RAMIREZ, Henry (Kiki)

The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, Arizona February 11, 2003 Henry "Kiki" Ramirez. Kiki will always be celebrated and especially celebrated at the Camping Trips as he so loved the Hands-On Family outings. And for all the love and memories we offer this to you: My Mate or my Father, my Grandfather my Brother my Friend, we will all miss your Pure Guidance, Support and Humor but also the Undeniable Dedication to Being an Excellent Provider through the Strength of Focused Consistency, Courage and Belief which Forged you Our Loyal and Noble Oak. Henry Ramirez, 84, passed away in Phoenix, Arizona February 7, 2003. Born in Caborca, Mexico June 30, 1918. Henry was an owner/operator of Ramirez Trucking. Henry was instrumental in pioneering transportation of produce and tomatoes into Arizona from Mexico. He loved to watch the fights. He valiantly served his country during WWII in the US Army. Henry is survived by his loving wife: June; children: David Ramirez, Rick Ramirez, Brenda Covey, Tony Ramirez, Regina Ramirez-Davis and Alex Ramirez, seven grandchildren and two great grandsons. A brother, Walter Francisco Ramirez; two sisters: Carmen Hodgers and Mati Tyler. Funeral mass will be held at the St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5001 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 12:00 noon. A viewing for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, February 12, 2003 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Paradise Chapel Funeral Home, 3934 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, Arizona. (Obit: Courtesy of Pat Wilson)