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Mary Ramseur Obituary
Resident of Millbrae
Late of Millbrae and San Mateo County resident for 49 years. Entered into rest in Millbrae on August 10, 2016 surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Walter F. Ramseur for 25 years and the late Donald F. Griffin for 30 years. Loving mother of John Griffin of San Mateo, Mary Griffin Eid (Jeffrey) of Danville and Zachary Griffin (Peggy) of Oakland. Loving grandmother of Francis, Jo and Grant Griffin, Griffin Eid, Elizabeth Eid Owen (Rodney), Harrison Eid and Mercy Nakibuuka Eid. Loving stepmother of Gail Griffin Sredanovic of Menlo Park, Shari Ramseur and Steve Ramseur of Oregon.
A native of Yuba City, California. Age 84 years.
Kindergarten teacher at Frederick Burke School, SF and Skyline School, South SF. Served in elected public office 26 years, first on Millbrae City Council and then San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. Past President Association of Bay Area Governments, past Chair Metropolitan Transportation Commission, past member SF Airport Round Table, past President Nickerson Family Association, Chatam, MA. Founding Board Member, Hiller Aviation Museum, Board Member, SF Airport Museum. Member Millbrae Lions Club and Society of Mayflower Descendants.
Celebration of Life Saturday, August 20, 2016, at 10 am, First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame, 1500 Easton Drive, Burlingame. In lieu of flowers, donations welcomed to Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo, www.sanmateo4cs.org, or Hiller Aviation Museum, www.hiller.org.
Chapel of the Highlands, Millbrae
(650) 588-5116
www.chapelofthehighlands.com
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Paul Mansfield
January 30, 2021
Mary was a wonderful lady. Walt and
Mary were my landlords when I lived in San Mateo around 20 years ago or so. She was always extremely kind to us. I will always remember her for that. My love goes out to her family.
Debbie Morrissey - Mason
August 8, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I remember the Griffin family fondly and hope they are all well.
Debbie Morrissey Mason
June 29, 2018
Sorry to hear of Mary's passing - she was a friend to our family, neighbor and all around great person.
Robert Winter
August 22, 2016
So sorry to hear about Mary. My best to her family. We were on the board of directors at Hiller Aviation Musuem for many years together and always found her a delight and positive in all circumstances... I know she will be missed by many folks. RIP Mary....
Robert
Roxanne Brewer
August 22, 2016
Sending condolences to dear Walt and the Ramseur Family. Mary brought sunshine wherever she ventured, what a wonderful woman! Walt and Mary were two of the first community people I met when I moved to California from North Pole, Alaska. I will forever remember how she touched my life......
Many hugs and prayers!
Love, Roxanne
August 16, 2016
Dear walter, I, and many others, probably all of Millbrae knew and admired Mary.
I believe she 'spiced' up your life these past years ! So sorry for your loss.
June Armanino
Bob & Dee Norris
August 16, 2016
For some moments in life there are no words for one who made such a difference in her life. A loving and caring women, a great friend of the airport and dedicated public servant. Condolences to Captain Walt and family members.
Regards and Respect Bob & Dee Norris
Benjamin T. Nickerson
August 15, 2016
Mary was an amazing woman and I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to her family on this sad occasion.
Gina Di Ricco-Ohman
August 14, 2016
So sorry to hear of Ms. Griffin's passing. She was one of the many wonderful teachers I had at Skyline Elem. School. Her smile along with her kind and giving heart Will never be forgotten. Thank you Ms. Griffin for your many years of service. You will be fondly remembered. RIP..
Sally Kollerer
August 12, 2016
Phillippians 1:3. I thank my God everytime I remember you.
Thank You for the short time you have allowed me to care for you. It was a divine appointment.
You will be greatly missed but one day we will meet again.
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