Kathy Ramirez, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, at the age of 74. She was born on September 12, 1951, in Levelland, Texas, to Jessie and Susie Torres.

Kathy married the love of her life, Johnny Ramirez, Sr., on December 31, 1968, in Austin, Texas. Together, they built a loving family and shared many cherished years.

Kathy was a devoted mother to Deborah DeLeon and her husband, Tommy, of Santa Anna; Melissa Gomez and her husband, Chris, of Brownwood; Ashley Gonzales and her husband, Jeremy, of Brownwood; and Johnny Ramirez, Jr., of Brownwood.

She was a proud grandmother to Matthew Gomez, Kassandra DeLeon, Justin Gomez, Avery Gomez, and Kaylee DeLeon. She was also blessed with five great-grandchildren: Paul, John, Ezra, Isla, and Carter.

Kathy is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings Thomas Torres, wife Ada of Austin, Mary Tafoya of Bangs, Eulilia Velasquez of Pflugerville, and Fred Torres of Arlington, along with extended family and many friends who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Ramirez, Sr.; her parents, Jessie and Susie Torres; and her siblings Rachel Sandoval and Gilbert Torres.

Kathy retired after a career in home health care, where she dedicated her time to helping and caring for others. She was known for her outgoing personality. Kathy never met a stranger—she loved talking with people, making new friends, and bringing joy and laughter wherever she went. Above all, she cherished her family and took great pride in the generations she helped create.

Kathy's memory will forever live on in the hearts of her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be deeply missed, but her love, laughter, and legacy will continue through the generations she leaves behind.

Special Thanks

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Solaris Healthcare, Dr. Tamara Cox, Elizabeth Miller, FNP, and their entire office staff for their exceptional care, compassion, and support. Your kindness and dedication meant so much to Kathy and her family during this difficult time.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Blaylock Funeral Home Chapel in Brownwood, Texas.