Joe Ramirez was born in 1940, emigrating with his family from Puerto Rico to America as legal citizens in 1943. He grew up in Brooklyn NY, taking his trade in printing to support his first wife, Trinidad & 3 children in NY then NJ. After divorce in the 1990s he moved to Georgia to take work & be closer to the country he loved. He met & married Linda Weatherly in a square dance themed wedding, square dancing being a lifelong avocation. In retirement, he took on other pursuits like travel, perfume bottle collecting & film extra work most notably in the first season of the show "The Walking Dead." After Linda's passing in 2013 & his own battle with illness he reengaged life by returning to square dancing & meeting Vanessa McIver who helped him enjoy the last of his life, seeing him through his illness until his passing on March 27th 2017. He is survived by his sister Miriam Nogueras of NY, sons Richard, Ronald & Randall, 4 grandchildren & all of the lives he touched. In lieu of services donations can be made in his name to the YWCO on Research Drive until Friday April 7th. Lord and Stephens, East is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald on Apr. 2, 2017.

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Karlene Klimek

March 27, 2019

Joe, I can't believe you've been gone for 2 years. I miss your stories, your smile & your dry wit. Knowing you, you're keeping all the angels in stitches and have most likely formed a square dance group in Heaven. You were truly one of a kind!!

Amelia chatham

March 27, 2019

Miss you and your happy smile. Convention is coming up and I know you
would have a great time. Such a sweet man.

September 13, 2017

Joe was one of the sweetest men I have ever known. He was in our perfume club in Atlanta and he was the life of the party. Will miss him so much.
Amelia Chatham

April 4, 2017

May the God of compassion and comfort strengthen the family during this difficult time.2 Corthians 1:3,4

April 4, 2017

Sorry for your loss may there be comfort in knowning that god cares for you. 1 peter 5 : 7

Tawana Barnett

April 4, 2017

My sincere condolences, heart, thoughts and prayers goes out to Randall Ramirez and the entire family. Sending Prayers for peace and comfort throughout your time of need.

Teresa Brown

April 3, 2017

I didn't know Joe well, but he always made water aerobics at the Athens YWCO fun...he had a gentle way about him and a fun sense of humor..a lot of people will miss you, Joe

Gina Dillard

April 2, 2017

Randy & family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Joe's passing. I worked with Linda for many years and know that Joe made her very happy and he took such good care of her during her illness.
He was always so friendly & smiling when
he came into our office. My condolences
to your family.

Karlene Klimek

April 2, 2017

My sincere condolences to Joe's family and network of friends for the loss of a one in a million human being. Joe, your smile, endless energy, compassionate nature and wry sense of humor are traits to be proud of and will be missed by all who had the privilege of meeting you. You were an angel on Earth in so many ways and now you are an angel in Heaven watching over us. Thank you for being such a wonderful addition to Vanessa's life and all of us. You are now free of pain and able to square dance again! God Bless you.

Burlyn (Mike) Michel

April 2, 2017

Joe was a great friend to all of us square dancers and will be greatly missed by so many.

jay toci

April 2, 2017

I liked Joe from the first time I met him, and am sadened to learn of his passing. I worked with his second wife, Linda Weatherly. My very best regards to his Family and friends.

Nelda Parker

April 2, 2017

Joe is greatly missed in our YWCO aquatic arthritis classes. He always brought with him his smile and sense of humor, and his passing is a loss to us all.

Mavis Keyes

April 2, 2017

Randy. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time!! God Bless

Sharon Brumlow

April 2, 2017

We miss you and your quips so much in the pool at the YWCO. And I will miss you forever.

Marsha Matteson

April 1, 2017

You were such a sweet kind man, Joe. Will miss you and will think of you whenever I do my "Word Find" puzzles. Thank you for being Vanessa's Earth Angel and lifting her up with your love and caring and adventurous spirit over the past few years. Rest in Peace, free of all your pain.

Paige McClain

March 31, 2017

So sad to hear of Joe's passing. Joe you were such a good companion to Vanessa. To finally meet someone like you. You were such a blessing to each other.

Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes East Chapel

April 2, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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