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Due to the increased activity with the coronavirus pandemic only 25 people will be allowed in the building at a time during the visitation, you may be required to wait until others leave the building. Only 25 designated people will be allowed to remain in the building for the funeral service. The State of Wisconsin mandates for the safety and security of all guests, that those in attendance are required to wear a face covering and observe social distancing requirements.
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Racine, WI. – Willie Lee Ramsey Sr., 67, entered into eternal life on November 28, 2020. He was born on January 21, 1953 in Oxford, Mississippi, to the late Henderson Sr. and Mandy (nee: Gatheren) Ramsey. Willie moved to Wisconsin where he attended J.I. Case High School and graduated in 1971. He began his career as a machinist at American Motors Corporation, where he remained gainfully employed for 36 years until he retired in 2009.
In 1974, Willie married the love of his life, Frances (nee: Martin) Ramsey. In his early years he loved to play pool, traveling, playing chess, and spending time with his family. Accepting Christ early in life, he was a member of Shiloh Stronghold C.O.G.I.C. where he served as a deacon, Sunday school teacher and superintendent. In 2010, he became an ordained assistant pastor where he served under the late Apostle G.F. Ramsey and current Apostle Elias Ramsey.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories of 46 years, his wife Frances Ramsey, his four “Golden Girls” Natasha (William) Grandberry, Bridgette (Patrick) Ramseur, Gloria Martin and Ja’Vetta Martin all of Racine, WI; nine grandchildren DiQuan of Texas, DaKeidrick, DeShon, Willie Lee Ramsey III, Daezaneji, Tracy, Daeveyon, Patrick Jr, and Kai all of Racine, WI; four great-grandchildren, three brothers Henderson (Ann) Ramsey of Tennessee, L.C. (Dawn) Ramsey of Mississppi, and James Ramsey of Racine, WI; one sister Ernestine Ramsey of Racine, WI; two sisters-in-law Evelyn Ramsey of Mississippi and Betty Ramsey of Racine, WI; special family friends Pastor Anthony Jones, Loniki Jackson, Tracy Young, and his Gateway Family.
Willie was preceded in death by both of his parents; four brothers Murphy, Walter, Johnnie and Apostle G.F. Ramsey; five sisters Molene, Mae Lou, Flora Lee, Mae Emma, and Vivian Ramsey; in-laws Curtis (Lellar) Martin, sister-in-law, Reatha Ramsey, and other brothers and sisters-in-law. Also preceding him in death his son Willie Lee Ramsey Jr. and one grandson Demetri Martin.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the hard-working medical team at Ascension All Saints for the great care of our husband, father, and grandfather. The family would also like to thank everyone for their calls, texts, thoughts and prayers and hospitality during this time of bereavement.
May God Bless all of you.
A Celebration of His Life will be held on Friday, December 11, 2020 11:00am in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. Visitation will be in the chapel from 9:00am until the time of service. Interment will take place in Graceland Cemetery. Please see the funeral home website at a later date for his full obituary.
Due to the increased activity with the coronavirus pandemic only 25 people will be allowed in the building at a time during the visitation, you may be required to wait until others leave the building. Only 25 designated people will be allowed to remain in the building for the funeral service. The State of Wisconsin mandates for the safety and security of all guests, that those in attendance are required to wear a face covering and observe social distancing requirements.
We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
Carolyn Upchurch-McInnis says
My condolences and Prayers to the Ramsey/Martin Family. Willie lee will be missed he had a smile that would make you feel good on your worst days. To Mrs. Francis Ramsey I know it’s hard for you but remember God got you.
Love you all
Dorothy A.Jackson & Family says
My Deepest sympathies to the Ramsey/ Martin Family. I’m praying🙏🏽🙏🏽for you during your time of bereavement. May God give you Peace That Surpasses All. May God Bless you as well. Willie Lee will be missed by all who knew him; God loves 💕💕you& I love 💞💞💞you all like that🥰🥰!
