It is with great sadness that we announce Raymond Martin Galvan, Sr. passed away at Stanford, on March 9th, 2021, at the age of 35.
Raymond was born on September 19, 1985 to Harvey Galvan and Anna Peraza in Gilroy, CA. He was raised in Hollister and attended Hollister SDA Christian School, San Benito High School and San Andreas.
He went on to work as a Union Carpenter for the last ten years and was a member of Drywall/Lathers Local 9144. Raymond was passionate about his career and loved what he did. He was a very hard worker and enjoyed learning new skills.
In 2003, he met Charlene Ramirez and they wed in 2013 and made Hollister their home, going on to have two children, Raymond Martin Jr and Emma Marie Galvan. Raymond was an amazing father, he enjoyed taking his kids to the beach and for walks to the park, drawing with them, and watching the Dallas Cowboys play. He was happiest when being able to help others, that brought him great joy.
He was survived by his siblings Elena and Harvey Galvan and Manuel Fuentes. His aunt Alice and uncle Moses Peraza. His beloved wife Charlene Galvan, his adoring children Raymond Martin Jr and Emma Marie Galvan. His parents in lawManuel and Maria Ramirez. His sisters in law, Delia Ramirez (David), Yesenia Ramirez-Garay, and brother in law, Manuel Ramirez, Jr (Lorena). As well as nieces Karisma Antopia, Hailey Garay, Raylene Galvan, Ysabella Galvan, Calista Ramirez and nephews Angel Valeriano, Jaime Lopez, Cristian Lopez, Jacob Antopia, and Nathan Ramirez. He is also survived by a large extended family and good friends.
The memorial service will be on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Black Cooper Sander Funeral Home.