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Bob Humphreys posted a condolence
Saturday, December 21, 2024
My condolences to the Ramsey family on the loss of John. Knew him at school and he was a great person to deal with.
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Mike and Chris Logier donated to The Inn Of The Good Shepherd (Sarnia) Inc
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Our sincere condolences to John’s family as he was a dedicated and faithful servant of God. We were honoured to attend his beautiful funeral mass today. RIP
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Catherine Huang posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
My heartfelt condolences to John Ramsey's family. I knew of many of the good things John did, how he was an integral part of parish at Our Lady of Mercy, a mainstay of the soup-and-movie nights at St Benedict's (and his soup was always extremely delicious), a volunteer at Inn of the Good Shepherd; I was privileged to join him in adding our voices to the aging Italian choir of the former St Peter's Church, which enabled the group to sing for another couple years and make the San Rocco masses more meaningful. After learning today of some of the many other ways John served his fellow-Christians, I began to wonder where he found the time to do all these things. I was at least half serious when I observed "When they open the cause for his beatification, I wouldn't be surprised if it turns out he had the gift of bilocation." May his memory be a blessing.
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Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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Our heartfelt condolences to the family of John Ramsey. We knew John through the KC meat bingos, very nice man, always a smile and a story to tell. He will be missed. RIP John. You are with the angels now.
Jeri Pryla and Barbara Shaw
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Erin lit a candle
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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Mr. Ramsey was my favourite teacher in high school. My condolences go out to his family. He will be missed.
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Donna Hammond posted a condolence
Monday, December 16, 2024
My heartfelt condolences to John’s family. He was a generous, kind person, always ready to help others. I have many great memories of our school days together at St. Patricia’s and St. Pat’s and am very thankful to have him all these years as a family friend. Rest in peace, John.
Donna (Ceponis) Hammond
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Carlee Coleman posted a condolence
Monday, December 16, 2024
I am so incredibly saddened to hear of his passing. Mr. Ramsey was a wonderful man. About 28 years ago when I was in Grade 3 at OLM, he would come to my class once a week to read to us and he always had the same teddy bear companion. One day, he gave that teddy bear to a student and the rest of us were so sad. He then returned the next time with a bag of teddy bears, one for everyone. I still have mine. He was such a caring human being. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace Mr. Ramsey. I still think of him every time I see those strawberry creme hard candies.
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Theresa van Koeverden posted a condolence
Monday, December 16, 2024
Ramsey Family, i started my teaching career next door to John and our recently deceased friend Don Steele. We had a rare
4 some with Joanne. It was 2 years of being part of the “downriver disaster crew”. We were happy to teach, sharing ideas and skills to bring joy to the job. I found friendship with the Ramsey girls. Over the years we lost touch but I never forgot those early days. I have been to the OLM events. John was cantor at the last Mass I attended there. I wonder if he has been invited to join the angel choir. Listen fof his voice as the choir sings. May he rest in peace!
Theresa van Koeverden
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Laura Ross posted a condolence
Monday, December 16, 2024
The Ramsey family, Linda, Sue, Pat and families,
Our deepest sympathy. John was a kind and compassionate man. He will be missed.
Laura and Brian Ross, Mariangela Colussi
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Owen Hagan uploaded photo(s)
Monday, December 16, 2024
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John , I always enjoyed seeing you at our funerals, you were also a great friend of St. Joseph's in Corunna. You always had a memory to share when we met, often about our famous grade ten year at St. Patricia's. I will miss you! From Owen Hagan
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Giselle McCormick posted a condolence
Monday, December 16, 2024
John was a great man and wonderful teacher. I had a few conversations with John and he was always smiling and ready with a kind word. A man of great faith. To all John's loved ones I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Rest in peace Mr. Ramsey.
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Debbie posted a condolence
Monday, December 16, 2024
Rest in Peace Mr.Ramsey, you were a great Religion teacher, my Condolences to your Family.