Eddie and Cindy Martin says
Our deepest sympathies to the family. May he rest in peace.
Arletta Frazier says
My heart is saddened by the news of the passing of Pastor Willie Ramsey. The Ramsey family is in my prayers. May the God’s of peace and His strength be with you doing this time.
Sister Diana R. says
Thank you Pastor Willie for all the times that I needed prayer or I needed somebody to talk to you were there to help. You will be dearly missed.
Julie Hutsick says
The loss of a father/husband is one of the hardest things to face in life. I know God will keep you safe and close and help you get through this difficult time. My condolences on your loss.
Deacon Willie E. and Daris J. Hodges. says
Our deepest condolences and sincerest sympathy are extended to the family and friends of the Ramsey family. May God strengthen you all during your times of need.
Robert Carter sr says
My special condolences and prayers to the family and friends during their lost.
Pastor Jeffery L Goodman Sr. says
Deacon Curtis Martin and Family we are sorry for your loss God Called Bro Ramsey home at this young age and saved him from this cruel world. Martin/Ramsey Family be of good courage “Weeping may endure for the night but Joy will come in the morning “
Pastor J Goodman and Lady Goodman along with the Macedonia COGIC aka Little Macedonia you are in our prayers.
Bishop Kimani says
Send my love and prayers to the family Pastor willie was a great man I love talking to him when we had to come to Racine for services
Gerece Morris says
My spiritual brother and friend with a love for everyone wearing that gigantic contagious smile always could brighten up anybody’s day. He was a communicator and always there to lend a helping hand. He carved his footprints in to the hearts of the people. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. I will see you in the morning.
Deacon Michael E. Kane says
I am praying for God’s strength, peace and shalom for the Ramsey and Martin family . I am so sorry for your loss. I love y’all.
Bobbie Reynolds says
Ernestine/Ramsey Family, sorry for your loss
Gary and Dianna Prust says
Our hearts are so saddened by the news of Willie passing. Our prayers are with all of you and may you feel God’s presence, strength and peace during this very difficult time.
Mr and Mrs Elder Woods says
We are so sorry for the loss of your love one we are praying for the family
Ramona Drane says
My condolences and Prayers goes out to the Ramsey Family
Roxanne Wright-Hall says
The Rivers Hill Church of Christ extends our sincere prayers to the Ramsey family at this time. May God continue to comfort you as you heal. God bless you.
Kellie Rae Blanden says
To My Ramsey Family,
It is my heartfelt prayer that God continues to strengthen and comfort you all as you lay Uncle Willie Lee to rest. I know Junior was waiting at those pearly gates with a big hug and a bright smile for his daddy! I love you all and am praying with you.
Paula Boykin and Family says
Sincere condolences to the family
April (Ramsey) and Joseph Smith says
My dear uncle Willie. My heart is heavy and saddened by your sudden passing. You will be greatly missed. Your smile, your laugh and the joy we all had when we were all together will forever hold a place in my heart. I find peace in knowing that you are with loved ones that went on before you, dancing and singing with the angels. My love for you will never waiver. I continue to pray that God will strenghthen our family as we move through this difficult time and grant us peace.
Jesus Garcia Jr says
God bless my brother..I celebrate your new life. May God embrace your soul and give you eternal life.
Jessica Cranley says
Dear Frances and family.. So sorry for your loss! He was a great person and will be missed.
Your friends from North Shore
Evelyn Ramsey, Cora Sanders, Patricia Pegues, Teresa Ramsey, Petsy Ramsey, Lillie Ramsey, Mary Brassell, James Ramsey, Willie Brassell, and family members says
Be blessed our family for God beholds all of you within his heart, and so do we. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all (our loved ones) right now. Our prayers are that you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time, as we extend our heartfelt sympathies. Yet, your happy memories of him will comfort all of you in the days ahead. And, always remember, we are available for whatever you all need and is just a phone call away. Be blessed, the Ramsey family. (Oxford, Mississippi)
Joyce Shelton Smith says
Sorry for your loss, praying for family.