Ramona Raya (Vialpando), 63, Alamosa, born in Cañones, N.M., on April 11, 1961. She passed away on July 24, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones.
She had a beautiful soul and spirit about her. Her smile brightened the entire world and left an impression on everyone’s heart she met. Ramona brought pure joy to many. She was a blessing, and you could feel her love.
Ramona was an avid Broncos fan. She enjoyed bingo, gambling, shopping, and being fashionable. She loved spoiling her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Jose Luis Raya; her children, Christina (Miguel) Guerrero, Luisa (Luis) Lemus, Adrian (Amy) Raya, Manuel (Desarae) Raya, and Denise (Cristian) Velarde; 16 grandchildren-Mirella, Miguel, Yadira, Jonathan, Yalih, Adrian, Mica, Emily, Nevaeh, Adelia, Anastacia, Audysse, Miranda, Josue, Yareli and Jaziel, three great-grandchildren-Camila, Mayeli, and Yulianna; four siblings-Lori, Becky, Ricardo, and Lonicio; and numerous other close family members.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Vialpando and Viviana Jaramillo; her siblings, Virgina, Adela and Ramon.
The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at Cristo Salva, Alamosa, on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024. Viewing for the public from 5-6 p.m. and service at 6 p.m. On Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, Rosary, 9:30 a.m., Mass at 10 a.m., at Sacred Heart Church, Alamosa, and burial to proceed at Alamosa Cemetery.
To leave online condolences, please visit romerofuneralhomes.com. The care of arrangements has been entrusted to Romero Funeral Home of Alamosa.