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Wendy and Ernie Hehn donated to The Inn Of The Good Shepherd (Sarnia) Inc
Monday, December 16, 2024
My condolences on the loss of John. I have many wonderful memories of conversations with John during our days at St. Pat’s. A very kind, positive gentleman.
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Kevin Andrade posted a condolence
Sunday, December 15, 2024
John Ramsey was truly a light on this earth to be a beacon to so many.
My first encounter with John was, not surprisingly, at church for that is where he spent a fair amount of his time. Whether it was coordinating various groups or doing the physical “grunt work”, John was always about helping whenever he saw the need. Gently he persuaded me to be involved in activities that helped inspire me to want to be a contributor to those around.
Beyond that, it wasn’t long before he became a good friend and I realized his devotion to family ran just as deep as his devotion to God and community. Many were the times I was having dinner or just socializing at his house, through which I also got to know his wonderful family including his four wonderful daughters. When I began to take up golf, he was one of my partners who, again was gentle in his guidance for improving my game.
While I didn’t get to see him in his role as a high school teacher, I did hear about him being respected by a number of the students he taught over the years. John was a person who could speak well and studied much literature from which he would often draw words of wisdom to use at the appropriate time. He exemplified this as the MC for our wedding for which we will always be grateful.
Not long after that, work opportunities took me away from Sarnia but I was still able to learn of how John was doing through my in-laws who had also been touched by his acts of giving at times.
To Sarah, Ruth, Jacquie, Ellen…my heart and sympathy goes out to you. You have been adults for some time, yet It is my hope and wish that you cherish the special memories of your dad and that they will be your comfort and strength for years to come.
I will close with one final pearl of George Bernard Shaw’s wisdom that John once shared that has remained with me: “I'm not a teacher: only a fellow traveller of whom you asked the way. I pointed ahead - ahead of myself as well as you.”
Kevin Andrade
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Dave posted a condolence
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Our condolences to the family John Ramsey. We will remember him for his teaching at St.Pat’s. A good mentor and friend! We will keep you in our prays.
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Phil Bezaire posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
I am saddened to hear of John's passing. I knew him from our association with the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. I would see John from time to time at funeral masses that I attended with the area funeral homes and he would always be singing in the choir. Rest in peace, John. It was a pleasure knowing you.
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Paul posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
am so sorry to hear that John has passed. I will miss the stories, sharing a craft beer with him. Rest in peace my friend..
Matthew 25:21
His lord said to him: Well done, good and faithful servant, because thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will place thee over many things. Enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
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Sylvia Knight donated to The Inn Of The Good Shepherd (Sarnia) Inc
Saturday, December 14, 2024
My sincere condolences to the family of John Ramsey
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Elsie Elrick posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
My sincere condolences to all of John's family. I have known John for a short time. I first met John at the KC's Meat Bingo. In that time I found John to be very helpful with setting up the hall, getting the meat for the winners, and doing anything else that had to be done to make the bingo run smoothly. He had such a wonderful sense of humor. He always made us laugh. John will be truly missed by so many of us. R.I.P. John ....(N 40 )
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Harry "Pat" Day posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
John was such a wonderful man. He reached out to us upon our arrival to Sarnia eight years ago. Knowing that we moved here from Newfoundland he told us of his teaching experiences near Lorraine's home town. For me he shared his golf stories. He made sure I had rides to Knight of Columbus functions. One great man; well done John.
Lorraine and Pat Day
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Debby Winterton posted a condolence
Saturday, December 14, 2024
John was loved by so many people. He will be missed so very much by the people he made smile each day.
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Pat Hobin posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
My condolences to John's family. I've known John since high school and worked with him in education. John was a gentle, kind man who liked to laugh. He always made others feel welcome. John was generous with his time sharing with friends and in OLM Parish. He will be missed.
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Jim Murphy posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
I only got to know John through his involment with and love for Corunna United church people. What a privolege to have known him.
