Gregory Ramirez's Obituary
Gregory A. Ramirez (Artty) of Tampa, Florida passed away on September 24, 2024 peacefully surrounded by his family.
Artty was born October 26, 1942 in Dominican Republic. His father and family migrated to Puerto Rico and then to New York, NY.
Artty is survived by his loving wife Carmen of sixty-one years, his two children: Cindy Cruz (son-in-law Chet Cruz) and Gregory Deveraux, four grandchildren: Jeremy Cruz, Jared Cruz, Magnus Deveraux and Jade Deveraux. He is also survived by his sister Marina Diaz-Ceron and his brother-in-law Max Aldahondo. He is also survived by his nephews: Ignacio Garcia Jr., John Henry Roman, Hector Jeffrey Ramirez, Anthony Garcia, Alan Aldahondo and Frankie Sosa.
Artty was a retired New York City Transit Bus Operator. He drove the streets of Manhattan for 25 years. He enjoyed telling stories about his adventures with the public.
In 2008 Artty and his wife moved to Tampa, Florida to enjoy their retirement and to be closer to their grandchildren.
He will be truly missed by his wife, children, grandchildren and friends.
Forever in our hearts.
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