Madeline Ramos, 70, of Hyde Park, died peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie.

Born on October 9, 1955, in Manhattan, she was the daughter of Primitivo and Victoria Martinez Ramos. Her father predeceased her, and her mother survives in New York City.

Madeline attended Hostos Community College in the Bronx and graduated from LaGuardia Community College in Queens. She went on to build a long and dedicated career as an administrative assistant with the FDNY, where she worked faithfully for 30 years until her retirement in 2019.

A woman of many gifts, Madeline enjoyed gardening, making jewelry, and expressing her creativity through art, especially drawing. A deeply spiritual person, she was a Certified Reiki Healer who found joy in helping others. She loved to dance and sing, travel, and spend time with her children and grandchildren. A theater enthusiast and movie buff, she always enjoyed the experience of a good show and the memories made around it.

On October 9, 1998, in Queens, she married Freddy Cuevas. Her husband survives at home.

In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by her son, Samuel Hernandez of New York City; daughter, Lisa Marie Hernandez–Garib, and husband, Steven, of Hicksville, Long Island; son, Michael Gabriel Estela, and wife, Carolina, of Hopewell Junction; step-son, Freddy Cuevas Jr. of Ronkonkoma, Long Island; step-daughter, Katie R. Cuevas of the Bronx; and step-daughter, Ramona L. Cuevas of Queens.

Her beloved grandchildren include Khalil, Kale Von, Carter, Eve, Daniel, and Ellie Lola.

She also leaves behind her brother, Angel Ramos; sister, Ileana Garcia; brother, Joey Ramos; sister, Mersedes Ortiz; sister, Vicky Sepulveda; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins, especially her cousin, Elba Soto. And of course, last but not least, her cherished grand dog, Max, a blue nose American Pit Bull, who predeceased her.

A period of visitation will be held from 10 to 11 AM on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Sweet's Funeral Home, Route 9, Hyde Park. A family celebration of Madeline's life will take place at 11 AM at the funeral home.

Burial will follow in the Natural Burial Ground at the Town of Rhinebeck Cemetery.

To leave an online condolence or for directions, please visit Madeline's obituary page at www.sweetsfneralhome.com.