WA State Senator Bill Ramos dies suddenly at 69

Washington State Senator Bill Ramos has died unexpectedly at the age of 69, as confirmed by his wife, Councilmember Sarah Perry. His sudden passing occurred on April 19 while he was running near their home in Issaquah, a passion he cherished. Perry expressed her devastation, describing Ramos as her "dance partner in life and public service. " Tributes have flooded in from local leaders, with Governor Bob Ferguson calling the loss shocking and hard to process. Fellow representatives, including Senate Minority Leader Jamie Pederson, emphasized Ramos's commitment to public service, despite his relatively recent addition to their caucus.

Congresswoman Kim Schrier referred to him as a "true champion in Washington State," reinforcing the senator's positive impact. The King County Council also issued a heartfelt statement, mourning the loss of their friend and colleague. As the community grapples with this loss, details of a memorial service are expected to be announced soon.