Calvary Temple Church
3000 Loop 534
Kerrville, TX
78028
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
10:00 AM
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Garden of Memories Cemetery
3250 Fredericksburg Rd.
Kerrville, TX
78028
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of Kerrville, TX
November 6, 1999 - May 3, 2025
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She was a graduate of Ronald Reagan High School in San Antonio, TX. She went on to get her Associate's Degree from Northwest Vista College. She worked at Maurice's Boutique in Kerrville, TX. She was a very devoted Christian and a member of Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, TX. She was also an aspiring author with a published book.
Survivors include Daren and Loreta B. Cortez (parents), Lori R. Cortez (older sister), Danny and Gloria R. Cortez (paternal grandparents), Joan L. Cortez (paternal aunt), Daniel J. and Kim Cortez (paternal cousins), John A. Cortez (paternal cousin), Tim and Dana W. Bratcher (maternal grandparents), and Zach W. Bratcher (maternal uncle) and Seth A. and Ashley Bratcher (maternal uncle and aunt).
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Calvary Temple Church with Pastors Del Way and Joe Taylor officiating. Burial will follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery.
The Family has been humbled and very blessed by family and friends as well as the whole community.
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19 Condolence(s)
Claudia Morales
San Antonio, TX
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Daren and family I am deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter Courtney. My heart aches for you. May you find strength in the love and memories you shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you. -Claudia
Shawn P A Weaver Sr & Bobbie Jo Weaver
North East, MD
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
My friend /blue cord brother Daren, Reta, Lori
and your family….Our hearts ache for you enduring
the loss of your daughter, brother and nephew.
We pray that our Lord gives you all the strength
to find peace in this tragic event. We pray that
sister-in-law heals as well. May your lost loved
Ones rest in peace knowing one day they will
Reunite with you again in heaven!
My family sends our prayers to yours and holds
you in our hearts! God Bless…..with love from
The Weavers.
Laurie Dozier
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Praying peace and comfort for family, friends and all affected by her passing. 🙏🏻😢
Lori Green
Forney, TX
Monday, May 12, 2025
My heart breaks for you and your family during this unimaginable time. Please accepts my deepest condolences for the loss of your daughter, Courtney. I cannot begin to comprehend your pain, but I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. With heartfelt sympathy, Lori Green
Rich Cherry
Pensacola, FL
Monday, May 12, 2025
My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Deanna Caraway
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, May 11, 2025
I do not know you, but my heart breaks for the family’s tragic loss of these loved ones from the horrible wreck. May the Lord hold you all tightly in the days ahead as you remember your precious one.
Nancy Wiley
Garland, TX
Saturday, May 10, 2025
My heart goes out to Courtney’s family and friends. May our Lord wrap His arms around you all at this time of sorrow. 🙏🏻
Sheree Hess
Center Point, TX
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
I didn’t know Courtney, but I do know Joan and Dan. Tge Cortez family is well-loved. Every life is precious, and the loss of any is heartbreaking, but certainly the loss of a young person who should have so many years left to live is tragic, made more so by the senseless act of another. May Courtney fly with the angels and let her presence be felt by those who loved her so much. The community’s collective heart breaks for you all. May God comfort you and give you strength in the days to come.
Pedro (Pete) Guerrero
VERNON, TX
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
In loving memory we pray for Courtney Cheryl Cortez: May God embrace Courtney Cortez lovingly in eternal life and bring peace and comfort to family and friends. RIP Courtney!
Sharon Croteau
Harrisville, NH
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Your time on earth was short, but memorable. I met you while talking with your Dad and your love for each other was so evident! My heart breaks knowing you are no longer with us.
Ethan araujo
Toronto Ontario,
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Courtney was not just my best friend, she was my big sister and mother... we talked everyday about everything on discord, we both supported each other and were there for each other even when we fought... Courtney was more family to me then most of my real family... and now that shes gone... I feel the same way as her family... I'm sorry that she past, I'm still in shock and I hope one day we can meet and hopefully connect... I hope she rests in peace...
Love Ethan Araujo...
Pat Vaughn Tisdale
Ingram, TX
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Dana and family, I know your heartbreak is unbearable but God will get you through. Know my prayers are with each of you. God bless, Pat Tisdale
Kay Calloway
Aurora, CO
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Sweet Courtney - fly high in heaven. You are the light in the darkness. The memories of you will bring peace to your parents one day. You will never be forgotten. Kay Calloway
Deborah Rickard
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences and prayers for your family and friends. God bless you all.
Allen Barton
Rockwall, TX
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
My heart felt condolences to your family.
Stacy Cummins
Spokane, WA
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Courtney we didn’t get to meet in this life sadly but I think of you and the future you now have to miss that you could have had. My imagination of you places me everywhere a young lady is to do that now has been taken away from you. For that I am truly sorry. I think of you as a sweet young lady that was dearly loved by everyone. I hope you bring the quick smile on that made people enjoy your presence in the room. That happy thought. That peaceful thought. I know you will be the one watching everyone down here the closest. You will show up as a surprise when near by everyone’s heart. Rest in peace young one. My thoughts and prayers to our family. Love from the Aunt Stacy
Rickey & Marcell Knighten
Glenwood, AR
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Prayers for all her families & friends
Noni Vance
kerrville, TX
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
There are no words that can describe the Loss of one beautiful young Lady such as you Courtney. The Joy you brought to your parents and Grandparents and your sister, the wonderful time with your friends and family. Your laughter and smiles brought such a wonderful Joy to all who were around you. The world has lost a ray of sunshine, but i am sure you are up there picking on your Uncle Dan and teasing Cody and keeping them in line. Love you sweet Angel, your missed beyond words. Always n forever in our hearts n minds, never forgotten. with love Noni
Richard and Monika Behrens
San Antonio,
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Dearest Courtney you are a beautiful flower and it was an honor for us to know you. My wife and I cried at hearing of your passing, so soon you went home. We truly thank God for your precious life and for the treasure of your faith. We are looking forward to hugging you in our true heavenly home. You will always be missed. Love and prayers, Monika and Rich 🙏❤️⚘️