Ramon Antonio

Mercado Cruz

Ramon passed away unexpectedly in his Chelsea home on Friday July 2nd. He was 44 years of age. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico he was a beloved son of Ana D. Cruz-Ortiz and the late Jose Antonio Mercado-Monte. Ramon grew up in Chelsea.  He attended local schools and was a lifelong resident of Chelsea.  As a youth he worked for a local tow truck company. A serious motorcycle left him permanently disabled at an early age. In his lifetime he was an enthusiastic fan of the New England Patriots and loved all things related to the team. He also enjoyed accessorizing cars. He is survived by his mother Ana D. Cruz-Ortiz of Tia Baja, Puerto Rico He is also survived by his brother, two sisters, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins and extended family members and friends.

Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend his visiting hours at the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea on Thursday July 8th from 4 - 8 P.M.