On behalf of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, I am writing to extend condolences to the family, friendsand colleagues of Judge Ramón Alvarado on his recent, untimely passing. Ramón was a GACDL member from 2006 until he was appointed to the bench in 2019. We will miss him more than words can say; not only was Ramón a fierce and passionate advocate for his clients, but he was always ready to listen to others and give thoughtful advice. Generous, kind, friendly, eminently capable, passionate, honest, respectful, giving, compassionate; these are just some of the words that describe him. To many he was a friend, a teacher, and a mentor. Those who knew him were better for it.