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Ernest Glenn Ramsey, 85 of Athens, Alabama, died Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at his residence. There will be a 3PM Graveside Service Sunday at Limestone Memorial Gardens with Dwight Ridinger and Billy Marks officiating. Visitation is from 12noon until 2:30PM at Spry Funeral Home in Athens. Pallbearers will be Randall Hoosier, Mike Jackson, Melvin Laxson, Lynn Persell, Keith Griffin and Kim Norton. Memorials may be made to your favorite charity.

Ernest Glenn Ramsey was born in Limestone County, Alabama on November 24, 1935 - the eldest son to Carlos and Myrtle Ramsey.

He is survived by: Sons: Tony Ramsey and wife Danita of Athens , Paul Ramsey and wife Jennifer of Athens. Daughters: Debbie McClung and husband Tom of Athens, Connie Elmore and husband Ricky of Athens

Grandsons: Garron Hoosier, Austin Ramsey,Kyle Taylor, Granddaughter Hannah Hoosier, Randall Hoosier, father to Hannah and Garron

Sisters: Rosene Beasley of Athens, Wanda Faye Usery and husband David of Athens,

A number of nieces, nephews, and extended family

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty Ramsey. His parents Carlos and Myrtle Ramsey. His brother Charles Ramsey, His grandson Matthew Ramsey

Glenn was well known in the community where he owned and managed Ramsey Insulation and Septic Tank Company for many years.

He was involved with the Athens Limestone Builders Association and was honored to be named Associate of the Year twice.

He was a founding and faithful member of the First Independent Methodist Church in Limestone Co.

He played on community baseball teams, loved fishing, telling corny jokes, watching Braves and Alabama ball games, going to see grandchildren in their extra curricular activities, especially seeing grandson Garron play in the Little League World Series in Cooperstown, New York. He enjoyed going out to eat, visiting with friends, and gathering with his extended family-playing games and enjoying the fellowship.

Glenn was well loved by many and will be greatly missed by all of his family and those he called friend.

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taylor stack

2021-09-09 20:33:50

I’m sorry for your loss i’m very upset too because me and her bonded over the past two cats I had and she helped my brother Austin stack out a lot and I wish I could’ve done something because a week before I talk to her and she didn’t seem OK but I’m going to the funeral me and my brother and I’ve just been really upset lately about her she was such a beautiful girl and me and her went to the fair together too and it was so fun I actually rode my first roller coaster with her.

Ruth Southers

2021-09-10 02:20:32

Dear Michael and. Kelly and All of the family,
My heart is in such sorrow for you. There aren’t words that can take away your pain. Nothing can do that. Your faith in God and the love and support of your family and friends will help you survive.
Michael and Kelly, lean on each other, hold each other up, take each step together. Pray to Jesus with every breath to help you.
Scott and I are holding you in our prayers.
Love and deep sympathy,
Ruth and Scott