Ruben Cortes Portillo, 36, of New Haven passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Elia Luna Cortes Portillo. Ruben was born in Traxcala, Mexico on May 19, 1987, and was the son of Cenovio Cortes and Anatolia Portillo. He had worked for A&A Auto Truck Repair as a mechanic for 16 years. Ruben will be remembered for his hard work, dedication to his job and most importantly to his family, who he loved unconditionally. Loving father of Josue Vega III. Brother of Matias Cortes, Carmen, and Anel Cortes. Son in law of Wilda and Efrain Rivera. Brother-in-law of Luis (Jen) Juan, Pedro (Nancy), and Jennifer (Samuel). He leaves behind his extended family Wayne and Melissa Moras, Wayne and Lauren Moras Jr, and Michael and Dana Moras. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, God children, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
The visiting hours will be Wednesday, April 17th from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home. A brief service will be conducted in the funeral home on Wednesday evening at 7:00, followed by a full service on Thursday morning, April 18th at 10:00. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
My condolences to Elia and family. Ruben was a great man. May rest in eternal peace.
Sending hugs to Elia and family. May he rest in peace.
My Sincere Condolences for the loss of your beloved Rubin. He was an amazing young man who worked very hard and loved his family. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless,
Alex Sanpedro
Mi más sentido pésame a la familia de Rubén Cortez Portillo. Rubén era un querido amigo del que guardaré muy gratos recuerdos. Rubén era un gran trabajador y sé que adoraba a su familia. Muchos extrañaremos muchísimo a Rubén. Mis oraciones están con usted y su familia. Dios los bendiga, Efraín Coronel y la Familia de Premier Car Center