Carlos Gumaro Cortez was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at the blessed age of 60. He was born October 11, 1961 in Saltillo, Coahuila Mexico, to Antonio and Valentina Cortez. He is reunited in heaven with his parents. He is loved and will be greatly missed by his wife Mary Ann Cortez; children Erik Aguilar, Noemi Cortez, Anthony Cortez, Brandon Cortez, Brian Cortez, Matthew Cortez, Patricia Cortez; 14 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; siblings Angelica, Claudia Patricia, Maria Esther, Monica, Juan Antonio; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends. Heaven has gained our most beloved blessing. He will live forever in our hearts.