Mario “Chopper" A Ramas Jr.

Before the sun came up each morning, a young 20-year-old Mario Ramas Jr. would quietly leave for work. Not wanting to wake his wife, Lydia, he would often leave behind a handwritten note telling her he loved her. He spent long days working the Central Valley vineyards, returning home well after sunset exhausted, but proud to be providing for his wife and their firstborn daughter, Monica.

Mario “Chopper” Ramas Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 69 while resting beside his beloved wife on the beautiful beaches of Morro Bay—a fitting place for a man whose greatest joy was simply being with the woman he loved. He now rests in eternal peace, reunited with their beloved son, Mario Ramas III.

Born in Bakersfield on October 6, 1956, Mario was the son of Mario Ramas Sr. and Ramona Ramas. He grew up in Lamont alongside his siblings, Mona, Thomas, Ronnie, and Lisa, attending local schools and church. Proud of his Filipino heritage, Mario’s family roots trace back to Cebu and Manila. His father, a professional boxer and World War II Army veteran who served in Japan, instilled in him the discipline, resilience, and work ethic that guided him throughout his life.

At just 20 years old, Mario married the love of his life, Lydia, in 1976 at her mother’s home in Bakersfield. Together they built a marriage that lasted nearly fifty years and raised three children: Monica Arias, Mario Ramas III, and Joseph Ramas. In 1985, after years of sacrifice and hard work, they purchased their family home on East 18th Street and Gage Street, where they welcomed their youngest son, Joseph, just months later.

Mario’s greatest joy was his family. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, and an even prouder grandfather. He leaves behind ten cherished grandchildren and three beautiful great-granddaughters.

If you knew Mario, you knew he always had a story to tell and a smile to share. He loved looking sharp in his signature Cuban shirts, leather jackets, dress hats, polished Stacy Adams shoes, and even a cane long before he needed one. No matter where he was going, Mario believed in showing up looking his best.

He also loved sharing his passions with his grandchildren. Whether introducing them to superheroes and comic books or simply spending time together, he created memories they will carry with them forever.

Mario measured success not by what he owned, but by the family he loved, the laughter he shared, and the example he set through quiet strength, hard work, and unwavering devotion.

Mario is survived by his beloved wife of nearly fifty years, Lydia; his children, Monica Arias and Joseph Ramas; his ten grandchildren; his three great-granddaughters; his siblings Thomas, Ronnie, and Lisa; and countless extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mario Ramas Sr. and Ramona Ramas, his sister Mona, and his beloved son, Mario Ramas III.

Though our hearts are broken, we are grateful for every lesson he taught, every laugh he shared, every story he told, and every moment we were blessed to spend with him.

Until we meet again, we love you, Papa.

Visitation will be held at Funeraria Del Angel Hillcrest, 9101 Kern Canyon Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306, US, on July 9, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

A Funeral Service will take place at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 601 E California Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307, US, on July 10, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

A Committal Service will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park, 9101 Kern Canyon Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306, US, on July 10, 2026, from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm.