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On December 23rd 2021 Mike "Big Mike" Ramirez, age 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
Mike Ramirez will be loved and missed by many as he was an important pillar of the community as well as a dutiful family man. He is survived by his longtime partner Gloria, his sons, his daughters, his grandchildren, his siblings, nephews and nieces, and many more who considered him as their own family member.
Mike Ramirez spent his early days growing up in a corporate encampment picking vegetables with his family. He got the opportunity to move to Salinas where he would lay down his permanent roots and eventually become a union cement mason.
Mike Ramirez was more than a hard worker and loving family man. He was a civil rights activist and even got to march with Cesar Chavez. He was also the first president of the New Arrivals car club. Mike was well known, respected, and loved by all who knew him.
Mike had a warm heart. He was always thinking of others and knew the right words to say in any situation. He was a devoted grandfather who provided support, wisdom, and encouragement. He adored his grandchildren and they will forever be grateful for all the happy and memorable moments that were shared. The love he had for them will always be treasured.
Mike, Big Mike, Uncle Mike, Gramps, Coach will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and community. He will be remembered most for his generous, kind, and loving heart- as well as his sharp wit and incredible sense of humor.
We will always carry your memory in our hearts. We love you!
Visitation will take place for Mike on Wednesday, January 5th from 1-5pm with a Rosary being prayed at 3pm at Healey Mortuary Chapel. Thursday, January 6th will be a Funeral Mass at Sacred Heart Church at 1:30pm. Burial at Queen of Heaven Cemetery will be held on Mon. Jan. 10th at 1:00pm.
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Hope Estrella
January 15, 2022
Rest In Peace Mike you will be missed. The world is less by the loss of you. I will always remember you in my prayers and God bless and keep you always. My condolences to his family very sorry for your loss my prayers R with you too.
Miguel M Banda
January 8, 2022
My deepest heart felt condolences to the family of a long time friend.
RIP Mike
Ralph M Torres
January 5, 2022
Our deepest condolences and prayers to Mike´s family and to his sons our earnest regards.
Sheryl Thompson
January 5, 2022
My friend and neighbor.I will treasure the many years I was blessed with Mike's kindness he is greatly missed.
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your next door neighbor....the Thompson family
January 4, 2022
So sorry of the passing. Mike was always ready to lend a helping hand and check on all of us. He will be greatly missed.
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