Julia Ruth Ramos

Julia Ruth Ramos, daughter of Joe and Lizzie Lee Harris, was born January 5, 1923, in Gates, NC. She departed this life at her home on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Julia was raised in Philadelphia and later moved to New York City where she graduated from Straubenmuller Textile High School in 1944. After completing high school, Julia later married Charles Ramos. From this brief union, Anthony and Carlos were born. Later, Julia met the love of her life, Robert Collins, and from this love, Dennis was born. Julia became a member of Broadway United Church of Christ in New York where she served faithfully until relocating to Georgia. After moving to Georgia, she joined Holy Trinity Christian Church and was appointed as a Mother of the church. Julia enjoyed traveling, especially with Laura and Rosalie, she also enjoyed music. However, her true love was dancing. In her younger days, she would frequent places like the “Cotton Club” and the “Savoy.” One of her favorite dances was the Lindy Hop. On her 93rd birthday, Julia celebrated by sharing her moves and provided step-by-step instructions to her guests. Julia retired from CitiBank in 1985. We often joked of her rare achievement to collect pension longer than her actual years of service. Her response would always be, “God gave me everything in my life that I asked for.” Julia was clear about the Lord’s blessings upon her. When asked the secret to living a long life, she replied to family, “You’ve got to laugh,” “Don’t worry about things because everything will be alright,” “Be yourself,” and “Give plenty of hugs.” However, to anyone outside of family or close friends, she said, “You’ll have to buy my memoir.” Julia was blessed to celebrate 100 years of life with family and friends earlier this year. She was featured on 11Alive local news in Georgia and represented the family as its first Centenarian. Julia had a sweet spirit and smile that made everyone feel welcomed and loved. In retirement, she traveled the world, volunteered and donated to charities, and spent a great deal of time with her grandchildren, great-grand children, family, and friends. Julia leaves to mourn her precious memories: her son, Dennis Ramos (Cynthia) of Suwanee GA; three grandchildren, Justin Ramos, Candis Gilchrist (David), and Carlos Ramos; three greatgrandchildren, Cayla Ramos, Avah Gilchrist, and David Gilchrist II; many nephews and nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Julia Ruth Ramos

January 5, 1923 - August 29, 2023