Rosalinda V. Ramirez “Rosie” entered the arms of our Heavenly Father on June 27, 2023. Rosie was born on April 24, 1947, in San Diego, Texas to Juan and Elida Cantu Valerio in San Diego, Texas. She married Romeo “Neo” Ramirez on December 16, 1964. Neo and Rosie moved to Hobbs, New Mexico in 1967 and were long time residents until 2017. Rosie worked with Hobbs Municipal Schools for over 30 years. She then retired to her ranch home in La Rosita, Texas. Rosie was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and she deeply loved her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and bonus children, that all called her “Grandma Rosie.” She extended her love to all her nephews and nieces near and far. Everyone who knew her, knew she loved her “sweet tea” and her sweet treats. Before being diagnosed with Parkinson’s 17 years ago. Rosie was very active and competitive in; Softball, volleyball, bowling, video games and had a grand passion for La Loteria (Spanish bingo). Also trying her luck at any close by casino. She was a member of Vida Nueva Church in Hobbs for 20 years and served on the worship team and children’s church. Rosie is proceeded in death by her parents Juan and Elida Valerio of San Diego, Texas. She is survived by her husband Romeo (Neo) Ramirez of La Rosita, son Erasmo Ramirez (Naomi) of Phoenix, Arizona, daughters Bonnie Garner (Robert Jr.) of Hobbs, New Mexico, Monica Martinez (Juan) of Hobbs, New Mexico, Lisa Ramirez of Alice, Texas, brother Rodolfo Valerio (Jackie) of La Rosita, Texas, 16 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and numerous family members that were dear to her heart. A Memorial Service was held on 07/03/2023 in Hobbs, NM where she passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Burial of her ashes will take place Saturday, November 25, 2023 at San Diego Cemetary at 2 PM. Food Reception & Celebration of Life immediately following at La Rosita.
