Obituary of Dorothy I. Ramsey

CARTHAGE- Dorothy I. (Dot.) Ramsey, 75, formerly of 222 State Street died, early Saturday morning at the Jefferson County Hospice Home, after a long battle of ongoing health issues. She was born on July 20,1943 to the late Walter & Mildred Thompson Davis in Chittenango, NY. She graduated from Lyme Central School. 

She married Ralph A. Ramsey on February 17,1967 the couple divorced in 1984.

She is survived by her children, two daughters; Amy (Verne) Green, Copenhagen; Vicki Ramsey, Philadelphia, NY; and a son, Paul Ramsey and his companion Rachel Burcume, Carthage; her siblings, Ada (Stanley) Ramsey, Cicero, NY; Walter (Cheryl) Davis, Zephyrhills, Florida; 4-Grandchildren, Sarah & Paul Jr. Ramsey, Carthage; Justin (Rebekah) Green, Washington; Andrew (Jessica) Green, Redfield, NY. and 5- Great-Grandchildren, Killian, Ezra, Kora, Hunter and Gunner.

She worked for James River Corp. until it closed, and then retired from Stature Electric in Watertown due to illness.

Our mom was one of the strongest Women we knew, she didn’t go to the best schools, dress in fine clothes or have a lot of money. But looking back she had riches that money couldn’t buy, a big heart that only knew one thing the love of her children. She was a voice of reason - story teller - hand holder -partner in crime - supporter - shoulder - broken heart healer - teacher - chef - right hand - psychologist - nerve calmer - sunshine - angel - heart and soul - problem solver - doctor - comedian - cheerleader - confidant - peace keeper - and most of all our BEST FRIEND!

Her witty personality made everyone smile, she made friends everywhere she went. She lived her life the way she wanted on her terms and no one else’s.

Dot also enjoyed puzzles, playing cards and board games and ceramics.

She is predeceased by her parents and two siblings, Mildred LaRose and Beverly Davis.

A private graveside service will be held by the family in the Oakwood Cemetery in Theresa, NY.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Jefferson County Hospice.  1398 Gotham St, Watertown, NY 13601. Online condolences can be made to www.lundyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are being handled by the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service Inc., located at 500 State Street in Carthage, NY 13619. 

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