Juan Ramirez Reyes

Juan Ramírez Reyes, born on March 11, 1943, in Rancho El Desagüe, León, Guanajuato, Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025, at the age of 82. He was the beloved son of Dolores Reyes de Ramírez and Eulalio Ramírez Saavedra. Juan immigrated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1978, where he began a new chapter in his life and became a U.S. citizen through the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986. He dedicated much of his working life to a leather tannery, where he built lifelong friendships and was known for his strong work ethic. A devoted family man, Juan was the proud father of Javier, Maricela, Enrique, Marcos, Lolis, Vero, Gerardo, Araceli, and Mario, and husband of Sandalia Fuentes De Ramírez. He was a loving and dedicated grandfather to 19 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, and his legacy will live on through their lives. Juan had a deep passion for sports, particularly soccer, baseball, and football. He was well-known in Milwaukee, especially by members of La Liga Latina, where his love for the game and his community spirit touched many people. In addition to his love for sports, Juan had a passion for vegetable gardening. He took great pride in growing his own vegetables and loved visiting local vegetable farms to hand-pick fresh produce. His famous homemade salsas, made from these homegrown ingredients, were a treasured part of family gatherings and will always be remembered as a symbol of his love for his family and his roots. He was also a man of strong faith and an active member of St. Hyacinth Catholic Church. Juan was deeply involved in church life, volunteering in various retreats and overseeing the corn stand at the annual church festival for many years. Beyond his family and faith, Juan was a dedicated advocate for those living with diabetes. As a long-time patient at the Sixteenth Street Community Health Center, he became an integral part of their diabetes group. He served as a mentor, organizing events and activities to support and educate others in the community. Juan’s legacy is one of kindness, dedication, and unwavering faith. He leaves behind a lasting impact on all who knew him, and he will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the many people whose lives he touched. May he rest in peace. Visitation Friday, March 21 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at ROZGA FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES – ROZGA-WALLOCH CHAPEL. Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated, Saturday at 3:30 PM at ST. HYACINTH CHURCH (1414 W. Becher St., Milwaukee, WI 53215). Private Cremation to follow. Rozga Funeral & Cremation Services Rozga-Walloch Chapel 4309 South 20th Street Milwaukee, WI 53221