Ramon "Ray" Gutierrez, Sr.

Ramon “Ray” Gutierrez, Sr. 64, of Youngstown, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born June 18, 1961, Ray was the beloved son of the late Juan and Orline (Martinez) Gutierrez.

Ray graduated from Wilson High School in 1979. After graduation, he began his career in the aluminum extrusion industry, later retiring from Easco Aluminum. After 15 years of dedicated service working for Dr. Chanin at The Blood and Cancer Center in Canfield, he retired in 2017.

Ray was an avid bocce and dart player. He was a proud member of the Arco Club, Pacentro Club, MVR, and St. Anthony’s Society, where he enjoyed playing bocce with his sons, Chooch and Ruben, and many close friends. Ray also loved singing karaoke and traveling with those he cared about most. He was a Little League baseball coach for the Uptown Kiwanas. 

He leaves to cherish his memory five children: Ramon Jr. “Chooch” (Taylor) Gutierrez, Ruben (Kelsey) Gutierrez, both of Struthers; Rosendo (Danielle) Gutierrez of Poland; Angela Wilk of Campbell; and Gabrielle Gutierrez of Austintown. He also leaves his great nephew, Eric Gutierrez of Struthers, whom he lovingly raised as a son.

Ray was the proud grandfather of eight grandchildren: Malik, Lorenzo, Eliana, Melina, Cecilia, Elijah, Nico, and Micah.

He is also survived by his siblings: Socorro (Gary) West, Shelly (Larry) Poracky, Eva (Joe) Hnat, Lupe (Alfredo) Crispin, Bonnie Zoldak, Suely (Luis) Garcia, Tony (Vickie) Gutierrez, Roy (Janet) Gutierrez, and Fidel (Sue) Gutierrez, as well as many cherished nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his brothers Alvino, Rosendo, Juan, and Leo Gutierrez, and by his brother-in-law Joseph Zoldak.

Ray will be remembered for his kindness, humor, and passion for bocce. His laughter and generous spirit touched everyone who knew him.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to all who have shared their thoughts, prayers, and fond memories of Ray-they are deeply appreciated.

Family and friends may call on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Kirila Funeral Home in Struthers.

To send condolences, please visit www.kirilafh.com.
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