Heaven has gained a pair of Angel's, within three months, we lost our mother (Ramons), sister and now our Uncle Ray, the opportunity to spend time together was not often but when they did the smiles and laughs showed how much they meant to each other. 

Uncle Ray was a great man, always a kind word and was so genuine when he asked how are you? He really wanted to know..

I wish we could be there for his celebration, but know we will celebrate his life, during the rest of our lives.......

Although Ramon was actually my father-in-law since marrying his beautiful daughter Cindy in 2009, to me he was really my second Dad. As my own father passed away in 1994, having Ramon in my life to fill the role of 'dad' was very precious and dear to me. And we had a lot of fun doing the things that a Father & Son do; playing golf, drinking scotch and smoking cigars on the back deck, cooking together, road trips & vacations, watching football, going to the movies, great dinners, many parties and family events, and long talks about his many & fascinating life experiences.

When Ramon moved out to California, and ultimately to live with Cindy & I, he quickly became part of the fabric of our lives, and was easily accepted & loved by our visiting friends and family members. He was the most easy-going and low-maintenance person I have ever met - game for anything, never complaining and always easy with a smile and a twinkle in his eye. I will so miss his contagious optimism and easy temperament. Even towards the end of his days when his quality of life was becoming restrictive, he still savored the smallest moments with joy - he is an example to us all when we are frustrated by our First World problems..!!

Well Dad, RIP - I miss you already and wil never forget you and the fond memories we shared. You made me a better man...and Son ..XOXO

Nick

My Grandpa lived with us for about  7 years. We'd like to think of each other as roommates because our bedrooms were on the same floor. I remember as a young middle schooler and high schooler that he would always wake up before me and I'd find him in the kitchen preparing breakfast. Whenever I'd wander upstairs in the morning he would be slaving in the kitchen, making scrambled eggs, toast, bacon, you name it! His favorite breakfast item was definitely bacon because I remember he would make about 3 packs of them in the morning for us but there were never any leftovers. The amazing thing about my Grandpa was that he loved doing things for others. He truly loved making our family feel appreciated and taken care of. Since my mom and dad had work on the weekdays, my Grandpa would take me everywhere. We've shared countless memories in the car on the way to school and volleyball practice, always playing his favorite music, i.e. Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole. As a young child I grew to appreciate and love jazz and to this day it will always be my favorite genre. I was in choir for about nine years and my Grandpa came to every single performance I had. It didn't matter if I had a solo or was singing with the choir in the back, he was always there. My Grandpa was loved by so many people, especially all of my friends. The first thing my friends would do when they cam over was "go see Grandpa" in his room and say hello. They brought so much joy to his life and he brought so much joy to theirs. I'll always remember my Grandpa as a selfless, generous, and beautiful spirit.

I'll always love you Grandpa

Ally

Among my favorite memories are when I was young and eagerly waiting for your return from business trips. You always had a gift in hand - usually a troll doll (it was the 60’s!) for my collection. An exciting treat was joining you on the golf course and driving the golf cart. You showed great patience!

We were to become best friends in our later years and enjoyed common interests like dining out - our annual foray to Ruth’s Chris was a particular delight - and bonding over movies, the theater, music, politics and our kitties. Hardly anything kept you down - all cool charm - with perennial twinkle in your eye and smile. You took such good care of us, your family. I will forever remember your tenacity and fight as your body started to have a mind of its own, but still you smiled...and took care of us. 

Know that your spirit lives on in all whose life you have touched. 

I love you and thank God that you were in my life,

Cindy

My Grandfather lived a remarkable life. He had a beautiful family who loved him with all their heart.  It's easy to love someone as selfless and kind hearted as he was.  My Grandfather was "My Person".  I'd like to think that he had great influence in the person I have come to be today. He taught me the importance of education and knowledge.  This man never missed a choir performance, volleyball game, award ceremony or graduation.  He was always there for me and was hands down my biggest supporter.  My Grandfather taught me the importance of deaf culture and welcomed me into his community.  He lived a long and beautiful life and I am so happy this man was a part of mine. 

I love you forever, 

Ally