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Sylvia Ramirez Obituary
Sylvia Gallo Ramirez, age 71, passed away on April 8, 2013, after her valiant fight with cancer. Sylvia was born to the late Humberto and Margaret Gallo on September 27, 1941, in San Antonio, Texas. Sylvia was married fifty-two years to the love of her life Frank Ramirez, Jr. Family and friends were Sylvia's passion and delight. Sylvia is survived by her husband, Frank Ramirez, Jr.; daughter, Leticia (Letty) Miller ( Jack) ; son, Frank (Tico) Ramirez; grandson, David, granddaughter, Elise, step grandchildren, Chad, Johnathon, David and Courtney; sister, Norma Lozano (Placido), brothers, Herb Gallo (Aida), and David Gallo (Terri). She also leaves behind numerous loving relatives, nieces, nephews and friends. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the oncology staff at Metropolitan Methodist Hospital and the staff of Odyssey Hospice for their support in her final days. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2013 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 5:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be presided by Fr. Frank, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, on Monday, April 15, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. Donations may be made to the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Research Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, Texas 77030.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sylvia Ramirez
Ninfa (Loli) Luna, (Margaret R. sister)
April 18, 2013
Frank, Letty & Tico, My deepest condolences, Sylvia was always very nice to my mother & I, she was a beautiful woman inside & out! God be with you always!
Dr. Tom Uribe & Gloria Uribe
April 17, 2013
Frank and family our deepest sympathies to each one of you. May the memories be you comfort. We met through. Willie and Teresa Lozano some time back and we shared some good times.
Dr Tom Uribe And Gloria
Elizabeth Ramirez-Rodriguez
April 16, 2013
Frank. On behalf of family of the late Crecencio Ramirez Jr. We extend our sympathy. Elizabeth & Mario Rodriguez. Praying for you and your family.
Hector Herrera CW2(Ret) 238th Maint. Co.,
April 16, 2013
Comander Ramirez, I wish to extend my sincere condolences to you and your family. May the love she shared and the memories you have sustain you at this time.
Albert Sosa
April 15, 2013
We trust that you are in perpetual peace in the arms of our Father in Heaven. Blessings to all the family.
JUAN FLORES SFC238TH
April 15, 2013
MR FRANK ,I DON'T KNOW IF YOU REMEMBER ME ,PLEASE ACCEPT MY SYMPATHIESFOR YOUR LOSS LOSS . MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.
Dee Ann & Alex Schwan
April 15, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to your family for the loss of a lovely lady.
Oscar Gallo Jr.
April 15, 2013
Dear Frank & Family - my prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family. I will never forget her welcoming smile - she has joined the other angels watching over us!!!
Love Oscar & Helen Gallo
Deborah & Louis Ramirez-Gallo
April 15, 2013
Our condolences to you and your family.
James Vera
April 15, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss my friend. My prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Alfaro
April 14, 2013
Dearest Mr. Ramirez, Letty and Tico, Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. I pray that God gives all of you the strength needed to endure during this very difficult time.
April 14, 2013
Letty, I am sorry for your loss. Grace and peace to you and your family. Diana (Camero) McMullen
Richard and Susie Martinez
April 13, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Tony Edmondson
April 13, 2013
I know that all who new Sylvia mourn her loss; there is one more great light in heaven and one less light on earth. Sylvia always did her best to make everyone comfortable and to feel welcome. And she always made everyone laugh. God bless her.
susan maddox
April 13, 2013
Truly an inspiration to us all...Ms. Sylvia certainly made an impact on so many lives without ever knowing it. Such a lovely woman....
Freddy Lopez
April 13, 2013
I'm sorry Frank and Letty for your lost of your mom. I lost my dad in 2009 to Pancreatic Cancer, so I know exactly what you are going through. My words will not diminish your pain, but I just wanted to let you know that my prayers and thoughts will be with your family. May God give you strength during this time of grief and may He remind you of all the fun times and Laughter that you shared with your mom.
My Lord, please keep the Ramirez family close to you and let them feel your strength and love!
Alfred & Terri Ramirez
April 13, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. We share the pain you feel. Remember the good times and the memories you shared together, always in your heart; never lost!
Mike Neve
April 13, 2013
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Dr. Lopez Ramirez
April 13, 2013
The times we spent together I.will always cherish,and the things we shared most of all our close friendship.Ifmy tears could build a stairway and memories a lane . I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you back again, I'll always love you, and never forget you.
Charles Walker
April 13, 2013
My thoughts and best wishes go out to the family of this wonderful woman. I was one year younger and grew up three doors down from Sylvia and her family and have nothing but fond memories of her presence in our neighborhood. My condolences for your great loss.
hilda storie
April 13, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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