Isabel M. Hortelano Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Isabel M. Hortelano passed away at WakeMed Cary on December 10, 2018, one month shy of her ninetieth birthday. Isabel completed nursing school in The Philippines and moved to the US in 1959. Working initially in New York City, she moved to Chicago, where she soon met Manuel Hortelano through mutual friends. Although Manuel was living and working in Detroit, he courted Isabel, and they were married in Chicago in November, 1960. Through nearly 50 years of marriage, Manuel and Isabel raised their sons, Edwin and James, in their home in Detroit where they were faithful and active members of Gratiot Avenue and Cornerstone Baptist Churches. They hosted many gatherings for extended family and friends in the Detroit area. Over the course of her career, Isabel acquired the knowledge and experience required for work in specialized units, focusing on intensive and acute coronary care. Her choice to work mostly night shifts allowed her to enjoy dinners at home with Manuel and their sons. Isabel was also a surprisingly knowledgeable sports fan, making astute observations while rooting for all Detroit professional sport teams. Isabel is survived by her two sons, Edwin and James, their spouses, Jane and Scott, and one grandson, Ethan. A Memorial Service will be held at Wake Memorial Park, 7002 Green Hope School Road Cary, NC 27519, December 14, 2018 at 1:30pm.

Isabel M. Hortelano

January 10, 1929 - December 10, 2018