Antonio Jose Ordóñez (aged 82) passed peacefully at his home in Atlanta, GA on 2/18/23, surrounded by his loving wife and children. He was born in Cuenca, Ecuador and came to the U.S. as a young man, serving proudly in the U.S. Army as a combat engineer. Antonio and his wife, Patricia, raised their family in West Palm Beach, FL. He is deeply missed and will be remembered as a fearless protector; a wonderful singer and musician; and a passionate chef. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Ann Ordóñez; and children, Regina Ordóñez Maia (Francisco), Francisca Ordóñez Hinz, Antonina Walden, and Patrick Flaherty (Karen); and many grandchildren. He is preceded in death by children Paul Flaherty (Kathy) and Lila Flaherty.