I always remember Uncle Ralph with a smile. I recall when my brother Michael died he came over and spent a few hours consoling his brother Jesse. It touched my heart to see that. I'd call him when I was young to wish him a Happy Birthday Feb. 3 which was easy to remember because my birthday is Feb. 4. Rest in peace Uncle Ralph.

Lisa

R.P. You are now in God's embrace, but I am thankful to have spoken to you just a few days previous,,,,my prayers will always be with you! God bless your family!  You will be in our hearts!   Blessings to all the family!??Rest in Peace! Amen

RIP Ralph Perez gone but not forgotten will always be in our hearts.

I always hoped that days like this would never come, but it has.
I have so many memories of my dad, Ralph Perez Sr., I could go on forever.  

My dad was always my hero, bigger than life to me.  I remember when my brother Robert and I, about age 9 or 10, were on our way home from Uncle Jessie's house in his GMC pick-up truck when two cars were blocking the road.  I remember my dad telling the two guys in the cars to get out of the way.  I remember vividly the two young guys jumping out of their cars to physically challenge my dad.  Dad jumped out the truck not intimidated by them whatsoever.  When they took one look at my dad, they returned to their cars and drove off.  For me that was a Joey Starrett moment; Shane shooting all the gun slingers in the town saloon without hesitation.  

In reality, dad was a gentle loving man.  He was a generous father, taking us kids camping, fishing, jet skiing, dirt biking, and swimming every chance he could.  We did not grow up spoiled, dad always made sure that we knew the importance of hard work.   I loved so much going camping as a family and bringing our friends with us.  Our home was always open to the neighborhood children.  Our home was the place to be; swimming and playing for countless hours.  Today, my friends share the same memory of going camping as kids with me and my dad.  I remember going fishing with dad, never catching anything but just as fun nonetheless.  I continue fishing expeditions with my own children and perhaps one day we will actually catch something!

I always knew my dad loved me very much, even though he never said it.  If I ever needed his help, he would be there in a minute.   I also knew that he loved his mother and Grandma Connie very much.  I am sure he never told them he loved them, but rather found a way to express how much he cared for them in HIS own way.  You could always find dad fixing something around their homes, a floor layer by trade but a true man of all things handy.  I remember Grandma Connie telling me once that dad was a Good Man, I smiled, knowing that she was right.  I compliment coming from Grandma Connie.  Dad was an amazing helpful man to everyone around him.
 
I want to thank you dad, for being a loving father, a wonderful husband, and an amazing Grampie.   WE were so lucky to have you in our lives. I am sure the gates of heaven swung open when knowing a special man like you were coming.  Say hello to your mother, your father, brothers and sisters who I know loved you as much as WE always will.  Don't forget to check on Grandma Connie to see if she needs anything.  Finally, make sure to meet up with your brothers, and your good buddies; Ralph Sierra, and Pete Martinez.  Don't forget to invite my friend Maxx Vidana in joining all of you for a cold beer.  You earned it.

Your Loving Son, Ralphie

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

My Father and best friend!   We shared so many special moments together this last year!  I looked up to you for being a Mans Man!  You knew how to do things that others were at a loss in doing!  You had the math gene and even in your weakened state could do your math in your head with ease!  You taught me to love the outdoors!  You taught me how to swim and to love the ocean!

RP - you will ways be jn our hearts.  Prayers to the family!

We all love you!! Thxs for teaching me to work hard and teaching me how to swim! You will always be with us!! When you left a part of me left with you!!

We all loved you! You will always be with us!

Mr. Perez, so grateful to have the privilege of spending time in your home throughout my childhood. I'm sure when you heard at a knock at the door you knew it was going to be me. Thank you so much for letting me be a part of your family as a child. God bless you. Say hi to my Dad for me. Tell him I love him. From the pest neighborhood girl.

Uncle Ralph, I will truly miss talking and laughing with you. Thank you for always being a part of family events. Rest in Heaven and give my Grandpa a big hug from me.

Uncle Ralph you were always so excited to see me when I was able to see ya and your beautiful smile, and laugh you will be missed. love Esther Sierras Cervantes and Family.

Thank you dad for being such a wonderful father. You made us all feel very special.

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Ralph Perez

February 3, 1932 – December 14, 2014

Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary

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