show Jaco how it's done! My prayers are with your family and your partner.

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Mark White posted a condolence

Thursday, November 30, 0002

My prayers go out to Ralph's family. He was an awesome musician, a good man and a good friend. He always took the time to show me a thing or two on the bass and was never too busy to talk "shop". He was a true musician and I was just aspiring, but he never sherked his responsibility to pass along his knowledge. Although our time together was short I will always remember his contribution and feel fortunate to have known him and learned from him. His influence lives on in my style, his passion lives on in my notes, he is remembered.

In loving memory of

Rafael

2009

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