Mario Rene Ramirez, Sr., 56, was called to be with the Lord on Friday, February 15, 2013, after losing a long battle with cancer. Mario was a kind and loving father who was always willing to extend a helping hand to anyone who was in need. He is preceded in death by parents: Manuel (Eva) Ramirez Sr., daughter: Jessica Lee Ramirez, brothers and sisters: Manuel Ramirez, Jr., Reynaldo Ramirez, Evangelina Villarreal and Ernie Salinas. Mario is survived by his children: Mario Rene Ramirez, Jr., Gisel Gabrielle Ramirez and Alyssa Ramirez, 2 grandchildren, siblings: Ricardo (Irma) Ramirez, Jose (Josie) Ramirez, Vilma (Arturo) Davila and Ana Maria Ramirez.A memorial service for Mr. Ramirez, Sr. will be held on Monday, February 25, 2013 at Fred Dickey Funeral and Cremation Services. Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 9:00pm with a rosary recited at 7:00pm.Funeral service arrangements are under the care of Fred Dickey Funeral and Cremation Services, 4502 Thomas Ave., Laredo, TX 78041. For more information please call (956) 723-3611.Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.freddickey.com.