It is with profound sadness that the Paredes family and the community of Garner, North Carolina, mourn the tragic loss of two beloved brothers, Ramon and Javier Paredes, who passed away on June 1, 2025, following a devastating accident while returning home to North Carolina.
Both Ramon and Javier were proud and honorable Army combat veterans who had dedicated their lives to serving their country. Ramon served with distinction in the elite 75th Ranger Regiment, one of the U.S. Army’s most respected special operations forces.
Known for his unwavering discipline, courage, and commitment to his team, Ramon earned the respect of everyone who served alongside him. Javier served with the 346th Engineer Company based in Knightdale, NC, where he contributed to critical missions and demonstrated the same values of integrity, loyalty, and service that defined both brothers’ military careers.
Their passing is a heartbreaking loss not only to their loved ones but to the military community and the countless individuals whose lives they touched through their service and friendship. Ramon and Javier embodied the values of brotherhood, patriotism, and sacrifice — both on the battlefield and in everyday life. Their strong bond as brothers and veterans was evident to all who knew them.
The accident occurred as they were traveling home, a journey meant to bring them back to the people and place they cherished most. Instead, it ended in unimaginable tragedy, leaving the Paredes family and friends in shock and mourning. The news has sent ripples of grief through the local community, where both men were known for their strength, humility, and devotion to family.
The family has made arrangements for Ramon and Javier to be laid to rest in Garner, NC — the hometown that shaped their values and to which they returned after serving their country with honor. The funeral services will be a time to reflect on their extraordinary lives, pay tribute to their service, and find comfort in shared memories.
As the Paredes family endures this period of overwhelming sorrow, they are asking for prayers and support from the community. Whether through a kind word, a heartfelt message, or a small act of generosity, anything will help ease the burden of this unimaginable loss. A memorial fund or fundraiser may be organized in the coming days to assist the family with burial costs and to honor the legacy of these two brave men.
Ramon and Javier Paredes will be remembered not only for their military achievements but also for their love of family, their deep bond as brothers, and the values they lived by every day. Their loss is a profound reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring strength of those who serve.
Please keep the Paredes family in your thoughts and prayers during this time of mourning. Their service, sacrifice, and memory will never be forgotten.
