Joel Ramirez was a good father and step-father. He is survived by his 3 biological children who reside in Mexico, his wife, Maria J. Sanchez, his step-daughter, Adriana Pineira and the Morales family who have always remained a support system for Mr. Ramirez. He was a professor with a passion for math and physics. Mr. Ramirez had the ability to appreciate and interact with everyone he encountered with openness.