Ramona S. Roa

Ramona Roa, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on June 30th, 2025, at the age of 80. Her life was a beautiful example of love, strength, and faith. 

Born on December 29th, 1944, in Osceola, Arkansas, to Antonio and Refugia Sanchez. Ramona was raised in Levelland, Texas, before moving to Wapato, Washington, in 1962. In 1964, she married her husband, Daniel Roa Sr., and together they had three children. 

Ramona enjoyed spending her time with her family, attending church, collecting her family photos, watching classic TV, coloring, and listening to music by Elvis, Ramon Ayala, and Daniel Flowers. 

Ramona lived a life centered on family and faithful service to God. She was the foundation of our family—always there with a comforting word and open arms. Her wisdom, deep compassion, and unshakable faith were a guiding light to all who knew her. 

She is survived by her two sons, James Roa and wife Linda Roa, Daniel Roa Jr. and wife Crystal Roa, two brothers, Antonio Sanchez, Erminio Sanchez, nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews who will forever carry her memory in their hearts. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Antonio and Refugia Sanchez, husband Daniel Roa Sr., son Refugio Roa, and siblings Elias Sanchez and Felecita Ochoa. 

The Roa family would like to thank her caregiver, Laura, for many years of compassionate care. We deeply appreciate you. We would also like to thank the staff at Good Samaritan for their care and support during her time with them. 

A viewing will be held at Life Church Yakima on July 10th from 6 PM to 8 PM. A Celebration of Life will be held on July 11th at 10 AM, also at Life Church Yakima, with burial to follow at Reservation Community Memorial Park in Wapato. All who knew and loved her are welcome to attend.