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Jesse Cortez Obituary

Jesse Michael Cortez

Jesse Michael Cortez, 64, Topeka, passed away at the Colmery-O'Neil VA Hospital on Sept. 25, 2012.

Jesse will lie in state after 4 p.m. Monday at MTCC where the family will receive friends from 5 pm until 8 p.m. A Parish Rosary will be prayed at 5 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment will be at a later date in the Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. 

Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Sep. 30, 2012.

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Lyle and Linn Working

October 6, 2012

Jesse, you and your family were a very special part of our ten years in Topeka. Rest in peace dear friend.

Paul & Liv Rivera

October 6, 2012

To my best childhood friend...We had the best of times. Always made us laugh.We will always remember you.

Jenny Ham

October 5, 2012

Becky, Eric, Amy and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Jesse brought a lot of smiles to a lot of faces over the years and I know that will be missed by everyone that knew him. Keep Jesse's memory alive in your heart and he will live on forever.. Hugs to all of you...

marilyn castellon

October 4, 2012

We will miss you until we meet again. Thank you for your years of brave service.

October 2, 2012

Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Laurie Bristol
Dee Cheek

Bruce & Susan Johnson

October 2, 2012

Jesse we miss you as does your loving family. We thank God that he is with you now. The Lord knew what he was doing putting our families together. Becky & family you are in our prayers.

Lindsay Weissbeck

October 2, 2012

Jesse was such a great guy.. Awesome sense of humor. Thinking back on your wedding, Amy, and your bridal shower.. He was such a whoot!! :) rip Jess!! Praying for you guys

Deana (Gus) Bindley

October 1, 2012

My prayers go out to Jesse's family. Jesse was a part of our family for many years and we have many fond memories of him. Gone but not forgotten.

Todd and Jean Heideman

October 1, 2012

Eric and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you! Take Care!

Arthur Rodriguez

October 1, 2012

Gloria an Maria my deepest sympathy to your family fir the loss of a good man! He will be deeply missed.

October 1, 2012

Eric my deepest sympathy goes to you and your family for your loss! You are in our thoughts and prayers! Love Chasity Barncord and family!

Rachel Broxterman

October 1, 2012

Eric: Our thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. Mike, Kathy, Rachel & Brent Broxterman

Ginger Cooper

October 1, 2012

so sorry for your loss

sluggo

October 1, 2012

I lost a good friend i will never forget u and all the fun times sluggo

Trine & Kurt Nørhede

October 1, 2012

Dearest Becky, if only we could be there to comfort you and your family through these sad days. You and Jesse are in our thoughts.

Shelly Carr

October 1, 2012

Amy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 1, 2012

Becky, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Pam and Pat Tierce

rita negrete-phelps

October 1, 2012

Cortez family: thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time. May God comfort all of you,

Shannon Dickey

October 1, 2012

So sorry for your loss. My Thoughts and Prayers to the family.

Don & Dee Anderson

October 1, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Dave and Cathy Altman

October 1, 2012

To Jesse's family and friends: Please accept our sympathy. I worked with Jesse at Hill's for many years and will always remember the way he would bring a smile with his presence to all the faces who had the pleasure to know him. Thank you Jesse

Cindy Negrete

October 1, 2012

Cortez family
Sorry to hear about your loss. May God wrap his arms around you at this time.

Lindsay McGuire

September 30, 2012

I will miss you dearly Jess. It's still hard to believe you are gone. But I know you are in heaven smiling down on us. You were certainly one of a kind, and so very special to my family. To Becky and family- May God give you all peace during this difficult time. We will always be here for you. My love and prayers to you all...

Terry L. Crowder

September 30, 2012

HooRah May God Bless you.

September 30, 2012

I am sorry for your lose

September 30, 2012

Becky, Gloria,Monica and Ricky-our prayers and condolences are with all of you. Jesse was the leader of our special group and he will be missed.
Rachel, Rick,and Aunt Clara

Kimberly Taylor (Chavez)

September 30, 2012

Becky, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you during this difficult time.

