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Community Rallies To Support Family Of Popular Area Restaurant Owner Who Died At 47 Community Rallies To Support Family Of Popular Area Restaurant Owner Who Died At 47
Community Rallies To Support Family Of Popular Area Restaurant Owner Who Died At 47 The community is coming out in force to help the family of a popular Hudson Valley chef who died suddenly at the age of 47. Chay Ortiz, the founder of Mole Mole, a Mexican eatery in the City of Poughkeepsie, died at home on Tuesday, March 2, according to his obituary. Known for his truly authentic Mexican food, and super friendly demeanor, Ortiz was busy working on his second restaurant located in the old Cafe Arora at the time of his death. Since his death, friends and customers alike have contributed to a GoFundMe account to cover funeral expenses as well as to express condolences. On t…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner, Chef Dies Suddenly At Age 47 Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner, Chef Dies Suddenly At Age 47
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner, Chef Dies Suddenly At Age 47 The owner of a popular restaurant in the Hudson Valley has died at the age of 47. Chay Ortiz, the founder of Mole Mole, a Mexican eatery in the City of Poughkeepsie, died suddenly at home on Tuesday, March 2, according to his obituary. Known for his truly authentic Mexican food, and super friendly demeanor, Ortiz was busy working on his second restaurant located in the old Cafe Arora at the time of his death. One friend said on Facebook: "This man has given so many opportunities and has created jobs for a vast amount of people throughout the Hudson Valley.  "Chay has donated and volu…

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by Kathy Reakes