Marcos Ramirez

On August 16, 2014 the gates were opened for our beloved husband, father, grandfather and dear friend to join god and the angels in heaven. Marcos Ramirez was born on February 14, 1940 in Ontario, CA. At an early age his family moved to Redlands, CA where he met his lifelong love Carmen Mendoza. Her only competition was his first car, which he purchased at the age of 16. He leaves both behind at their home in Loma Linda, CA where they raised their family. Marcos and Carmen were married in 1960 and this November would have celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary.

Marcos was preceded in death by his father Marcos Ramirez, his stepfather and mother Pedro and Nicolasa Martinez, his bother Gilbert Ramirez, and his sisters Francis Gregg and Mary Lou Fuentes.

He is survived by his best friend and wife, Carmen Ramirez; two daughters, Deborah DeLeon and Sandra Edson (Kevin), and a son Mark Ramirez. He has three grandchildren; Tony DeLeon (Debra), Jackie DeLeon and Kelsey Edson and two great grandchildren, A.J. and Leilah. He is also survived by his two sisters; Rosa Barbo (Redlands, CA) and Irene Silva (San Bernardino, CA).

Marcos was very active and used each moment wisely. He enjoyed time with family and friends, and looked forward to attending the annual High School reunions. He was a dedicated worker who also enjoyed the outdoors, working on various projects, camping and traveling. Marcos had a youthful spirit and was a father figure to many. He was most proud of his children and grandchildren. Marcos was an active member of St. Josephs the Worker Catholic Church, active in bible study and other parish events. He was a member of Loma Linda Council 9037 Knights of Columbus and a fourth degree color corps.

Marcos will have a visitation on Sunday, August 24, 2014 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Montecito Mortuary in the Laurelwood Room, Colton, California and a Funeral Mass on Monday, August 25, 2014 at 11:00 AM with a Rosary at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph the Worker in Loma Linda, California with interment to follow at Montecito Memorial Park, Colton, California.