Moises P. Ramon

Moises P. Ramon, age 77, died on November 27, 2022, in San Antonio, TX after a long and courageous battle with congestive heart failure. He was born on September 4, 1945, in Robstown, TX, to parents, Nazaria Perez and Augustin Ramon. They called him “Moy,” a nickname that would stay with him for all his life. He loved them dearly and cared for them until the end of their lives.

THE ATHLETE. Moy was a proud Robstown Cotton Picker and an accomplished athlete. At age 12 his little league team traveled by train to Louisville, Kentucky to contend in the Regional Tournment for the Little League World Series. The team was made of predominantly Latino players and, as such, were met with discrimination and prevented from entering local hotels and restaurants. Nevertheless, they earned the title of Texas Little League Champs of 1958. Moy went on to receive his varsity letters as a highschool sophomore, lettering in football, baseball, basketball and track. Always beloved and larger than life, he was named “Most Likely to be Heavy Weight Champion of the World” his senior year. Moy was also very proud to have earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America.

THE HUSBAND. Moy met the love of his life, Maria Hilda Guerra, in choir his junior year of high school (1964). Moy and Hilda had a deep and everlasting connection that was felt by everyone who knew them. The summer of 1966, Hilda’s family moved from Texas to Ohio but Moy would not relent. Hilda and Moy wrote letters to each other for four years until 1970 when her father finally permitted her to return to Robstown. They were married July 31, 1971 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Robstown, Texas. For their honeymoon, and with only $300 to his name, Moy surprised her with tickets to Mexico City to see and experience The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Moy was a generous husband, often surprising her with roses and jewelry. He called her “Guera” and she called him “Globo.” They finally settled in Houston, Texas, where they raised their four sons. Hilda and Moy were married for 51 years.

THE FATHER. Moy was a dedicated father, friend and coach to the boys. He prioritized a Catholic education for them. He and Hilda worked overtime and made many sacrifices to ensure all four boys attended schools that reflected their Catholic values. He coached all of their little league teams and was a mentor to many young men. His coaching service spanned some 25 years. If you ask his sons, they will tell you that some of their best memories are barbequing with their father. Moy made his own homemade brisket rub and would routinely do overnight brisket smokes witht the boys for church bizarres, festivals and caterings. He loved fishing, cooking and gambling with his sons. He called them “Bub, Bubba, Mijo, My Kings and Number 1, 2, 3 & 4.” They called him “Dad, Bubba, Daddy and Vato.”

THE GRANDFATHER. Moy’s grandchildren were by far the most cherished relationships in his life. Grandfather to six, he was active in raising them and never missed an opportunity to attend their gamesand school events. He often prayed the rosary with them and though he never pressured them in their faith, he was and will always be a beacon of faith in their lives. He called them, “Number One, Baby, My little nurse, Mijo, Bubba and Buster.” They called him “Popo”.

THE SERVANT. Moy was a deeply spiritual man. In 1979 he and Hilda co-founded the Guadalupe Society and helped to facilitate the Fiesta of the Our Lady of Guadalupe and Las Mananitas. He served in the Stephen’s Ministry and on ACTS committees. People who received spiritual direction from Moy often said that he had the gift of Divine Wisdom and had a way of pairing his direction with humor and unconditional love. He attended mass every Sunday, without exception, until this year when his health rapidly declined. Even in the hospital and ICU he continued to receive communion and confession until the last week of his life.

Moy was a loyal friend, loving son and patient father. His love for Hilda was a rare and magical gift that will inspire us for generations. His smile healed us, his faith led us and the stories of his life will become legend. In his final days he said to Hilda, “I am ready to go home.” Though our hearts are broken, we are safe in the knowledge that he is resting in the arms of His Creator and Mother Mary who called him home quietly on the night of Sunday, November 27th when his heart finally stopped beating.

Moy is preceded in death by, his parents, Augustin and Nazaria Ramon; and his mother and father-in-law, Gilbert and Sarah Guerra. He is survived by his wife, Hilda Ramon; his sons, Tim and Michelli Ramon, Jason and Crystal Ramon, Eric Ramon, and Matt Ramon; grandchildren, Cameron, Carissa, Mason, Ashlyn, Timmy and Xavier; sister, Lydia Ramon; brother, Juan and Norma Ramon; numerous nieces, nephews, honorary sons and daughters, godchildren, granddogs and one grandcat (who he hated).

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Porter Loring Mortuary North.

ROSARYTHURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 20227:00 PMPORTER LORING MORTUARY NORTH

FUNERAL SERVICEFRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 202210:00 AMST. JOSEPH HONEY CREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH25781 TX HIGHWAY 46