Homero Ramirez

HOMERO V. RAMIREZ

March 30, 1937 – March 3, 2021

“When tomorrow starts without me and I’m not here to see,

If the sun should rise and find your eyes, all filled with tears for me.

I wish so much you wouldn’t cry, the way you did today,

While thinking of the many things, we didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me, as much as I love you

And each time that you think of me, I know you’ll miss me too.

When tomorrow starts without me, don’t think that we’re apart,

For every time you think of me, I’m right here in your heart.”

Homero Ramirez, 83, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, in Humble, TX. He will always be remembered for his humor, kindness, and unwavering work ethic. A native Laredoan, Homero started as a migrant worker before providing transportation to other workers in different crops. He then became a driver carrying fruits and vegetables for distribution. Later, he carried tile, which he drove and exported from Nuevo Laredo to Houston. He made Houston his home and became the CEO of Ramirez Tire Shop. His sons each operated their own branches throughout the Houston area. Upon retirement, he enjoyed visits from his children and grandchildren. He celebrated two successful Ramirez family reunions where the Ramirez legacy was honored. In 2017, his family surprised him with an elaborate 80th birthday celebration where he laughed, cried, and relished his time surrounded by his loved ones. His hard work ethic and dedication was instilled in each and every one of his family members, his legacy of determination and enterprise will forever be carried on in the hearts and minds of his kin.

He was preceded in passing by his parents, Jose Ramirez & Petra V. de Perez; his son, Modesto Ramirez; the mother of his six children, Maria Alicia Ramirez; his grandchild, Sonny Ramirez; his great-grandchildren, Matthew & Jordan Cavazos; and by his siblings, Maria Perez, Modesto Ramirez, and Francisca Perez.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Juanita Cabello Ramirez; children, Graciela (Ruben, Jr.) Ramírez Lara, Rogelio (María) Ramírez Sr., Gloria D. (Frank) Cantú, Homero (María) Ramírez, Jr., Mario J. Ramírez Sr., Ricardo (Carmen) Ramírez, Jacqueline (Kenroy) McKinney, Cesar (Yvonne) Ramírez, Anna Cabello, José Antonio (Perla) Cabello, Homer (Cassie) Arreola, and Federico (Rebecca) Arreola; grandchildren, Rusty (Zelica) Lara, Rodney Lara, Gina (Mel Portillo) Lara, Gracie (Zac) Beehler, Juan Ramírez, James (Veronica) Ramírez, Rogelio (Estella) Ramírez, Jr., Maria Rodriguez, Francisca Contreras, Anabel Cadena, Ezequiel Cadena, Juan Antonio, Cadena, Jacinda (Carlos) Ramirez Lozano, Frank Cantú, Jada Cantú, Eduardo Ramirez, María Luisa (Alonzo) García, Linda (Mauricio) Ramírez Salinas, Erica Ramírez, Mario Ramírez, Jr., Jennifer (Daniel) Ramírez Solorzano, Jeannie (Quinton) Ramirez Rose, Michael (Jennifer) Ramírez, Richard Ramírez, Kevin Ramírez, Justin Jefferson, Kerry Lee Jefferson, Anthony Cabello, Jose Antonio Cabello, Michelle Cabello, Sophia Arreola, Madeline Arreola, Josefina Arrerola, Joaquin Arreola, Liam Arreola, Kane Mckinney, Sania McKinney, Kyric McKinney and Blest Cabello; 29 great-grandchildren, 46 great-great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his siblings; Raúl Ramírez, Gregoria (Domingo †) Villarreal, José (Corina) Ramírez, Rita (Luis) Trujillo, Juan (Francisca †) Ramírez, and José Luis (Roció †) Ramírez; as well as by numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 12, 2021 from 5 until 9 p.m. at Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels & Cremation Services, 1410 Jacaman Rd. The Vigil for the Deceased and Rosary will commence at 7 p.m.

Funeral Services will take place on Saturday morning, March 13, 2021 procession will depart at 8:30 a.m. from Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels to San Martin de Porres Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9 a.m.

As per family's request, anyone wishing to pay their respect and give condolences in person is asked to please wear their facemasks at all times and follow CDC COVID-19 guidelines by maintaining safe social distancing.

Cremation Services will be held privately at a later date.

Pallbearers will be: Rusty Lara, Rogelio Ramirez, Jr., Frank Cantu, Jr., Kevin Ramirez, Richard Ramirez, Kane McKinney, Justin Jefferson, and Mario Ramirez, Jr.

You may express your condolences, share your favorite memories, and sign the guestbook online at www.joejacksonfuneralchapels.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of the funeral service professionals at Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels & Cremation Services, 1410 Jacaman Rd., Laredo, Texas 78041; (956)722-8850.