David Todd Ramsay

RAMSAY David Todd Ramsay, age 48 of Stratford, beloved husband of Mary Jean (Griffin) Ramsay, entered into rest Tuesday, April 7, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Southington, December 9, 1960, he was the son of Stewart Ramsay and the late Sylvia Ramsay. He was a police officer in the towns of Southington and Wolcott before becoming a plumbing and heating supply salesman in the Fairfield County area. "Captain Dave," as he was affectionately known, was an avid boater and fisherman. He was a "Reel Parrot Head" being one of Jimmy Buffett's biggest followers as well as an enthusiastic Mets and Patriots fan. Never being one to pass up an opportunity for a laugh or good time, he was always willing to share a fishing tale with his extended family on B dock at Brewer's Marina. In addition to his wife and father, he is survived by his stepson, Michael D'Onofrio Jr.; his brothers, Mark Ramsay and his wife, Maria and Peter Ramsay and his wife, Rachel; brother-in-law, James Griffin and his wife, Eileen Gorman; sisters-in-law, Laurel Adams and her husband, Mark, Lisa Griffin and her husband, Ernie Cruz and Elizabeth Christiansen and her husband, David; nieces and nephews, Morgan, Megan, Justin, Kaylan, Emma, Maeve, Laura, Stephen and Daniel; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He will be missed by his beloved dog, Maya. The family would like to thank the employees of St. Vincent's Medical Center, especially the staff of 7 East, CVU and ICU for their compassionate care. Friends may greet the family Thursday, April 9, 2009 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Swim Across the Sound, c/o St. Vincent Medical Center, 2800 Main St., Bridgeport, CT 06606. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.