Anthony Martin Ramirez

Tony Ramirez age 44, of Austin, Texas died January 7, 2015. Tony was born on October 9, 1970 in Austin & lived in the area all his life. He was preceded in death by his beloved father, Manuel S. Ramirez. Survivors include his mother Carmen S. Ramirez of Austin; 2 daughters: Maricela & Ana Ramirez of Houston, 3 brothers: Manuel Ramirez Jr. & John Cirilo Ramirez of Austin, Michael Ramirez & wife Candy of Munford, Tennessee; 2 sisters: Sylvia Ramirez Garcia of Austin, Mary (Vangie) Ramirez Abeita & husband Edward of Round Rock.

Tony was the youngest of six -- the baby of the family. He was like a son to his oldest sister, Vangie, and like a brother to many of his nieces and nephews. Tony adored his beautiful daughters Maricela and Ana, as they were his pride and joy. He cherished his daughters and would have given them the moon and the stars. He was very protective of his family; he wanted to have all of his family -- brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, grandchildren -- to celebrate holidays together. His sense of humor was beyond hysterical, always making everyone laugh.

Tony was well known for his big & tender heart; it was easy for him to get emotional over many things, such as sick or hurting children. He would often give food to the homeless that he had just purchased for himself. He would go from house to house within the family to help with whatever needed to be done & put laughter in our hearts.

His love for his family & friends was limitless. His greatest joy came from doing something for them in a time of need. After the passing of his father’s sister, he worked side-by-side with his mother & siblings to help in distributing & managing all of her personal belongings. When all was done, he continued to maintain her yard until the sale of her home was complete. When his brother’s wife was going through chemo for cancer, he went to Tennessee to care for her while his brother had to work.

Tony loved music; he expressed himself through the music he enjoyed, and also working with his hands, having a natural artistic ability. He had recently found enjoyment in archery & bowling, and had plans to attend classes on welding. He could take a pencil & draw like no other.

Although he battled all his life with an illness few can understand, he had the courage to get up daily & do his best. His greatest gift to his family & friends is his spirit of perseverance in the face of true vulnerability. We will always remember his strength, compassion, humor & devotion to family. He will always be in our hearts & we will cherish forever our memories of him. As his brother so aptly put it, He’s not gone, so I won’t be saying goodbye but: “See you later, bro.

I LOVE YOU!!”