Francisco Ramirez

Francisco Ramirez, age 72, of Centralia, Illinois, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Odin Care Center in Odin, Illinois.

He was born Sunday, January 20, 1952 in Michoacan, Mexico, a son of Pablo and Maria De Jesus Ramirez. His curiosity and passion drove him to experience various trades. His dedication and creativity was evident in every project. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose remarkable life will be deeply cherished.

He is survived by his children- Elizabeth (Pablo) Velazquez, T.J. Schleuter, Billy (Hayley) Schleuter, Franky Ramirez, Christal (Jarrod) Morris, Jimmy Ramirez, Marco (Mildrea Hood) Ramirez, and Rachel Ramirez; grandchildren- Danny Aguilar, Brian Velazquez, Juliet Velazquez, Nathaniel Schleuter, Hailey Schleuter, Nicholas Schleuter, Summer Schleuter, Amerie Schleuter, Gabriel Schleuter, Holden Schleuter, Miles Schleuter, Samantha Morris, Mateo Hood-Ramirez, Markis Hood-Ramirez, Caden Richardson, and Caleb Richardson; several great grandchildren; several siblings; and his significant other- Toni Elizarraraz.

He is preceded in death by his parents, grandchild- Victor Velazquez, and several siblings.

Celebration of life services will be held at a later date. Service arrangements will be announced here as details become available.

For those who prefer, memorial donations may be made to Francisco's funeral care fund at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home to help the family with Francisco's final expenses. To make an online donation, click the donation tab on Francisco's obituary page. All payments will go directly to the funeral home to help the family in their time of such loss. Donations may also be mailed to Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home; 134 S. Elm Street; Centralia, IL 62801.

Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home in Centralia is honored to have been called to serve the family. To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.maxtonrosado.com or call 618-532-7321 for more information.
 

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