Aristeo Anthony Ramirez, aged 75, passed away on September 9, 2024, in Lawrence, Kansas. Born on July 22, 1949, in Horton, Kansas, to Aristeo R. Ramirez and Augustina Ramirez. Artie graduated from Horton High School, the class of 1967, serving as senior class president. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from July 1967 to July 1971, dedicating four years of his life to serving his country during a pivotal time. He served with the 3rd Marines in Vietnam in 1968. He was a lifetime member of The Veteran’s of Foreign Wars. He married Sharon Caplinger in Topeka, Kansas, together they had two children, and later divorced. Artie retired as a member of Bricklayers Local Union 15.
Artie will always be remembered for his kind heart. He had a soft spot for his cats that loved him dearly. He was always there to help family, friends, or anyone that needed uplifting and words of wisdom. He had a great smile and infectious laugh.
Artie was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his children, Jennifer and Gabriel. Brothers and sister, Marcus (Monica) Ramirez, Val Howland, George (Rogena) Ramirez, Rosalind (Joe) Jennings, Emil (Billie) Ramirez, Ronnie (Teresa) Ramirez, Anna (Rick) Schroeder, and Paul (Marie) Ramirez. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place • Memphis, TN 38105.
Artie, you have been my closest friend, and always will be. Never have you let me down. Always blessing me when we parted ways. May you rest in peace with Jesus, and give your mom a hug from me. To the Ramirez family who are like family to me, my condolences.
So long Artie until we meet again!
after Horton everyone goes off to start and leave their life footprints. we separate then God reunites us, and it will be just as good as back in our truly golden years of growing up in small town America. thanks, Artie, for your friendship. to your family and friends’ condolence goes out. we will miss Artie
To the Family
I am sorry to hear about Arties passing. He was a very nice and caring person and always a smile on his face. My mother, Martha Mendoza Cawthon, spoke highly of Artie and Razz, her long time friend. May you feel God’s peace and comfort in the days ahead. Anna and Paul, my thoughts are with you. May he RIP. ❤
My condolences to the Ramirez family at the heartbreaking news of Artie’s passing. You all have been part of my life since our childhood friendships that endure through the present. I’m not sure I ever saw Artie that he wasn’t smiling. What a giant void he left behind. RIP, Artie. May God sustain each of you with His love and comfort as you cope.
Rest in Peace and SMILE on brother!
Knew Artie well before 1st day of grade-school, and all thruout H.S. Always remember the good times on 4th St.
My dear Raz, Val, Anna, Marcus, George, Emil, Ronnie, Paul, and the entire Ramirez family. I don’t think I ever saw your dear brother Artie without a smile on his face from ear to ear and always a kind greeting to everyone he met. I know he will be dearly missed by everyone that knew him and mostly by the family that loved him so much.
May all of the special family memories you shared help you through this difficult time. May your hearts find peace knowing that he is now with his heavenly family.
Keeping each of you in our thoughts & prayers.
Much Love,
Pam & Jerry Solis
LeAna and I were saddened to hear of Artie’s passing. Sadly all of our memories are from our school years. He was always well liked and fun to be around. Looking back we couldn’t think of anyone who didn’t like Artie. Our prayers are with his family.
Words fail me at this news, so many, many memories and smiles of Art as a part of my youth from 1st grade at St. Leo’s, through Horton Hornets and then Chargers. The happy thoughts of altar boy experiences, dreaded football practices for 3 years that blossomed our senior year. And who could forget all those pickup baseball games that sometimes ended up as Horton Kids vs. The Ramirez family. Through it all, Art was so giving and cheerful. I honestly and thankfully have no memory of him ever being truly angry. Thank you Art for all those memories and sharing some after my mother’s funeral… I am sorry I will miss yours. I know your journey to Jesus was short because they couldn’t wait to see your smiling face. God Bless you and all your family for the precious life you led that touched all.
Thank you Artie….For your smiles, your humor, your sincerity, your service, and all that you shared with us!
Memories of and with you are jewels.
Blessings on the Ramirez family! You are the “salt”!
May you rest in assurance that Artie is with our Lord, Jesus!
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Artie’s family. Artie’s smile lit up the rooms he enter & touched many hearts. An Angel now watching over you all. May he rest and peace.
Artie’s family has a lifetime of memories, thank you for including me in some of those!
May those memories carry you in this difficult time.🙏
The Ramirez family have always been a part of my life!R.I.P. Artie and maybe we can all play ball together in the afterlife. My condolences to all of the Ramirez family!
Sorry to hear about Artie. He was always friendly with a smile . Deryl and I send our condolences to you and your family.
So sorry to hear this. Your family was always a part of ours. May he rest in peace.
To the Ramirez family: We spent many happy times with Artie and his siblings, and shared some sad times, too. Artie was such a charismatic guy, with that great smile and infectious laugh. He was so smart and such a good man. His flame burned brightly, but for far too short a time. Our sincere condolences to all. Susan and Marvin were
Our sympathies to all of Artie’s Family. Rest in peace Artie, as also known as Super Fly. From Eddie and Laura Arredondo, Lucy Gomez, Rhonda Gomez, and Girard Gomez.
Know the family will miss Artie. RIP
God Bless everyone and may Artie RIP
God Bless all of Artie’s family. The memories will live forever. You are all in our prayers. RIP Artie
I will always miss you Artie but I would never forget you. You are one heck of a good cousin and we had some really good times.
Rest brother, my heart is heavy but I will see you again.Miss and love you always.Sis Anna
Rest brother, my heart is heavy but I will see you again.Miss and love you always.Sis Anna
Vaya Con Dios Uncle Artie. I love you so much. Rest in Peace
Our sincerest condolences to all of you. We have fond memories of him. I especially remember our times at St.Leo’s. Greg and Ann(Radford) Painter