Juanita Ramos Maldonado

February 23, 1940 – November 2, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Juanita Ramos Maldonado, who peacefully left this world on November 2, 2026, in Homestead, Florida, at the age of 86.

Born on February 23, 1940, in Brownsville, Texas, Juanita lived a life defined by family, devotion, strength, and unconditional love. She was a woman who loved deeply, cared fiercely, and always wanted the very best for those she held close to her heart.

Juanita shared an extraordinary 70 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Roberto Maldonado. She was the love of his life, his lifelong companion, and the heart of their family. Their seven decades together were a testament to enduring love, commitment, and a lifetime of shared memories.

Above all, Juanita cherished her family. She was a proud mother of Maria Maldonado; Juanita (Juan) Gonzalez; Enedina Gutierrez; Rosa (Ruben) Ramirez; Roberto (Yolanda) Maldonado Jr.; Norma (Sergio) Maldonado; Raquel Maldonado; Gavie (Royner) Almeida; and Vicki (Rigoberto) Maldonado-Garcia

Her grandchildren held an especially precious place in her heart. Her 23 grandchildren, who lovingly called her “Wela,” brought her immeasurable joy, along with her many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Her love extended across generations, creating a family legacy that will continue to grow long after her passing.

Juanita was a strong woman, sometimes strict, but always with good intentions. Her rules came from a place of love, and behind her firm words was a heart that wanted to protect, guide, and prepare her family for life. Her love was unconditional, and those who knew her understood that everything she did came from wanting the best for the people she loved.

She found happiness in the simple pleasures of life, enjoying her favorite television shows and surrounding herself with flowers, plants, and the beauty of gardening. Like the flowers she lovingly tended, Juanita planted seeds of love, strength, and family values that will continue to blossom through the generations.

She is also survived by her beloved siblings: Julian Ramos, Maria Garcia, Manuel Ramos, and Santiago Ramos.

Though her presence will be deeply missed, the lessons she taught, the memories she created, the traditions she passed down, and the unconditional love she gave will remain forever in the hearts of her family.

A wife, a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, a great-great-grandmother, a sister, and a friend — Juanita's greatest legacy was the family she loved so dearly.

Rest peacefully, Wela.