Sgt. Christopher Ramirez

Sgt. Christopher Ramirez

Christopher Ramirez Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 28, 2005.
Sgt. Christopher Ramirez dreamed of living near his family in his hometown of Edinburg, Texas. He had been saving for a plot of land and planned to build his own house. Ramirez, 34, was one of a family of 11 children. "He loved spending time with his family, loved being with his brothers and nephews and nieces," his sister-in-law Cynthia Ramirez said. "He loved baseball games. When he was home, almost every day we had to do something with him. Ramirez, based in Fort Riley, died April 14 in an ambush near Fallujah, Iraq. After graduating from high school in 1991, he joined the military and served in Kosovo and Desert Storm. Cynthia Ramirez said her brother-in-law didn't think he'd return from his latest tour of duty. "He called an hour before he got on the plane to say, `Make sure I get full military honors and a funeral.'' We kept telling him not to think like that, to be positive. He''d been back safe twice from a war." Survivors also include his parents.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Christopher Ramirez's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

August 14, 2022

Sandy Ramirez posted to the memorial.

June 13, 2019

Simon Ramirez posted to the memorial.

February 24, 2019

Chet& Ginger posted to the memorial.

Sandy Ramirez

August 14, 2022

Miss you for always. I asked you for a sign, and you came through. I love you so much, brother. I am so proud of you and the impact that you still have on so many people. I know you were just being yourself,but, your light still shines so brightly.

Love,
Your baby sister

Simon Ramirez

June 13, 2019

My brother my hero.

Chet& Ginger

February 24, 2019

Sargent Christopher Ramirez will always be our Hero! Sacrificing his life for our Freedom. His Angel Wings carry him from Jesus' Arms to his Family's side in a nano-second. God Bless his Family!

Chris Clements

February 18, 2019

Today I turned 34. The same age you were when you were killed in action. I never thought Id live to see this day. Not a day goes by that I dont think about that night. You will always be remembered Chris.

Chet& Ginger

June 19, 2018

Christopher died a Hero, preserving our Freedom! We will always remember his sacrifice in our minds, praying for his family in our hearts. God has Blessed Christopher by keeping him safe in God's Arms.

Beto Gearing

June 18, 2018

Always missed but never forgotten the trill hero

Chester & Ginger

April 18, 2015

Sargent Christopher Ramirez is a Hero; he wears his angels' wings w/ pride. God allows Christopher to be right at your side, whenever you need him. We continue to pray for your healing

Ramirez Family

April 18, 2015

11 yrs. Since you became Our Fallen Hero. R I.P.

Garcia Gilbert

April 17, 2015

Miss you brother , but i know your with the Angel Soldier's!! SGT. Garcia, G.

Simon Ramirez

April 8, 2015

Miss you little brother today and always.

Chester & Ginger

May 27, 2014

Sergeant Ramirez gave his "ALL" to preserve our Freedom. He stands beside God, completely understanding all of God's Mysterious ways.

Simon Ramirez

May 26, 2014

Thinking of you little brother. RIP

Roman Ramirez

April 23, 2014

Miss You Tio . Rest In Peace

Ramirez Family

April 16, 2014

IT HAS BEEN TEN YEARS AND NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT WE DONT THINK ABOUT YOU.YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN !

Chester & Ginger

April 15, 2014

The pain of losing your son, brother, cousin, best friend, grandson still hurts today. Never forget that Christopher fought for preservation of our freedom. His reward is being able to stand next to Jesus. Keep up your faith!

April 14, 2014

Hello Brother !! Just this short message to let you know that I'm here thinking about you and missing you battle . There's not a day I don't about you , I'll be joining you, but at this time not yet Ramirez , not yet !!! My Love and Condolences to the Ramirez Family , from SGT.Garcia,Gilbert. ? you Brother. 1/16 -1/19 Infantry, PSD Team.

Simon Ramirez

April 14, 2014

Rest in Peace little brother. My hero.

Ron & Tina Locklear

April 14, 2014

SGT Ramirez was a brave Soldier, mentor and friend to all those that he was associated with. He gave the ultimate sacrifice on this day 10 years ago. His memory and sacrifice remains with me always and forever. Chris will not be forgotten. As he watches from heaven on this day, know that I miss you my Brother in Arms. God Blessed us with Great ones on this Earth and we had the privilege to be blessed by Chris. Take Care as you will always be in our hearts. Prayers go out to all who have lost, but remember they are never forgotten.

Ron Ramirez

April 2, 2014

Sure do miss you little brother!

Ginger & Chet

April 1, 2014

Sargent Ramirez has the honor of celebrating his Birthday w/ Jesus, standing next to God. He watches over his family & friends every day! I'm sorry for your loss! ///, (salute)

Rosie Ramirez

April 1, 2014

On this your birth date. R.I.P.

