Maria Cecilia Ramirez

Maria Cecilia Ramirez was born on February 8, 1954, in Celaya Guanajuato, Mexico to Benito Zarate Tovar and Maria Sierra Garcia. She married Luis Ramirez in 1978 and moved to Katy, Tx. where they lived for the past 35 years.

Maria was locally and lovingly known as Doña Ceci by all her neighbors, family, and friends. She was a devoted mother who loved to help and volunteer at her children's schools and church events. She was a devout catholic who attended St. Bartholomew catholic church, where she was a member for the past 35 years.

She loved to visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science, with her children and grandchildren of which she was also a member. She enjoyed taking day trips to explore new places and spending time in her garden. Maria loved watching novellas, movies, and reality tv shows. Her delicious home cooked meals will be missed by many.

She cherished her friendships and made sure to keep in touch with those she loved. She was a talented seamstress and enjoyed making clothes. She was a cherished wife, devoted mother, grandmother, and a dear friend to many.

We are grateful for the time we had together, filled with laughter and joy. Her great sense of humor, and warm smile will forever be cherished. Her loss leaves a void that can never be filled.

Maria Cecilia Ramirez passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Katy, at the age of 70. She is survived by her children, Ivan Ramirez and his wife Annel Ramirez of Katy, TX; Luis C. Ramirez Zarate and his wife Samantha Ramirez of Sarasota, FL, Erika Ramirez and her husband Jacob Prukop of Katy, Hugo Z. Ramirez and his partner Erin Romano of Mission Bend, TX; sister, Maria Del Carmen Ibarra of Mexico; brothers, Benito Zarate of Mexico, and Jose Zarate of Mexico; three grandchildren, Peyton W. Ramirez, Dominick D. Ramirez, and Antonella Ramirez; her grand-dog Muchi; as well as numerous relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luis Ramirez in 2020; her parents; and brothers, Felipe, and Mario.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, 2024, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Grand Parkway Chapel in Katy, where a rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. with Deacon Rey Croson reciting. Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 24, 2024, at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church with Rev. Miguel Solorzano, Celebrant.
Funeral services held under the direction of
Schmidt Funeral Home
1344 W. Grand Parkway South ~ Katy, Texas 77494 ~ (281) 391-2424