Loretto Ramirez, 71, of Thornton, passed away Aug. 12, 2013, at his home. He was born Dec. 9, 1941, in Fort Lupton, to John and Carolina Ramirez. He graduated from Brighton High School in 1960 and married Elisa Gonzales on May 9, 1964, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Brighton.
He was a Coors construction specialist working as a roofer, welder and painter for Coors Brewing Co. for 32 years.
Loretto enjoyed wrestling, watching TV and doing yard work. He enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren. He loved being in the garage, listening to Mexican music and playing the guitar.
He is survived by his wife, Elisa Ramirez, of Thornton; children, Denise “Tina” Segura, John Ramirez and Isador “Paul” (Sherrie) Ramirez, all of Thornton; brother, Proxie (Eleanor) Ramirez, of Thornton; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Loretto was preceded in death by both of his parents.
A memorial service was held Aug. 16, 2013, at Tabor-Rice Funeral Home, 75 S. 13th Ave. in Brighton.
Tabor-Rice Funeral Home handled the arrangements.