Rosie Ramirez

April 1, 2014

Remembering you today and always..

Sergio Ramirez

March 31, 2014

Hey carnal, not a day goes by that I don't think of you in some way. I see you in my dreams and I wake up to realize that it was just that, a dream. Some days are harder than others, like today. April 1st was your birthday and I always remember dad saying he thought it was an April fools joke that you were born on this day. Lol. I love you and miss you with all my heart bro. Till we meet again.

Sergio Arellano Oros

May 27, 2013

Sgt. Ramirez not a year goes by that I don't think about you and the heroic way you went out. I remember We didn't get off on the right foot but in the end we became the best of friends. Nights out partying in Manhattan and our numerous FTX exercises still linger in my brain as if it was just yesterday. I clearly remember our battle in Fallujah and where I was the day you died. It was unfortunate that I was in a different part of the battle that day but god must have wanted a great soldier at his side.
Rest in Peace Brother.

Ginger & Chet

April 17, 2013

Again we remember Sargeant Christopher Ramirez for his courage and dedication to preserve freedom. He's an angel who will guard you forever.

Ron Ramirez

April 16, 2013

Always in our thoughts and prayers.

Simon Ramirez

April 14, 2013

Its been nine years and it feels like just yesterday you were with us. You are my hero and you are always with me. Love you little brother.

Peggy Childers

April 14, 2012

To the family and friends of Sgt. Christopher Ramirez:
Always remembering Christopher. "Some gave all."

sandy ramirez

April 14, 2012

8 yrs ago today the lord called you to be with him,and everyday for the last eight years you've been in our thoughts and prayers.your family and friends love and miss you so much! Love you,brother!

Ron Ramirez

April 1, 2012

Happy Birthday little brother love you and miss you.

Simon Ramirez

May 30, 2011

Thinking of you little brother always. It's so hard without you here. Soon we shall be together partying in the sky. You were the best brother I could ask for.

Wayne DeLong

April 14, 2011

I will always value our time that we had together and your friendship... Miss ya Chris

ron ramirez

April 14, 2011

Rip in peace little brother miss you lots n your always on our minds.

Gilbert Garcia

April 13, 2011

Remebering and Missing you , SGT.Ramirez. My Prayers and Condolences to the Ramirez Family and Friends. SPC.Garcia,Gilbert 14 April 2011

Ginger Mankowski

April 13, 2011

To the family and friends of Sgt. Christopher Ramirez:
Please accept our remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Ginger Mankowski/Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Simon Ramirez

April 1, 2011

Someone's got a birthday, yes they do. Someone's got a birthday, I wonder who? This is your day little brother. You are always with me bro. Till we meet again.

Sandy Ramirez

April 1, 2011

Happy birthday,chris.love u and miss u lots.remembering you today and everyday.

SIMON RAMIREZ

March 22, 2011

REMEMBERING YOU TODAY AND ALWAYS SON.LOVE AND MISS YOU, DAD.

Ron Ramirez

March 21, 2011

Missing you big time little brother keep watching over us.

L Neal

March 20, 2011

To the family of Sgt. Christopher Ramirez:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.

Joanna Ramirez

January 27, 2011

hi tio, im here at school and i was thinking about you, & i just thought i'd leave you something; I love you and miss you & i cherish all those moments we spent together, <3 those were the best! you always knew how to keep a smile on everyones faces & those silly jokes you would say, i will always keep you on my mind and never forget you, <3 until we meet again! i looooove youuu! :*

CYNTHIA RAMIREZ

September 3, 2010

hey Chris it's bein 6 years already since you left us. not a day goes by that i think of you. I MISS YOU WITH ALL MY HEART. MY HERO! I LOVE & MISS U.. CYNTHIA ANN

E O

August 20, 2010

RAMIREZ FAMILY I served with Chris in Germany and Iraq back in 91. Couldn't believe when I read about his passing. Funny that two dudes from Edinburg would wind up as roomies half way across the world. My sincere condolences.

"MEMORIAL DAY 2010" HONORING & THANKING YOU ! YOU'LL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!

ROSIE RAMIREZ

June 1, 2010

THE RAMIREZ FAM

May 30, 2010

MAY 31, 2010 "MEMORIAL DAY"
REMEMBERING YOU,CHRISTOPHER,OUR HERO,YESTERDAY,TODAY,AND ALWAYS!!

Simon Ramirez

April 17, 2010

hey little brother, just here thinking of you and all the great times we had growing up. till we meet again. stay cool. your older brother.

samdy ramirez

April 14, 2010

Chris,
6 years ago today you left us to be with the lord. and still remember like it was yesterday. Words cannot describe how much we all love and miss you. Remembering you today and always,chris.LOVE YOU SO MUCH!
your baby sister,
sandy

RAMIREZ FAMILY

April 14, 2010

CHRISTOPHER,TODAY ON THE 6TH YEAR OF YOUR PASSING INTO GOD'S KINGDOM, WE WANT YOU TO KNOW IT DOESN'T GET EASIER AS TIME PASSES,BUT MAKES US STRONGER AS A FAM.SO WE CONTINUE TO HONOR ,LOVE, PRAISE YOU AND TO KNOW THAT SOMEDAY WE ALL WILL BE TOGETHER.GOD BLESS THE U.S.A. AND R.I.P. OUR HERO!