Sylvia Champney

September 30, 2012

To all the Cortez family are thoughts and prayers are with you. From Gomez Family Sylvia, Ronnie, Becky, Joey and Chris

Bobby Freeman

September 30, 2012

Jesse you were one of the bravest men I ever knew. Your compassion and sense of humor will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.

Cliff Doel

September 30, 2012

Jesse, your genuineness is rare. Rest in peace, noble Marine and treasured grade school friend.

Daniel & Shannen Rodriguez

September 30, 2012

Jess & Family-We are very sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Mary Ann Munoz

September 30, 2012

Gloria, Monica and Ricky... I am so saddened with the news of Jesse passing. I haven't been able to see him often but when I did we would catch up quickly. He always had a smile and a joke and was the best Cousin ever! My prayers are with you and the family. Love you All

Jim Munoz

September 30, 2012

Rebecca,Gloria,Monica,Rick and Family,I'm so sorry for the lost of Jesse,my family prayers are with all of you in your and our time of sorrow.No matter when I Saw Jessie, he always had a smile on his face and thats how I will remember him. I love you all.

Jim Munoz and family

September 30, 2012

Gloria and family, Jesse was like my brother, I will always miss his laughter, and his kindness to anyone. He is and always will be a part of my family, we all loved him. My prayers are with you all. Rick Deghand

Gerry/Debbie Tinsley

September 30, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Randy Luebbe

September 30, 2012

Gloria and the entire Cortez family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

Judy & Jeff Howe

September 29, 2012

Becky, Eric& Amy, Our thoughts are with you today.We will always remember the great times at Shaner! Sorry for your loss.

Topeka Daily Capital Oct.3,1973

Chuck Chiles TPD Ret.

September 29, 2012

Very seldom in one's life does one come face to face with a true hero. Jesse you were the real deal,as a marine and a reserve police officer you could be counted upon to be there. No matter if it was in Vietnam or on the streets of Topeka your partner knew you were ready and welling to sacrifice yourself for them. May you find rest in the arms of a loving savior, Jesus Christ; and may God shower blessings upon the family you leave behind on this earth. Once again thank you for your heroic action on Oct.3,1973 that likely saved myself from getting hurt and made it possible for both of us to go home to our family that night.

jennifer russell

September 28, 2012

Sorry for your Loss Jesse was a good and kind hearted man and he will be missed dearly ...Jennifer Russell and family ..

Eddie (Beaver) & Laura Arredondo

September 28, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Steven & Evelyn Conway

September 28, 2012

May he be at peace.

Steven & Evelyn Conway

September 28, 2012

We cared about Jesse. He was a good friend and a good person.

Linda Boleski (Mannschreck)

September 28, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Donald Simons

September 28, 2012

Becky: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time.I believe that good memories are the building blocks of the soul. I am quite sure you have a good foundation. Rest in Peace Jessie.May God Bless.

Jaye Parkerson

September 28, 2012

Jesse You were like Family to me and my kids. Know our hearts are breaking and the world will never be the same without you. I believe in Heaven and will see you again. It seems so unfair that you have left but your not suffering anymore so that part is the gift. Jaye, Brandy & Casey

Jaime, Beanny, Samuel Martinez

September 28, 2012

Jess you are always in our hearts & we will miss you . We Love you & will never forget you. Descanse en Paz .

Uncle Sam & all your cousins Trevino Martinez

September 28, 2012

Praying for all of my Cortez Family right know & always . Jess was a great man we will all miss him very much . Best cousin we could ask for . Love & prayers to you all & remember we are hear for you. Love you Jess

Kathy Engstrom

September 28, 2012

So sorry to hear about this. Jesse was a great guy with a big heart. He will be missed.

Jim & Bonnie Carroll

September 28, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Jim and Bonnie Carroll

PETE GONZALES

September 28, 2012

So sorry cuz my prayers go out to you MONA&JESSE LOVE YOU BOTH YOUR CUZ

Sandra Silver

September 28, 2012

Becky, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

September 28, 2012

Jess and Mona,May God comfort you and your families during this difficult time.your uncle Dave and aunt Deb

Tammy Demmitt

September 28, 2012

Gloria, Nichol, Ron, and the Cortez family, I pray God's comfort and peace that passes all understanding to each of you as you endure this most difficult journey. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

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