Nickolas Ramus Obituary

Nickolas Ramus passed away in Benson, AZ on May 30, 2007. Nick Ramus was one of the most well known and beloved Native American actors of his era. He was a renaissance man, having lived life to the fullest. A boxer, a singer, an artist, a pro motorcycle racer, and the star of the very first native language film, WINDWALKER. Everyone that knew him loved him. There was nobody else like him. He had the patience of a saint and the strength and wisdom to match. Nick was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Kaysie and an inspirational father to his children, Maria, Demitrius, Nickolas, Jr., and Chase. We will miss our "Pops".

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jun. 2, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Nickolas Ramus

14 Entries

Louise Miller

November 30, 2020

Back in the early 1980's, I was walking through a mall in Orange County, Calif., where I lived at the time, and I came across an artist who had a beautiful portrait of an Indian Warrior for sale. It was a print, not the original, but the artist had added some oil touches to the print. The warrior was actor, Nicholas Ramus. I loved it so much and after learning a bit about this actor from the artist, I happily purchased it for $250.00. I was originally from Oklahoma, and I had a 'western' family room, to help me not be so home sick. That nice size portrait hung proudly next to John Wayne, and other heroes of the old West. All these years later, at least 35, try as I might, I haven't been able to make out the artist's signature. If anyone knows his name, I would appreciate knowing. I have loved that wonderful painting. His handsome features, wisdom, and strength were depicted magnificently in all his colorful regalia. I feel like and old friend is now gone, but not forgotten. It's so nice to hear all the kind and inspirational remembrances of Nick Ramus.

Raynette Ancheta

April 13, 2020

He was my first Actor I met back in 1981/82 at the Huntington center mallMall. my Daughter and I have an Signed autographed picture of him.so sorry for your loss

Nick Ramus, Jr.

May 7, 2008

It is lovely to see how many people were touched by my father. I am deeply touched, my father gave freely of himself to others in the aspiration of being loved.

Scott Hylton

November 2, 2007

I was blessed to be able to work with Nick on the film "The Treasure of Painted Forest" in 2004, and I can easily say that he was the most kind, gentle soul I have ever met. When I knew we were going to be working together on the movie I invited him to lunch. When he found out that I was coming from Los Angeles to have lunch with him, he invited me to stay at his home in Arizona and visit overnight. I really enjoyed Nick and Kaysie's kind hospitality and listening to Nick's stories about growing up and working in the industry. I also enjoyed the time we spent together just hanging out on the ranch. Then, having the opportunity of working on the film with an actor, so gifted and so professional as Nick was an unforgettable experience that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Thanks, Nick. Much love and peace.

heather timblin

October 20, 2007

He will never be forgotten, He is one of a kind,so very talented and he will be sorely missed. All my best wishes for his family and friends for their loss is great.

LUIS RIVERA

September 15, 2007

I WANT TO EXPRESS MY CONDOLENCES TO MR RAMUS'S FAMILY. PEOPLE LIKE HIM WILL NEVER DIE. HE ALWAYS WILL BE REMEMBER AS AN ADMIRABLE HUMAN BEING. HE SPOKE TO ME THROUGH AN EMAIL IN MARCH 2007, AND GAVE ME PERMISSION TO PAINT HIS PORTRAIT.I WANT TO FINISH IT IN HIS MEMORY. GOOD JOURNEY MR.NICK RAMUS.

peggy Ramus

September 10, 2007

Much Love goes out to you and your family, I hope it was a glorious passing into the spirit world. Blessings of Peace to all of us left behind! "we will remember him FONDLY" I think I remember Nick wanting that ? Nick always had a sense of humor!, something his son Dimitri picked up from him. I guess I'll see him again some day! PEACE, Peggy Sullivan Ramus, and Clan

Vel Espinoza

August 15, 2007

Windwalker is one of my favorite movies. I always admired Mr. Ramus as a great actor. I just found out today that he had passed. My condolences to the family.

MARLA CRAWFORD

July 9, 2007

YOU WERE THE BEST IN WINDWALKER. I WILL MISS SEEING YOU IN OTHER SHOWS

Pearl hosken

July 6, 2007

Mr. Nick Rest in peace. I loved your emails. i will miss you, but know that the great spirit is with you.

Charles O'Dell

June 6, 2007

I saw many of his movies and I always wanted to be the Indian when playing as a child.

I am told that Nick Jr. lives in San Marcos, Texas. I'm sure he has many wonderful stories to share about his dad.

Maggi Burke

June 4, 2007

Kaysie....My deepest sympathy for you at this time. You allowed me to assist you in financing you home when you and Nick moved from California to Tucson. My love and prayers to you at this difficult time. If there is anything, ever that I can do for you or anyone in your family, please do not hesitate to call on me. Please, again, accept my prayers and thoughts. Maggi Burke

June 2, 2007

Mother earth calls home, Father sky listens - A good actor is gone but will never be forgotten

Bradley Michaud

June 2, 2007

My deepest condolence to the family of a great man and actor. He will be missed.

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