Obituary

Jerry Don Ramey

Age 61, a resident of Winslow, passed away Monday, July 3, 2017 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born December 5, 1955 in Prairie Grove, the son of Phineus Marion and Tressa (Easley) Ramey.

Jerry has worked at the University of Arkansas facilities management for 41 years where he has made countless friends and thought of them as family.

He was preceded in death by his two sons Jonathan Ramey and Jerry Wayne Ramey, his mother Tressa Ramey and one grandson Jerron Foster.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years Marcia Smith Ramey; two daughters Jenniffer Johnson and husband Matt of Winslow and Jillian Foster and husband John of West Fork; his father Phineus Ramey of Winslow; one brother Ralph Ramey and wife Reba of Winslow; four sisters Becky Wilson and husband Charlie, Linda Arispe and husband Frank, Teresa Carroll and husband Bryan and Wanda Mathias and husband Wayland all of Winslow; five grandchildren Keegan Foster, Kennedy Foster, Kaden Foster, Hannah Ramey-Johnson and Hailey Ramey-Johnson and a host of nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Friday, July 7, 2017 4:00-6:00 PM at Luginbuel Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be held 10:00 AM Saturday, July 8th, 2017, at Luginbuel Chapel.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Keegan Foster, Kaden Foster, Landon Standley, Travis Ramey and Mason Ramey.

Memorials may be made to the Brentwood Community Park and Rest Area C/O Rodney Hughes, 16606 Parker Branch Rd., Winslow, AR 72959 Bank of Fayetteville Acct. # 10061673.

Following the funeral service on Saturday, the family will be receiving friends and loved ones for a potluck luncheon at the pavilion in the University of Arkansas Gardens located on Razorback Road.
Funeral Service

10:00 am
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, AR The funeral may be watched live by clicking on the link below.
Visitation

4:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home - Prairie Grove, AR
Final Resting Place
information unavailable.
General

Dec 5, 1955

Jul 3, 2017

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Tributes

Marcia, Jennifer, Jill and family, Our hearts break at the loss of Jerry. He was a great man with a heart of gold and love for his family. We pray for your comfort as the shock of such a huge loss of a wonderful man, husband and daddy. May you find peace in God's arms. Love, Rodney and Deborah
Rodney and Deborah Hughes - Cousin
Marcia, So sorry for your loss and affirm for you comfort and peace, now and always. You and your well-being will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.
Uncle Rob - Uncle
I think all of Jerry's co-workers considered him a friend; that's just the kind of guy he was. What a tremendous heart! He will be so missed by so many people because he touched so many lives in such a good way. Having gone through the loss of his own sons, he was always among the first to go to someone at work who had lost a child of their own, and I'm sure he went to others with the same loss. On a personal note, he organized and lead the crew, including a son-in-law, who built a ramp and small deck to allow my husband access to our home again while he was recovering from a broken leg and shoulder. I tell that story often. Of course, it doesn't surprise anyone; they just smile, nod, and say, "Yeah, that sounds like Jerry." I know Jerry loved to be with his family because he would talk fondly about the many family gatherings. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this devastating loss. Many hearts are sad at the University, especially Facilities Management, but I know your hearts are even more sad. God's blessings to you all.
Ann Carrell - Co-worker and friend
Jerry was a great friend and he will be terribly missed. We pray that the dear Lord will comfort you and give you consolation.
RD & Brenda Henard - Friends
My deep sympathy to the family of Jerry. He will be greatly missed at the UA. Jerry was such a pleasant man, quick to share his contagious smile.
Darlene Beeler - UA employee
Jerry has been a special friend for many years. He was special to a lot of people. Highly skilled, kind, worked hard, and a good friend to talk to. I will miss you Jerry. Prayers for the family.
Robert Beeler - Friend/co-worker
So sorry to hear that my cousin jerry has passed even though its been years ill always remember jerry and his sisters we met when only a young child think jerry was 11 i was 10. I hope my prayers help comfort his wife and daughters i know jerry will miss all of you just seeing the video posted ty all for shareing with us all hugs to all would love to meet you all one day..my mom was pearl hawkins easly i know they are together with others blessings to all
Bridget Miner(hawkins) - Cousin
My most heartfelt condolences go out to all of you in this most difficult of times. I am so very sorry for your loss. May the comfort and strength of family be with you.
Barbara Lindsey - Friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Earl & Rose Underhill - Friend
We are thinking of you Marcia and praying for you and your entire family.
Kirk & Valerie Goad - Friend
Marcia & Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family has been thru so much. He's in good hands now. Your in my prayers, Cindy
Cindy Duncan - Friend
Marcia and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Maxine Osborn-Liston - Friend
Marcia & Family - my heart goes out to each of you during this difficult time. Jerry always had a big smile and made people feel warm and welcome anytime you were around him. I pray you all find comfort in the memories you have in your hearts. Sending prayers.
Sandy Thompson - Friend
Marcia and Family: Many thoughts and prayers for you. Jerry will be greatly missed. He was a great guy and a friend to everyone.
Darlene Winn - UA Co-worker
I'm thankful to God for Jerry's example of kindneas, and his loving spirit. I still remember the smile (and usually hug) that I'd get when I saw him. What an awesome example of a great husband and Dad too....a wonderful man through and through - love him. Love/hugs/prayers to all....
Amanda Smith - Cousin
I always think of Jerry as someone with deep kindness and held in high regard. He will be greatly missed. With deepest sympathies, I pray you will be wrapped in comforting memories.
Debbie Blume - Friend
So sorry to hear of Jerrys passing. He ALWAYS had a kind word whenever we would come to visit with daddy, Ben Ramey. May god hold your heart and heal it. Lonny and family.
Lonny Ramey - Cousin.
My heartfelt condolences to all the Ramey family. Through the university and working with Karen I came in contact with Jerry and always admired his sweet and generous personality, his many talents, and his work ethic. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Nancy Sloan - Friend
I just read about the recent death of Jerry and I know Marcia and the Ramsey family and loved ones have saddened hearts today. So I wanted to share beautiful scripture where our heavenly Father, Jehovah, (Psalm 83:18), promises us that He is going to do away with man's greatest enemy, death. Rev. 21: 4; "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. Isaiah 33:24 guarantees us: "And no resident will say "I am sick," ever again. God's kingdom that Jesus taught us to pray for at Matt. 6: 9, 10 will bring about these wonderful promises, including the resurrection. None of us are guaranteed tomorrow, but we are all guaranteed a resurrection. (John 5:28, John 6:40, John 11:23-25, Acts 24:15) Isaiah 26:19 "Your dead will live......And the earth will let those powerless in death come to life." Isaiah 25:8 "He will swallow up death forever. For Jehovah himself has spoken it." For more comforting scriptures please visit: http://bit.ly/1K38EFt. It has given me hope, strengthened my faith and helped me find the answer to Why? I know it will do the same for you. Jehovah invites you to throw your burdens on Him and He will sustain you in your time of grief. Psalm 34:18 my email address is: myranj@centurytel.net I pray it will bring some comfort to please watch this beautiful video entitled "Keep Your Eyes on the Prize" https://tv.jw.org/#en/video/VODChildren/pub-pksn_24_VIDEO
M J Jarmon - neighbor
Funeral Service

10:00 am
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, AR The funeral may be watched live by clicking on the link below.
Visitation

4:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home - Prairie Grove, AR
Final Resting Place
information unavailable.
General

Dec 5, 1955

Jul 3, 2017

61