Frances Ortega Operchuck

On Friday, January 1st, 2021, Frances M. Ortega Operchuck, passed away at the age of 74. Frances was born on January 8th, 1946 in Long Beach, CA. She was a teacher and a counselor for ABC unified for over 30 years. On August 8th, 1970 she married Daniel John Operchuck, her junior high sweetheart. Frances had a passion for traveling, education, sewing/crocheting, and learning people’s stories. She was known for her straightforward communication style, commitment to Parkinson’s research, dedication to her children/granddaughter, and strong spirit. She was always in pursuit of self-improvement including technology growth and communication. Frances had amazing strength to live life to the fullest and determination when taking on her numerous health challenges. Frances was preceded in death by her father, Nick Ortega, and her mother, Beatrice Leon Ortega. She is survived by her husband, Danny, her children Nica Operchuck Rumion and Brandon Operchuck, her granddaughter Liliana Rumion, her brothers Rocky Ortega (wife Rita Ortega) and Nick Ortega (wife Janene), nieces and nephews. We will all miss her loving, stubborn ways! Burial will be for immediate family only a celebration of life will be held at a later date when it is safe to gather. Please consider a donation in memory of Frances to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.