Ralph Barragan

On Thursday morning, December 1, we got up, we came to work at Mt. SAC and our lives were permanently changed. None of us were prepared for what we faced. We are all full of so many emotions. Ralph was our friend, our buddy, our ray of sunshine. He came to work with a smile on his face every day – bringing joy and positivity to everyone with whom he interacted. Ralph did so much more than transport ACCESS students – he was their friend, their mentor, their encourager. To colleagues, he was always around to be supportive, to smile, to wave, to stop to show you pictures of his family, to remember something about you, to take an interest in you and your life.

Beginning Monday, December 5 we will have a memorial set up at the west end of the Student Services Center (9B). This is the area of the campus where Ralph would park and board his passengers on the tram. You can write a note or just come by to remember Ralph.

On Friday afternoon, December 9, at 3:00 p.m. in Student Services Center (9B) first floor, we will come together as a campus community to honor Ralph’s legacy.

Additionally, the Mt. SAC community would like to contribute to the Barragan family in his honor. Please consider offering a small donation to assist the family during this difficult time. If every Mt. SAC employee donates $5, we will surpass our goal.

Thank you for your outpouring of concern and support.