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Jorge A Melgar Cortez

May 20, 1984 — November 8, 2025

Plainfield, NJ

Jorge Antonio Melgar Cortez, 41, of Plainfield, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, at JFK Hospital in Edison, NJ.

Born in Chalatenango, El Salvador, Jorge was the beloved son of Jose Cortez and Maria Laura Melgar. He grew up with a deep appreciation for hard work, family, and good food—values that defined his life and the love he shared with those around him.

Jorge was known for his dedication and strong work ethic, always giving his best in everything he did. Outside of work, his greatest joy was found in cooking for family and friends. His “Sopa de Mariscos” was legendary—rich in flavor and made with the same warmth and care he gave to everyone in his life.

Jorge’s kindness, laughter, and generous spirit will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who were blessed to know him.

Family and friends are welcome to visit on Saturday, November 15th from 4-8pm in Scarpa Las Rosas Funeral Home, 22 Craig Place North Plainfield, NJ 07060.

Repatriation services to Chalatenango, El Salvador are entrusted to Scarpa Las Rosas Funeral Home, North Plainfield, NJ.

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Jorge Antonio Melgar Cortez, de 41 años, residente de Plainfield, Nueva Jersey, falleció pacíficamente el 8 de noviembre de 2025 en el Hospital JFK de Edison, NJ.

Nacido en Chalatenango, El Salvador, Jorge fue el amado hijo de José Cortez y María Laura Melgar. Creció con un profundo aprecio por el trabajo duro, la familia y la buena comida—valores que definieron su vida y el amor que compartió con quienes lo rodeaban.

Jorge era conocido por su dedicación y su gran ética de trabajo, siempre dando lo mejor de sí en todo lo que hacía. Fuera del trabajo, encontraba su mayor alegría en cocinar para su familia y amigos. Su “Sopa de Mariscos” era legendaria—rica en sabor y preparada con el mismo cariño y calidez que brindaba a todos en su vida.

La bondad, la risa y el espíritu generoso de Jorge serán profundamente extrañados por su familia, amigos y todos aquellos que tuvieron la dicha de conocerlo.

Familiares y amigos están cordialmente invitados a visitar el sábado 15 de noviembre de 4:00 a 8:00 p.m. en la Funeraria Scarpa Las Rosas, 22 Craig Place, North Plainfield, NJ 07060.

Los servicios de repatriación hacia Chalatenango, El Salvador, están a cargo de la Funeraria Scarpa Las Rosas, North Plainfield, NJ.

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