Daniel Ochoa

Ramirez Sr.

Daniel Ochoa Ramirez Sr. of Portland, Texas passed away on November 4, 2026.

Daniel Ramirez Sr. was born on July 21, 1951, in Portland, Texas, to parents Felipe and Esther Ramirez. He was a proud veteran serving in the U.S. Army. He dedicated 34 years of hard work and service to Sherwin Alumina as a lab analyst before retiring.

Daniel found happiness in the simple things in life. He loved hunting, watching the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Astros, and most importantly, spending time with his family. The moments he shared with the people he loved were what mattered most. His family was his heart, and the love he had for them will live on forever.

Daniel is preceded in death by his mother Esther Ochoa Ramirez, his father Felipe Ramirez Sr. as well as brothers Gilberto Ramirez, Ruben Ramirez, Felipe Ramirez Jr. and sister Maria Cortez.

Daniel is survived by his loving and devout wife of 47 years, Teena Ramirez, his daughter Crystal Ramirez (Ignacio Munguia Jr.), his son Daniel Ramirez Jr., and his two cherished grandchildren Christian Garcia and Claire Garica, who brought him great joy and happiness. He also had a bonus daughter and granddaughter Olesya Fantin and Jillian Davidson.

He is also survived by his sister Odilia Solis of Portland, TX and brothers Juan (Raquel) Ramirez of Portland, TX; Steven (Ruth) Ramirez of Gonzalez, TX; sister-in-law Mary Ramirez of Portland, TX and sister and brother-in-law Ken (Leticia) Burton of Portland, TX.

Daniel was a devoted husband, loving father, son, brother, and friend. Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing that he fought with everything he had until the very end. He will always be remembered for his quick wit and affectionately giving nicknames to family members.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Jennifer Jimenez, his caregiver who was with him till the end.

Visitation will be held on November 18, 2026 at 5 PM at Winsteads' Funeral Home (500 Wildcat Dr, Portland, Tx 78374). Mass will be held on November 19, 2026 at 11 AM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel (1008 Austin St, Portland, TX 78374) with burial to follow at Coastal Bend State Veteran's Cemetery (9974 I-37, Corpus Christi, TX 78410).