In Loving Memory of Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango

In Loving Memory of Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango

With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we remember the life of Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango, 62, of Central Point, Oregon, whose life was tragically cut short on July 15, 2026. His passing has left an immeasurable void in the hearts of his family, friends, neighbors, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of gunshots in the 6000 block of Kershaw Road in rural Central Point during the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 15. Upon arriving at the residence, they discovered Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango deceased from an apparent gunshot wound inside the home. Authorities later confirmed his identity after notifying his next of kin.

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office expressed its deepest sympathies to the Ramirez-Arango family and all those impacted by this heartbreaking tragedy. While investigators continue their work to determine every detail surrounding the incident, the focus for many remains on remembering the man whose life ended far too soon.

As the investigation progressed, detectives gathered evidence that led to the arrest of 67-year-old Pamela Sue Maya of Central Point, who was reportedly in a relationship with Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango. She has been charged with second-degree murder and remains in custody at the Jackson County Jail as the legal process moves forward. Authorities have emphasized that the investigation remains active, and additional information has not yet been released.

The response to this case involved multiple agencies, including the Ashland Police Department, the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office, and the Oregon State Police Forensics Laboratory, whose assistance has been instrumental in processing the scene and supporting the investigation.

While the circumstances surrounding Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango’s passing are deeply painful, those who knew him will choose to remember far more than the tragedy. They will remember the person he was, the relationships he built, the kindness he shared, and the memories he created throughout his 62 years of life. Every life leaves an imprint on the people it touches, and Juan’s legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

The loss of a loved one is never easy, especially when it comes so unexpectedly. Family members now face the difficult journey of grieving while seeking comfort in cherished memories and the support of those around them. Friends, neighbors, and the wider Central Point community join them in mourning a life that deserved many more years.

During this time of sorrow, may those who knew Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango find strength in one another, peace in the memories they shared, and hope in the love that continues to surround his family. Though words cannot erase the pain of such a loss, they serve as a reminder that his life mattered and that he will not be forgotten.

Please keep the Ramirez-Arango family and everyone affected by this tragedy in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate the days ahead. May Juan Carlos Ramirez-Arango rest in eternal peace, and may his memory forever be a blessing to all who knew and loved him.