Alberto Ramirez, 20, passed away May 9, 2009.   Alberto was born on February 16, 1989 to Elvira and Antonio Ramirez.  He was raised in Wapato, Washington.  Alberto graduated from Wapato High School in 2007 and was in his second year at the University of Washington.
Alberto is survived by his parents, four older brothers, Aldo, Angel, Marco and Moises, and his younger sister, Ruby.  He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Mass was held Friday, May 15 at St. Peter Claver Church in Wapato followed by burial at Reservation Community Memorial Park.
Merritt Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.