RAMON AMADO GUERRA

Ramon Amado Guerra, age 76, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on November 12, 1945 in San Antonio, Texas. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, educator, and active parishioner.

Ramon was preceded in death by his parents, Ramon and Maria del Rosario Guerra at a young age, and was raised by his grandmother Sra. Perez and Uncles Oscar and Fernando Guerra. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Rebecca Guerra; his children Ramon Alonso Guerra and partner Laura Chavez; Ricardo Amado Guerra, wife Idalia Maria Guerra, beautiful granddaughters Alina Lucia Guerra and Astrid Luz Guerra; and daughter Dr. Rosa Alisa Guerra. He had six first cousins, Dardanella Cardenas, ♱Dr. Fernando Guerra, Raul Guerra, Irma Perez, Josephine Perales, and Charlotte Garcia, whom he loved as siblings.

Ramon attended Our Lady of Guadalupe and Sacred Heart for elementary and middle school. He was educated under the Marianist Tradition and graduated from Central Catholic High School (Class of '64) and St. Mary's University with a BA and MA. He was a passionate educator whose career spanned 37 years in public schools. He taught government and thereafter became a school counselor. At the age of 30, he became a principal in the San Antonio Independent School District leading Johnson and later Margil Elementary schools. In the 90s, he worked in several capacities, as the Director of Guidance and Counseling, and Director of Career Technology and Education in the Edgewood Independent School District. He loved to keep his mind active and stay busy. During retirement, he began a second career working for the Archdiocese of San Antonio.

His generosity extended beyond the workday where he made his community a better place. He was a member of St. Paul's Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree Knights, Knights of St. Gregory, and the San Antonio Optimist Club. He held leadership positions on the PTC at St. Paul's and Central Catholic, and most recently was Chairperson of St. Paul's Pastoral Counsel. Additionally, he served on the St. Mary's University Alumni Board, Board of Directors for Central Catholic, Archdiocesan School Board as President, and School Board for Mount Sacred Heart. He was especially proud to be affiliated with the Marianists, the Brigidine Sisters, Salesian Sisters, the Josefinas, the Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and the Sisters of Perpetual Adoration of Guadalupe.

Ramon was grateful for his many blessings, including loyal friends, loving family, and a strong faith. He loved to travel, sing, and dance. In his last days he enjoyed seeing his granddaughters, watching las noticias y novelas, listening to Juan Gabriel classics, and cheering on the Spurs. Ramon had a contagious smile with a keen sense of humor that was evident even in his final days. He will be greatly missed.

The family thanks all his healthcare providers. They are grateful for the love and support received from family and friends.

Receiving of Friends: Wednesday, April 20, 5:30pm, St. Paul's Catholic Church, Rosary at 7:00pm.

Receiving of Friends: Thursday, April 21, 9:30am at St. Paul's Church, Mass at 10:00am. Celebration of Life: 11:15am in the St. Paul's Community Center. Inurnment: 2:00pm, Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ramon's name to Central Catholic High School or the St. Paul's Parking Lot Project. Online guestbook: www.theangelusfuneralhome.com