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Kenneth Ray Ramsey

1935 - 2023

Kenneth Ray Ramsey obituary, 1935-2023, Amherst, VA

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1935

DIED

2023

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Kenneth Ramsey Obituary

Kenneth Ray "Pops" Ramsey, 87, of Amherst Virginia, passed away on October 15, 2023. Born in Mayhew, West Virginia, he was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Lelia Mae "Nan" Ramsey, daughter Karen Kaye Ramsey Gibson, and son Thomas Jeffrey Ramsey. Left to cherish his memory are his children: Mike Ramsey Sr. (Michael Ramsey Jr. and Troy) of Amherst, Linda Ramsey (Skyler and A.J.) of Monroe, Susan Ramsey Jackson (Nicholas) of Amherst, Keith Ramsey (Lelia) of Evington, and Amanda Gibson Woodall (Gavin and Makenna) of Roanoke. Pops also leaves behind his dear friends, Brenda Johnson of Wertz and Jim Martinez of Amherst.

Driskill Funeral Chapel, Amherst Virginia, will be providing services with visitation on Friday, October 20, 2023 from 6 to 8 p.m. and funeral service on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 2 p.m. Internment will be at Amherst Cemetery immediately following the funeral service.

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Published by The News & Advance on Oct. 18, 2023.

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Jeannene Finley

November 19, 2023

RIP dear friend. You will be missed.

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Dolores Tinsley

October 21, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Ken´s passing. I have fond memories of the love he had for Lee, his children and grandchildren. You all have my prayers for comfort during this time. He is with the love of his life now. I will always remember his smile and willingness to help with anything.

Susan & Andy Williams

October 20, 2023

Such fond memories of Ken. Great guy. Andy and I will miss him.

Lori Wendt Podlisny

October 20, 2023

I am so fortunate that I was able to reminisce all the memories that were shared in Connecticut with our families in September. You were and will continue to be very special to me. I know your up there with my Dad having the time of your life rocking the heavens! I love you DaD! Thank you for the memories !!! May you RIP! Until we meet again!

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Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Norris Funeral Services and Crematory - Driskill Chapel

201 Grandview Dr. P.O. Box 665, Amherst, VA 24521

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2:00 p.m.

Norris Funeral Services and Crematory - Driskill Chapel

201 Grandview Dr. P.O. Box 665, Amherst, VA 24521

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