Ramsey Ameen

Wanaque - Ramsey Ameen of Wanaque, New Jersey passed away on July 23, 2019, at age 73. Ramsey was born on August 24, 1945, to Edna (Kass) Ameen and Hussein Mohammed Ameen. He grew up in the Bronx, where he attended the Bronx High School of Science and made his home in New York, Massachusetts and Hoboken before moving to Wanaque with his wife Mary in 1984, one year after their marriage.

Throughout his life, Ramsey was a talented musician and composer, mathematician, teacher, computer technologist and software programmer, among many other passions. From 1978 to 1981, he toured the United States and Europe playing jazz violin with the Cecil Taylor Unit and participated in a series of landmark recordings. He independently studied mathematics, music, and education over the years; after receiving a bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Excelsior College/SUNY in 1983, he began an information technology career. As President of the Resolution Corp., which he founded in 1988, Ramsey built computer networking systems for local schools, churches, and businesses throughout northern New Jersey. For many summers, Ramsey designed and taught his own course on mathematics and music with the Montclair Gifted and Talented youth program.

Recently, Ramsey was a frequent performer in the New York avant-garde jazz scene, working on a number of collaborations with other artists. He was an avid reader and lifelong learner. Above all, Ramsey cherished and valued his family, which he considered the most important path in his life.

He is survived by his wife Mary (DiPietro) Ameen of Wanaque, his son Alex Ameen of Thibodaux, Louisiana and daughter Amber Ameen of Princeton, New Jersey, as well as his brother Dr. Jeffrey Ameen of California and sister Dorrie Ameen of New York City. Visitation will be held on Monday, July 29, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 p.m. at the D'Agostino Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to New Bridge Services (7 Industrial Rd., Pequannock, NJ 07440) in Ramsey's memory.

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Published by The Record/Herald News on Jul. 28, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Ramsey Ameen

17 Entries

Nikki Klotz Casulli

September 4, 2024

I am only seeing Mr Ameen´s obituary for the first time, 5 years after his passing. He was a great man and I wish I knew about his `real´ life outside of the classroom. I was just a kid and couldn´t fathom he had such a background. What a missed opportunity on my part not to stay in touch. My heart goes out to his family.

Martin Cobern

August 7, 2019

Ramsey and I were classmates in high school, where he and I shared many math classes. I feel fortunate that we reconnected on FB, since he has been a wonderful mentor into to world of music and its mathematical roots.

Miriam Levitt Flisser

August 1, 2019

When my little granddaughter was learning about numbers at about 6 years old, she had some ideas about Infinity that she expressed while eating dinner. Ramsey was so amused by her thoughts that he composed a musical piece for her, entitled "Counting with Jordana." We have the manuscript framed in our dining room. So very sorry to hear this sad news. Harvey&Miriam Levitt Flisser, Scarsdale, NY.

Peter Shenkin

July 31, 2019

I always learned something from Ramsey and I always thought I had more to learn from him music and mathematics. I heard him play only a few months ago, and I always looked forward to seeing him, even if only for lunch. His passing came as a shock, and I mourn him.

My condolences to his loving family; Mary, Alex (whom I never got to meet) and Amber.

Helene Glasser

July 30, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the entire Ameen family. So sorry to hear about Ramsey's passing. My prayers and love are with you all.

Jenny Tuten (Levine)

July 29, 2019

Ramsey and I were new teachers together at The Hudson School in the early 1980s. He was a great colleague and friend. I learned so much from and with him about teaching, learning, thinking, and life. I'm so grateful we re-connected a few years ago.

July 29, 2019

Ramsey and I only connected casually back when he was playing with Cecil. But in recent years we connected on Facebook and I will always treasure the various personal exchanges we had over that time. His passing fills me with great sorrow and I convey my deepest condolences to his family. - Marty Khan

Robin Wilson

July 29, 2019

I first met Ramsey in Harlem in the late 70s at Dianne McIntyre's Sounds in Motion Dance studio while I was a student there. Ramsey and the amazing Hank Johnson would make music that MADE you want to dance harder, braver, beautifully. His music reflected his inquisitive mind, ever-seeking intellect, and wry humor. He introduced me to his sister Dorrie who became one of my dearest friends. Ramsey & I reconnected during the Sounds in Motion reunion in 2012 and he graciously allowed me to interview him in 2013. His insight, his spirit - Ramsey never tolerated fools and yet he could always find something kind to say to me. (smile). Such a generous and special soul - the world is richer because of his presence, his love for his family and music and his heart. I will miss him. My deepest condolences to his entire family. - Robin Wilson

Lynn LaMunyon

July 29, 2019

So sorry for your loss, Mary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Meg Araneo-Reddy

July 28, 2019

Sending peace and love to all who are grieving the loss of this generous, creative, and kind man. He made this world a better place.

July 28, 2019

I am greatful to have played music with this fine musician, our flute and violin duo in 2014 was very memorable for me , thank you for the music , Cheryl Pyle , flutist ,NYC

July 28, 2019

Arthur Greenberg

July 28, 2019

Ramsey and I worked together during the mid-1970s at City-As-School, one of New York City's first alternative High Schools, a school which in many ways was just as much a welcome alternative for its staff as it was (and still is) for its students.

Ramsey was a delight to work with. Talented, friendly, humble, observant, and brilliant, he was a quiet thought leader in a school which valued him highly.

I am shocked at his loss and offer my condolences to his wife, children and extended family and friends.

We are all diminished by his passing, but forever enriched for our having known him.

Suellen Newman

July 27, 2019

Ramsey Ameen taught mathematics and computer science at The Hudson School, which i founded in 1978. He was a compassionate, kind and gifted educator.. He often explained math concepts while playing his violin and made learning math understandable and fun. I was so happy to have been able to share memories with him at my retirement party just a few years ago. On behalf of The Hudson School community, I extend my deepest condolences to his family. It was such a privilege and honor to work with Ramsey and create a curriculum that respected and embraced diverse learning styles and personal experiences . Ramsey had a broad vision of what learning really means and taught from his heart.

Neil Eversen

July 27, 2019

Very sorry for your loss always in your heart and soul great family

Eddie Klunck

July 27, 2019

So sorry he was such a great teacher.

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