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Tommy Ramey Obituary
Ramey
Universal City
Tommy Wendall Ramey born 12/15/1945 went home to his Lord and Savior, Tuesday 12/7/2010. He is survived by his wife Amy Lee Redus Ramey, sons Kevin and Brant, his wife Kris, granddaughters Jordan and Koriann, grandson Matthew, his mother Dorothy Ramey, sister Judy Savage, brother Gerald Ramey and wife Marsha, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service to be held 12/10/2010 at First Baptist Universal City, at 11:00 am, with viewing at Colonial Funeral Home 12/9/2010 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Burial to be held 12/15/2010 at 11:30 am at Ft Sam Houston cemetery.
Tommy was a loving husband for 43 yrs, father and grandfather, known as Papaw. Honored to have served his country in the U.S. Army (and Marine Corps) for 21 years. A proud Vietnam vet with numerous service medals and awards during his military service. He served his church by teaching and helping people find their Spiritual Gift.
He served his community through his involvement in Special Olympics competitions and committees at both the local and state level.
His grandchildren were the joy of his life and loved sleepovers-games-and bike rides. He looked forward to supporting their activities in choir and truly enjoyed those long choir trips.
In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated, Texas Children's Choir 2530 Harry Wurzbach, Ste 2606 San Antonio TX 78209.
Arrangements under the direction of colonial funeral home (use cut sig)
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Memories and Condolences
for Tommy Ramey
Brenda Britt
December 13, 2010
Amy, I am extremely sadden to hear about your loss. I know Tom will truly be missed by all, and especially with Special Olympics. He was a wonderful and giving person and did so much. Many blessings to you and your family.
Charles Stubblefield
December 12, 2010
We are saddend to hear of your loss and our prayers are with you and your family. We pray for the peace that passeth all underststanding.
In His Love,
Charles and Cissy Stubblefield
Linda & Robert Terry
December 9, 2010
Amy and family you are in our prayer. It's been a long time. Tommy was involved in many wonderful organizations. He will be missed by many. May God bless and strengthen you a your family at this time of sorrow. Friends in Christ,
Julia Scott
December 9, 2010
Amy, my heart is aching for you. We will all miss Tommy. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God's love keep you strong. Love
Eveline Hernandez
December 9, 2010
Ramey Family-Kevin
Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time. Your family is in our prayers. May God bless you at this time of sorrow. Eveline Hernandez and Family
Cynthia Prichard
December 9, 2010
Dear Amy, Kevin, and Brant,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Tommy's death. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that I am thinking of each one of you. How I wish I could be there with you all. May God's blessing of Peace be with you at this sad time.
Your cousin,
Cynthia
Mary Martinez
December 9, 2010
Dearest Amy, my prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time. Tommy was such a joy to be around during Special Olympics events. You could always count on him for a joke. May the Lord give you & the family strength to accept that the Lord needed him up in heaven with him. Love you dearly. Mary Martinez, Special Olympics Area 20 Games Committee Member
Melvin Sims
December 9, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Tom from his time at Palm Harbor Homes, My deepest sympathy to the family.
Teresa Garza
December 9, 2010
Amy,
You and all of your family are in my prayers. Tommy will be missed by many people especially those in his Special Olympics family. I was so saddened to hear about this. Please know that I will be thinking of y'all.
Sincerely,
Teresa Garza
December 9, 2010
Dearest Amy,Brant and Kevin, you are in our hearts and prayers. May God bless you at this time of sorrow. Let the love of your family and friends carry you through your grief. We pray that your hearts will soon be filled with wonderful memories of Tommy.
How we wish we could be with you.
In Christ's blessings,
Your auntie and uncle,
Wayne and La Vena
Melissa Gloria
December 9, 2010
Kevin, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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