Miguel Ortiz

Miguel A. Ortiz, a revered chef with a storied career spanning over 75 years, passed away on February 6, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, at the age of 92. Born on May 4, 1933, in Durado, Puerto Rico, Miguel dedicated his life to the culinary arts, with experience in Puerto Rico, Rochester, New York, Chicago, and Florida.

Known as a hard worker and a loving boss, Miguel was renowned for his particularity in the kitchen and his ability to cultivate camaraderie among his colleagues, who enjoyed working under his guidance. Cooking was not just a profession for Miguel; it was his passion and defining hobby.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Carol Lee, and his children Irma, Toni, Michael, Richard, and Vicky Ortiz. Miguel leaves behind a legacy not only as a chef but as a proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather whose children and grandchildren were among his greatest accomplishments. He will be remembered fondly by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.