Timothy William Ortiz, 63, of Huntingtown, Maryland passed away March 23, 2023 at his home with family by his side, after a 3 year battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. He was born August 24, 1959 in Topeka, KS to William Edward and Carmen (Rivera) Ortiz. He was primarily raised in Westway, a neighborhood in Canutillo, TX, where he graduated Salutatorian from Canutillo High School in 1977. Tim married Rosa Nuñez in December of 1984 and they lived in California, Colorado, and New Mexico before moving to Maryland in 1996, eventually making Huntingtown their home in 2002. He started his career at the age of 19 with TRW in White Sands, NM as a Key Punch Operator. It was there that he developed a love for computers and computer science. He went on to have a very successful career working as a Senior Program Manager for Raytheon Technologies for 20 years. During his career he worked for NASA’s EOSDIS Evolution and Development and worked on 2 programs at Goddard Space Flight Center where he led teams that provided solutions for evolving earth science data access challenges. During this time Tim obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Maryland University College in 2010. He later went to work for SAIC as the NASA SENSE Program Manager, retiring in April of 2020. In 2014 the Director of NASA awarded Tim two awards, the NASA Prime Contractor of the Year across all NASA Centers and the NASA Prime Contractor of the Year at Goddard Space Flight Center.
Tim was an active member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church where he served as CCD instructor, lector, and extraordinary minister. He was also an engineering mentor, solar system ambassador for NASA, and a Maryland Master Gardener. In his spare time he enjoyed cooking, grilling, reading, woodworking, crafting, making jewelry, and most recently spending time with his grandson.
Tim is survived by his loving wife Rosa Ortiz, children Carmen Ortiz, Amanda Ortiz, Olivia Ortiz (Tony Lehnen), and Gabriel Ortiz, grandson Anthony Lehnen, and brothers Thomas Ortiz and William Ortiz. He was preceded in death by his parents.
An additional Celebration of Life will be held in El Paso, Texas in August.
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Sudha Murthy
March 30 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
Tim was our program manager at Raytheon. He was a kind and happy person and always reached out and asked about our families. We had a dance recital for our daughters and he came all the way with his family to attend. Our deep condolences to the family for your loss.
Sudha
Evelyn Nakamura & Calin Duma
March 30 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
We are saddened for your loss. We worked with Tim for almost 20 years at Raytheon. I will always remember him as a mentor and a good man, devoted to his co-workers, and above all to family. Tim eagerly shared his pride in his culture, and frequently brought in his homemade salsa for his office mates to sample during Hispanic Heritage month. Tim lived a fulfilling life, and by his example, he enriched the lives of so many others. With deepest condolences, Evelyn Nakamura & Calin Duma
Tim Goff
March 30 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
Tim was the program manager at my first job out of college, and for many years after. He always had an open door and was incredibly supportive and kind to an intern and then new full time employee. When I moved away from the area and telecommuted, I was always sad to miss out when he brought in homemade salsa for the office. I believe he brought the peppers from NM every year, and it was worth it as the salsa was amazing. Tim left an indelible mark on EOSDIS and I am blessed to have had the chance to know and work with him. My condolences and thoughts to the family for their loss.
Tabby Mwaura Tim’s caregiver
March 30 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
He was a Brilliant gentleman A lot of ♥️ for his wife, Rosa, their kids, & grandson; Generous kindness, educator’s wisdom– I can’t tell it all. It was a privilege & honor to be his caregiver, but not alone, his family were there with me. I will never forget the love from the family & all his friends. Rest well till we meet again. You will be missed.
Sharon Rios
March 28 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
Ruben and I are so sorry for your loss. We will forever remember our wonderful times while Tim wad in our life here in New Mexico. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
William Kallal
March 28 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
I had the honor of working with Tim during my time at Raytheon. Not only was he a warm and generous person that cared very deeply about the people he led, but he consistently lived his core values and did the right thing, even when times were difficult. He was a true renaissance man and leaves behind an impressive legacy that will continue to inspire others to Make This Day Count. I am deeply saddened by his loss and send my thoughts and prayers to his family. He will be missed.
David Contreras
March 28 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
I had the pleasure of having Tim as a mentor for a small time before he left Raytheon. In the small amount of time I had with Tim as a mentor, he made an impact on me and my overall goals for career growth. He was a very humble and direct person which I personally admired. My deepest condolences to Tim and his family.
Anita and Carleton Turley
March 28 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
Rosa, Carmen, Amanda, Olivia, Gabriel, and the family who Tim loved so much, we are sharing our condolences to you in your loss of one of the best men in the world. We know the family as friends and neighbors, and were lucky enough to get to know Tim. As mentioned to the family, he was always fiesty and full of life – living it and loving it – and always ready with a smile and good mischief. Tim was always a teacher and so patient, whether it be a discussion over food or who had the better process at work! Tim, you are so missed but you live on through your great family.
Mary Ann Wilson
March 28 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
To The Family, I worked with Tim in the Lanham, MD office whenever he did an office visit. He had the best sense of humor and such a calming voice. I pray for peace, comfort and understanding for each of you. Tim is now made whole and is dancing with his ancestors.
Patricia Ramos Carrillo
March 28 – Obituary: Timothy William Ortiz
Rest in peace amigo.
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