Maria Ramirez

November 20, 1930 - November 11, 2020

Maria de Jesus Ramirez , 90 years old, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2020 in her home with family by her side. She was born on September 20th, 1930 in Ejutla, Jalisco Mexico to Leon and Maria de Jesus Zepeda. She was the oldest of 5 siblings and grew up in Manzanillo, Colima until she married a friend of the family Ramon Ramirez who preceded her in death in 1987. After the wedding they settled in Redwood City, CA. Maria de Jesus was lovingly called “Chuyita”. She was a dedicated mother of seven children first and foremost. She instilled great values to her children. She loved to cook and everyone loved to eat in her kitchen. Her tamales were and are the best ever. She worked tirelessly for the good of her family. She had a great sense of humor and would surprise with witty remarks. She always saw the good in all the people she came into contact with besides offering her well-intentioned health advices and remedies. She was an extraordinary woman with many outstanding qualities, generous and hospitable lead the list followed by charitable, forgiving, thoughtful, empathetic, compassionate just to mention a few. Remembering when she opened her home and her heart to a couple of children from a third world country from an organization named Lamp backed by Stanford University. She was a woman of great faith and very active in her church being an important leader in a group named “Legion de Maria”. There are so many wonderful things to say and not enough space. She will be missed more than words can express and it is comforting to know that she is now resting in peace in heaven in the presence our Lord. To ensure the health and safety of our community, we are following all guidelines set by local, state and CDC officials. If you are planning on attending a service, please contact the funeral home in advance, so that we can plan accordingly.