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Obituary for Ramirez


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday May 19, 2000

Antonia"Toni" C. Ramirez, our beloved mother and wife, died unexpectedly on May 17, 2000. Toni chaired the Board of the Heights YMCA; she was a member of the Planning Committee for the Fiesta de Ontonio. She is survived by her devoted husband of 28 years, Eddie Ramirez; three daughters, Maria Elyna D. Montoya of Albuquerque, Victoria Bustos and husband, Cary of Grants, Esperanza Ramirez of Albuquerque; one son, Eddie Ramirez of Albuquerque; six grandchildren, Andrew and Antonnette Montoya, Patrick Torres, Triston and Joshua Bustos, and Ashley Salazar. Also surviving are her mother, Ricarda Sandoval and husband, Ted; her father, Luis Padilla and wife, Mary; two brothers, Anastasio Padilla and wife, Angie, Leo Padilla and wife, Christina; one sister, Manuelita (Mela) Sanchez and husband, David, all of Albuquerque; father and mother-in-law, Andres and Virginia Cortez; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and a host of friends. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and all who loved and knew her. May God welcome her home with loving arms."We love you mom." A Memorial service will be conducted Saturday at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on 8th and Iron.