RAMSEY, Edward Edward Lafayette Ramsey, 88, of Austin, Texas, passed away on June 25, 2018 peacefully in his sleep. Edward was born in Monte Ne, Arkansas on June 16, 1930. He was the 7th of 8 children born to Bura D. and Edward Ramsey, being the last survivor. Edward was married to Janet Burleigh on August 14, 1960; they were married 58 years. Edward is survived by his wife Janet, and son Kenneth Marsh Ramsey, his wife Judi, and 2 grandchildren Natalie and Paige; many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Edward was raised in Paris, Texas moved to San Antonio and to Houston where he attended Sam Houston High School. He then entered his career in the Air Force at the age of 16 where he rapidly rose in the ranks to First Lieutenant. In 1960, he and his wife moved to Austin Texas, where he enrolled at the University of Texas graduating with a degree in Political Science. He was actively involved in politics for many years in which he assisted many city and state level elected officials. He then became a homebuilder and developer under the name Tramco Builders. His passions in life were golf, jogging, and football and especially, the Westlake High School Football Program, so much so that for 25 years he attended all games and even most of the practices. Visitation will be held from 5-7:00 PM on Friday, June 29, 2018 at Weed-Corley-Fish, 3125 North Lamar, Austin 78705. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 30, 2018 in the Weed-Corley-Fish Chapel. Burial will follow at Austin Memorial Park Cemetery, 2800 Hancock Dr., Austin 78731. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be donated to Austin Hospice, which was so incredibly helpful in his last days, or a charity of your choice. For those desiring, you may also access the online guest registry and obituary at www.wcfish.com.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Jun. 28, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Ramsey

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8 Entries

Wendy Ballew

July 22, 2018

Not only was Mr. Ramsey Westlake's #1 fan, he was also our very favorite bus driver for many years. He was always so kind and patient. The Ballew family loved this precious man so much and we will all miss him! Mrs. Ramsey, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Glad & Len Baumel

July 9, 2018

Dear Jan,
Len and I were sorry to hear of Ed's passing. We enjoyed talking with Ed at the aerobics class luncheons and at the Y. We will always remember him as one of the "nice guys." We hope that the good memories of Ed will sustain you through this difficult time.

Lou McCreary

June 29, 2018

My wife Patsy and I really enjoyed getting to know Ed and Jan. It was a pleasure to go on our Westlake Football trips with Ed and Jan-all the players and families admired Ed for his dedication to the Chaps, their
families and Coaches. We will miss our friend, "Mr. Football", but know that Ed's spirit will always be with
Westlake High on Friday night.

April Mangum

June 28, 2018

Heaven just gained a really special angel! We will really miss Mr. Ramsey in the stands and on the practice fields. He knew the boys by name and was truly their biggest fan!

Chuck Scott

June 28, 2018

Such a gentleman. To the Ramsey family we are so sorry for your loss of Ed. He was the consummate Westlake football fan and he was so in such a positive way. He will be missed by so many. Chuck and Sally Scott

Tod, Kim and Reed Klubnik

June 28, 2018

Westlake football will not be the same without Mr Ramsey. He LOVED the game and the boys and was always there to encourage them. He always believed in the team and was there to high five them after practices and games. His presence and friendship will be greatly missed. I thoroughly enjoyed sitting next to him during practices to hear his thoughts and predictions. Bus rides were fun too! He was always so positive, even when in the hospital. Mr Ramsey will live forever in the hearts of those he touched...and that is a lot of hearts!!! Our prayers are with you Mrs Ramsey.

Greg Kronberg

June 28, 2018

Ed Ramsey was the consummate Westlake Chaps football fan! I spent many afternoons with him watching practices. He was friends with so many players. He always had a kind word of encouragement. The Kronberg Family

Jill Durkee

June 27, 2018

Mr. Ramsey was a wonderful man in so many ways! I will never forget when he was driving the bus our son was on when he attended kindergarten. Our son was going to cross the street in front of the bus and Mr. Ramsey had the stop signs out and the lights flashing and as my son started across the street a car came speeding around the bus and if it hadn't been for Mr. Ramsey watching so carefully and honking the horn to stop our son from crossing he would probably not be here today. Mr. Ramsey saved his life and everytime we had the pleasure of seeing him, he would ask how is "Little Rob". He was a fine man and he is missed so much.

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