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Gary RAMSEY Obituary

Gary M. Ramsey

AUSTIN, TX - Gary M. Ramsey, formerly of Springfield, Ill., passed away Saturday, April 26, 2014. Gary was born July 30, 1953, to Robert and Barbara (Ritz) Ramsey. Gary married Lisa DeLand June 2, 2001. Gary and Lisa had 19 happy years together. Gary was preceded in death by his father, Robert Ramsey, mother, Barbara Ramsey, brother, Mark Ramsey, and brother, Brett Ramsey.

Gary is survived by his wife, Lisa; sister, Beth Creighton; nephews, Noah Ramsey and Kyle Creighton; niece, Barbara Creighton; great- niece, Braelyn Creighton; and great-nephews, Hunter and Colton Creighton; two aunts; and several cousins.

Gary, owner of Ramsey Woodwork, led a very active life. He loved to read, travel, spend time with family and friends, and loved the outdoors. Gary was cremated and a celebration of life will be held this summer.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The State Journal-Register on May 2, 2014.

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May 20, 2014

The group at Travis Tile Sales are so sad to hear the loss of such a happy customer. He always had that smile on his face. He will be truly missed. God bless him and his family.

Susan from Denton

May 14, 2014

dance on Gary who never likes to say goodbye. dance on.
Love to you Lisa

Frank Rader

May 7, 2014

No one had a bigger heart and no one worked harder - in any field. I love you like a brother, Gary Ramsey. You will be missed.

Bob Andrew

May 2, 2014

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I was a childhood teammate of his and have fond memory's of the family and the time I spent with them. I remember riding my bike out to the practice field on south 2nd. Go Schimm Heating!!!

Pam Hart

May 2, 2014

Beth, so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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