REINALDO ANTONIO "RAY" AROCHO, Jr., age 57, of Portage, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2014.  He was born on April 20, 1957 in Gary, Indiana.  Ray will be deeply missed.

Ray is survived by his mother, Irene (Angel M.) Ortiz; 7 siblings; many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Reinaldo Antonio Arocho.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VA.

A funeral service for Ray will be Monday, April 28, 2014 at Rees Funeral Home, Brady Chapel, 3781 Central Ave., Lake Station with Bishop Dale P. Combs officiating.  Visitation will also be Monday, from 4:00 until the time of service at 7:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Brady Chapel, (219) 962-1606 or go online to extend condolences at www.reesfuneralhomes.com .