Peggy Childers

April 14, 2010

To the family and friends of Sgt. Christopher Ramirez:
Remembering Christopher on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

RAMIREZ FAM.

April 8, 2010

CRISTOPHER, YOUR GODMOTHER AND AUNT HAS GONE TO BE WITH YOU AND THE LORD. R.I.P. CONSUELO RAMIREZ-NAVA

April 1, 2010

Happy 40th birthday Chris. Love you,miss you,wish you were here everyday.

PJ

February 7, 2010

Ramirez family,

I was with Chris in Iraq and the we visited you in Rockford, IL. after we came back. God bless and if you need anything please feel free to contact me.

PJ

sandy ramirez

January 30, 2010

Missing you every day,chris.but i know you're in a better place. love you so much.
sandy

PSD team/46th EN.BN (H)

GILBERT GARCIA

January 26, 2010

Thanks brother for squaring me away when i was a private and you were a specialist back in Fort Riley,KS. When i saw you on The Army Times Newsaper,'i cried", . Because of you i enlisted again.Just got back from IRAQ,and i know you were beside me.Love you and miss you SGT.Ramirez.

Ron Ramirez

December 27, 2009

Merry Christmas and Happy New year! Love ya bro.....

alith(oopie) ramirez

November 23, 2009

tio chris.
better late than never!
i love you && thank you for for your service and everything else as well
we all miss yew && yew remain in our hearts fOrever!
-LOVE ?OOPIE?

rose ramirez

November 11, 2009

CHRISTOPHER
HAPPY VETERAN'S DAY,LOVE YOU,MISS YOU AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!!!
LOVE,
YOUR BABY SIS,AND ROSE

sandy ramirez

November 10, 2009

brother,
thank you so much for your service
and fro being the amazing soldier you always were
but more importantly,for being you
love you,miss you
your baby sister,sandy

Roberto Carrasco

November 4, 2009

brother, veterans day is coming up and its hard not to think of you on this day. i still shed a tear when i look at you pic, but its all good. we'll see each other on the light side. peace...........

sfc carrasco

Kenna Larra

October 29, 2009

”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,800 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

Simon Ramirez

October 2, 2009

I just wanted to thank you my brother for always having my back when others didn't. You always kept your word and i will cherish that for all times. take care until we meet again. you older brother.

Corrina and Adrian

September 28, 2009

Adrian, Denise and Rene

September 28, 2009

Emily's first day of school.

Ron Ramirez

September 28, 2009

Hey little brother just want to say I sure do miss you. I am one of many that miss you and love you so much. As you know you have a big family and we all pray for you and keep you in our thoughts. I love you bro.

CHRISTOPHER AVERY RAMIREZ 9 MOS.OLD

September 27, 2009

robert ramirez

September 16, 2009

just wanted to thank you for your services and duty.....

Duncan Gatenbee

August 21, 2009

I love you brother!!! We had some great times in the old Ramrods together! You were my best friend there and I'll always remember you! Remember the swordfish in Ibiza?

Duncan

sandy ramirez

July 18, 2009

there will never be a day that you aren't in our thoughts and prayers.we miss you so much,chris
your baby sister,
sandy

Christopher Ramirez

July 18, 2009

Words for men like us are few are far between for what we do...

I carry the name on and honor your sacrifice.

Always,

SSG Christopher Ramirez

Donna Pittman

June 22, 2009

Donna L. Pittman [email protected]

Donna Pittman

June 22, 2009

Rosie??? Rocy? I am full of prayers for you and your step son!!!!!
Super glad to have met you and heard your story for real!!!!
Please please please keep in touch!!!!
litt;[email protected]
Love
Donna

June 21, 2009

Thinking of you today and always my brother. Keep looking out for the family, as we know you are always with us. Your older brother Simon

RAMIREZ FAMILY

May 25, 2009

MEMORIAL DAY 2009,
CHRISTOPHER, THIS DAY HAS BEEN SET ASIDE TO HONOR ,REMEMBER AND THANK ALL OUR FALLEN HEROES,AND SO WE HAVE,BUT NOT JUST TODAY WILL WE HONOR,REMEMBER AND THANK YOU OUR FALLEN HERO BUT UNTIL ENTERNITY!! ROSE AND SANDY(BABY SIS) MARC(BABY BRO.) AND SERGIO(THE MARRIED BRO.WITH A SON NAMED CHRISTOPHER AVERY RAMIREZ!)REMEMBERING YOU TODAY AND FOREVER!

