Biography

Father Ramón Dubert was born on October 31, 1934, in Muros de San Pedro, La Coruña, Spain, the seventh of ten siblings.

He began his ecclesiastical formation in Cuba with the Jesuits and continued his studies in Spain, focusing on Classical Humanities, Sacred Oratory, and Theology. He arrived in the Dominican Republic in the 1960s, serving in several communities, including Dajabon and Loma de Cabrera, before settling in Santiago.

Pastoral and Social Work

• Parish priest of Corazón de Jesús in Los Jardines Metropolitanos, in Santiago, promoting human and spiritual formation among teachers, students, and families.
• Fostered the formation of lay ministers and service groups in the Archdiocese.
• Promoted social works: children’s dining halls, homes for low-income families, community pharmacies, medical dispensaries, technical-vocational schools, and environmental projects.

Notable Projects

• Happy Childhood Program “Father Ramón Dubert” (2000) – Addresses child malnutrition and vulnerability, including children’s dining halls, health services, academic support, emotional support, and values formation.
• Nuestra Señora de la Luz Technical-Vocational School – Provides technical and professional training for youth and adults with limited resources.

Death and Legacy

Father Dubert passed away on November 26, 2005, in Santiago. His mission continues through Caritas and the programs he initiated or strengthened, leaving a legacy of dedication, service, and commitment to the poor and integral formation of people.