The Corpus Christi community is coming together to honor the life of Ramiro "Ram" Chavez, a veteran who passed away on Aug. 3, 2026. His family has announced a series of memorial services to be held Aug. 10–11 at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church and Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery. Visitation and Rosary — Monday, Aug. 10Visitation will be held from 5–9 p.m. at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, 3502 Saratoga Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78415. Mass and Interment — Tuesday, Aug. 11A funeral mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 11 a.m. at Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery, 9974 Interstate 37, Corpus Christi, TX 78410, reflecting Chavez's military service and the respect he earned throughout his life.