Mario Leal

May 25, 2009

Happy Memorial Day.

Thank You,

Peggy Childers

April 14, 2009

To the family of Sgt. Christopher Ramirez:
Christopher gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

SANDY & ROSE RAMIREZ

April 14, 2009

APR. 14,2009
CHRISTOPHER, IT HAS BEEN 5 YRS.TODAY YOU BECAME ONE OF GOD'S FALLEN HEROES AND WE STILL REMEMBER IT AS IT WAS YESTERDAY.AS THE SAYING GOES, ONLY TIME HEALS BROKEN HEARTS,IT REALLY DOES NOT WE JUST LIVE EACH DAY REMEBERING ,HONORING,& THANKING YOU FOR THE GREAT SOLDIER YOU ARE! LOVING AND MISSING YOU STILL AND ALWAYS!

Ron Ramirez

March 28, 2009

Hey Chris just dropping a few lines to let you know that you been on my mind and know that you must be laughing at the dumb things that we have been doing. Nothing has changed, we are all still as disfunctional as always. We have new additions to the family and the legacy keeps growing. Love you always and miss you.

Chris @ work.

March 27, 2009

My mother-in-law , mother and sister

March 27, 2009

Chris and his bros (GQ)

March 27, 2009

Mom's Birthday Party!!!

March 27, 2009

Emily and the puppies...Miniature Schnauzers

March 27, 2009

Kory & Emily in Grandma's backyard.

March 27, 2009

Emily on St. Patrick's Day.

March 27, 2009

SPC Ramirez - Ft Irwin California 1992

March 25, 2009

SPC Ramirez in 1993 Ft Benning

March 25, 2009

Michelle Silva

February 23, 2009

We miss you. But know you will always be watching over us.

February 14, 2009

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY !

joe

February 11, 2009

I really dont feel like I belong on this guestbook.... I just wanted to let you all know that the guys that were ther are still with you and will never forget what a special person Chris was and is... he will live in my heart forever

Marco Ramirez

January 7, 2009

hey bro thinking of you always thru all the tears and beers one day im sure ill see u again we all love u very much i know ur in a better place brother

Simon Ramirez, Jr.

December 28, 2008

Hey bro just sitting here thinking of the good times we had and will have when we meet again. Talked to mom and the family in Rockford Illinois, they are freezing up there. Here its going great. enjoying the freedoms that you and the men / women of our armed forced provide. You are always with us. Keep watching over us my brother.

ROSIE RAMIREZ

December 24, 2008

12-24-08 CRIS TO DAY IS CHRISTMAS EVE AND OUR GREATEST GIFT WOULD BE YOU STILL WITH US,BUT WE KNOW YOU NOW ARE CELEBRATING THIS DAY WITH THE THE KING JESUS CRIST,AND A LITTLE OTHER GIFT TO US IS CHRISTOPER AVERY RAMIREZ,BORN ON THE 18TH AND NAMED AFTER YOU.YOUR YOUNGER BROTHER SERG IS A PROUD DADDY! REMEMBERING YOU ON THIS SPECIAL DAY,THE RAMIREZ FAMILY.

sandy ramirez

December 22, 2008

well chris, you have a new nephew.christopher avery ramirez was born december 18,2008 came in @ 6 lbs. 5 oz. .Serge has a little boy and girl now....wish you were here to see . ♥ sandy

Christopher Avery Ramirez born Dec 18,2008.

December 22, 2008

Ron Ramirez

October 11, 2008

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Sgt. Christopher and his homies...

Ron Ramirez

October 11, 2008

Thinking of you and missing you bro. I know you are watching over us but just wishing you were here with us, the kids all miss you and always talk to your picture. Love you bro and you are always in our hearts.

Ron Ramirez

October 11, 2008

Thinking of you and missing you bro. I know you are watching over us but just wishing you were here with us, the kids all miss you and always talk to your picture. Love you bro and you are always in our hearts.

CHRISTOPHER AVERY RAMIREZ IN 3-D ARRIVAL DEC.01,08 A "TRUE RAMIREZ"

October 5, 2008

September 24, 2008

chris!! well a little update...your nephew will be born in december and serg decided to name him after you...so pretty soon you're gonna have a brand new nephew of your ownnn.....i wish you were here to see it, but i know you're always with all of us.

Heading home after visiting Mom in 05'.

September 22, 2008

Showing 1 - 100 of 135 results

Make a Donation
in Christopher Ramirez's name

How to support Christopher's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Christopher Ramirez's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored

Sign Christopher Ramirez's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

August 14, 2022

Sandy Ramirez posted to the memorial.

June 13, 2019

Simon Ramirez posted to the memorial.

February 24, 2019

Chet& Ginger posted to the memorial.