Mary S Ramsey

1928 - 2017

Mary S Ramsey obituary, 1928-2017, Bryant, AR

BORN

1928

DIED

2017

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Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home

5800 W 12TH ST

Little Rock, Arkansas

Mary Ramsey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 20, 2017.

Mary Sue Godfrey Ramsey, age 88, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on Friday May 19, 2017. She was born on August 24, 1928 to the late Winnie Elvira Davis Godfrey of Little Rock, Arkansas and Frank Corbett Godfrey, of Dublin, Texas.



Mary Sue married Dr. Raymond Gilbert Ramsey Jr., in Little Rock, Arkansas, on August 21, 1953. They had 2 children, Melinda Kaye and Ramona Suzanne. Mary Sue worked, prior to marrying Raymond, as an Administrative Assistant for 1st United Methodist Church in downtown Little Rock. After both her children grew older and until her retirement, she worked as a library assistant at Joseph T. Robinson Elementary School. She enjoyed reading stories to and working with the school children. Mary Sue was a longtime member of First Baptist Little Rock, and served in many capacities over the years. She loved her family and her daughters, enjoyed reading books, sewing, shopping, dinner parties, social events with church friends, and traveling with her husband of 61 years prior to his passing in January 2014.



Mary Sue will be remembered by her loving children: Dr. Melinda Kaye Ramsey of Central Arkansas, Ramona Suzanne Griffith and husband John B. Griffith III of Little Rock, Arkansas.



She is survived by a sister Amy McInturff of Pea Ridge, and niece, Dr. Rachel Marian McInturff of Austin Texas, nephew, Charles Anthony McInturff of Kansas City, niece, Carol Ann Riegler, along with many other extended family members.



Memorials can be made in her name to the following: Alzheimer’s Association, Susan G. Komen Foundation, and/or First Baptist Little Rock.

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June 22, 2017

Carla

Please accept my condolences on the loss of Mary. May your memory of her comfort your heart and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

May 24, 2017

Don and Nita Moore

Dear Friends:

I am sorry that you have suffered yet another loss of a precious and treasured loved one. Sue and Raymond were wonderful encouragers and supporters during the time I served as Interim Pastor at First Baptist. Our prayers are with you. Their legacy will bless you for the rest of your lives.
Don and Nita Moore

May 22, 2017

Glynn Braswell, Jr.

Ramona and Kae, I feel like I've lost a second mom in just a couple of months. We've journeyed far down this road since we started, with some treasured memories along the way, and she will be missed. Just like your parents, you will always be family to me. With love and sympathy,

May 22, 2017

Darlene Giffin

My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother Kaye and Ramona. God bless the two of you and your families.

May 22, 2017

Dorothy Kennemur-Kantak

Kaye and Ramona, My condolences to you at this time. I am sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She and your Dad were wonderful friends to me and my family. I will always remember them. With love,

May 22, 2017

Joe Magness

Our heartfelt condolences to the family. We knew them at LRFBC during the 1960's.

Joe and Bonnie Magness

May 21, 2017

Family

Jim and Sam Hicks

Our condolences to Ramona and the family. While we never met her, we know her through her daughter Ramona. May she rest In peace and no pain.

May 21, 2017

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Carol Hill

You and John have taken good care of your mom. We will be praying for you as you go through this difficult time.

May 21, 2017

Carla Suitor

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Much love. Carla Suitor and Sharron Ladd.

May 20, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

May 20, 2017

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