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Isaura Hernandez-Ramos de Velez

Isaura Hernandez-Ramos de Velez obituary, Roanoke Valley, VA

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Oakey’s Vinton Chapel

627 Hardy Rd.

Vinton, Virginia

Isaura de Velez Obituary

Isaura Isaura Hernandez-Ramos de Velez, 84, an incredibly beautiful, strong, loving, vivacious, and elegant woman, passed away on August 20, 2011 at 1:30 a.m. She is fiercely loved by her three children, ten grandchildren, eight greatgrandchildren, and most of all by her husband of 64 years. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, she went on to travel the world over with her husband, imposing her tenderness, kindness and forward thinking. Upon becoming ill, Isaura moved to Connecticut to be closer to her family. She graced her family with seven more years of life against all odds and brought happiness to all who knew her. She leaves a legacy of self awareness, grace, astounding strong will, and gentle perseverance. Her love for lollipops was a metaphor for her search of the sweetness in life and her belief that there is always something good in every situation. We will all miss her terribly, but we know that she is looking over us, smiling and proud of what she started with her beloved husband 64 years ago. As our matriarch, she created a family that is strongly united, rich with love and that will carry forth her lively spirit.
Te amamos siempre Abuelita. Gracias por ser la base de todo lo que tenemos. Sabemos que Dios te bendíjo, te va a cuidar y protejer.
Funeral services will be held at Oakey's Vinton Chapel noon Sunday, August 21, 2011 with Brian Willard officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel.


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Published by Roanoke Times on Aug. 21, 2011.

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Barbara Orange

August 22, 2011

Maria and Family,
May God bless you with strength and love,
and may each of you continue to find comfort with memories of your amazing loved one.

Prayers and love,
Barbara Orange

Angela Waters/Holland

August 22, 2011

May her strength help the family grieve her loss and keep fond memories close to your heart. RIP Abuela, as she will be sadly missed by all.

Beth Tuesburg

August 22, 2011

Maria,
I am so sorry for your loss and want you to know that I will be keeping you and your entire family in my prayers. Your Grandmother sounde like an amazing woman and I pray you will all continue to keep her close with your many happy memories. God Bless you all

Cheryl Hollie

August 22, 2011

Maria

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

August 21, 2011

Isa,
You are in our thoughts and prayers along with your father and all of your family.


Wanda & Jerilynn Cobler

Stull Teresa

August 21, 2011

To Gloria and her family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. You all were blessed with your Grandmother and Mother.Love to all the Family.
Annette and Teresa

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