Emergency & funeral expenses for Jhon Mauricio

Jhon Mauricio Ortiz, 38, a devoted and loving father, husband, son and dear friend to many, passed away at home overnight from a sudden illness. He is survived, by his two young daughters Gabriela (8) and Olivia (2), and his wife Tatiana Rodriguez.

Mauricio was a hard working 18-Wheeler truck driver. He worked long exhausting hours to provide for his family and make ends meet. He had been hit pretty hard by the economy in the recent months were he was struggling to find enough loads/trips to make, as well as the recent theft of his Semi-Truck.

His closest family (mother and sister) Elizabeth and Maria Clara, who he had not seen in 3 years, are currently residing in Europe, Spain with no visa/permit to travel to the USA. Their broken hearts aching at a distance with no possibility to say their last goodbyes

He was absolutely devoted to his two daughters Gabriela (8) and Olivia (2), who he could never say no to. It was normal for him to get home late after long trips and still find time to help with homework, basketball practice/games for Gabriela, caring for Olivia and helping around the house.

Unfortunately, as the economy took a toll on his finances, and in the struggle of living paycheck to paycheck we are worried for the well being and future of his two daughters and wife.

As the sole provider his loss is a devastating blow to his family.

Mauricio was the definition of the American Dream, his love for the USA was as true as any loving patriot. He left a mark anywhere he went with his charisma, humor and loving personality. He was a literal "Gentle Giant".

We really appreciate your donation and help in this difficult time.

SPANISH

Jhon Mauricio Ortiz, de 38 años, un devoto y amoroso padre, esposo, hijo y querido amigo de muchos, falleció en su casa durante la noche de una enfermedad repentina. Le sobreviven sus dos hijas pequeñas Gabriela (8) y Olivia (2), y su esposa Tatiana Rodríguez.

Mauricio era un conductor de camión de 18 ruedas muy trabajador. Trabajaba largas y agotadoras horas para proveer por su familia y llegar a fin de mes. En los últimos meses se había visto muy afectado por la economía, ya que le costaba encontrar suficientes cargas y viajes que hacer, así como por el reciente robo de su semirremolque.

Su familia más cercana (madre y hermana), Elizabeth y Maria Clara, a las que no había visto en 3 años, residen actualmente en Europa, España, sin visado/permiso para viajar a los Estados Unidos. Sus corazones rotos duelen en la distancia sin posibilidad de decir sus últimos adioses.

Estaba absolutamente entregado a sus dos hijas Gabriela (8) y Olivia (2), a las que nunca podía decir que no. Era normal que llegara tarde a casa después de largos viajes y aún así encontrara tiempo para ayudar con los deberes, los entrenamientos/partidos de baloncesto de Gabriela, cuidar de Olivia y ayudar en casa.

Desgraciadamente, la economía habia impactado fuertemente sus finanzas, y en la lucha por vivir de cheque en cheque estamos preocupados por el bienestar y el futuro de sus dos hijas y su esposa.

Como único proveedor, su pérdida es un golpe devastador para su familia. Mauricio era la definicion de el sueño Americano, su amor por los Estados Unidos era tan grande como el de un verdadero Patriota. Dejaba huella allá donde iba con su carisma, humor y cariñosa personalidad. Era literalmente un "Gigante Gentil".

Muchas gracias por su apoyo en estos momentos dificiles.