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Jane Jordan posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
I've known John all my life. We grew up across the street from each other. He was my mother's favorite boy. I've never met a nicer, kinder, giving, human being. He can never be replaced. But we have all learned something from John. The Lord said his work here is done, so we will carry on with all the things that John has taught us. So now "Rest in Peace" my friend. Forever Jane Jordan
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Vera Latawiec posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
Meant to say a world without John. There will be an empty seat at out table this Christmas but he will be with us in spirit and in our hearts.
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Vera Latawiec pledged to donate to THE INN OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD (SARNIA) INC
Friday, December 13, 2024
On behalf of my family I can only say we can’t imagine a world with John/Mr. Ramsey/Uncle John. RIP
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Sue Langan lit a candle
Friday, December 13, 2024
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To John's family
So sorry to hear of John's passing, he was so kind and always had a smile and a wonderful story. Not only was he a sweet man but one of the BEST teachers I know, and loved by all his students. John always made this world a better place. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Sue Langan and family
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Cathy Nesbitt posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
To the members of Johns family . Please accept my deepest condolences in the passing of John . He was a great friend ,awesome teacher and a true mentor to all that asked .John was always concerned over a friend of mine showing his strength in belief , his words of wisdom and a true leader. It was a real pleasure to have him in our life . Rest in the arms of God now John ❤️
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Anthony Magermans donated to The Inn Of The Good Shepherd (Sarnia) Inc
Friday, December 13, 2024
Our family has known john for what seems like forever, from when he would babysit us, and most recently he would be at the OLM hall serving soup to my father and I. He always had a kind word to say, and always remembered our dad, even dropping off soup to him when he could no longer make it to the hall. John was a great guy and will be sorely missed.
Our deepest condolences
The Magermans Family
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Liz Perry donated to The Inn Of The Good Shepherd (Sarnia) Inc
Friday, December 13, 2024
My deepest condolences to Sarah, Ruth, Jacquline and Ellen and the family. John was a much love friend.
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Anne Marie Sykes lit a candle
Friday, December 13, 2024
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To my Uncle John , may you rest in peace , your passing has left a tremendous void in the Sarnia community. Your sisters , nieces and nephews know that you truly gave the most precious gift to anyone that needed it, TIME. Time to always put others ahead of your self, time to lend an ear , time to help those in need or lend a helping hand in a project , time to smile and give words of encouragement , time to create memories with your sisters , time to always reflect and forgive. You set the bar on what leading by example should be in the community.
You will be missed , love you always Anne Marie
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Jerry Marcotte posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
To the Family of the late Sir Knight John Ramsey....
Dear family members,
In light of the fraternity of Brother and Sir Knights, we extend to all of you the thoughts and prayers of our Assembly as you reflect upon the active and faith-filled life of Sir Knight John and we thank him for the leadership roles he has taken. May his memory be a blessing.
Jerry Marcotte, PGK, FDD,
Faithful Navigator of the
Rt. Rev. W. J. Langlois Assembly1789
Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus,
Tecumseh, Ontario
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Marylou Dudley posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2024
Dear Family: I was one of the lucky ones who got to taste many of that great soup. Such a kind man. Rest in peace John.
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Steve Marcy lit a candle
Friday, December 13, 2024
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John and I worked together at MANY Irish Miracles in the month of December. He always had
A special place in his heart for the forgotten and marginalized. May you rest in peace my dear
friend!
Regards Steve Marcy
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JOAN LEATHERLAND posted a condolence
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Our family was so privileged to have known John as a teacher, friend and mentor. We shared many wonderful times together.
Sincerest condolences to all his family especially his daughters. He will be missed by many. God grant you peace my friend.
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Thursday, December 12, 2024
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Thursday, December 12, 2024
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Eternal rest grant unto you, John and Let Perpetual light shine upon you and may your soul through the mercy of Our God Rest In Peace.
We will miss your friendship.
You were always there to lend a hand for our council.
Sincere condolences to Johns family.
St. Joseph CWL - Sarnia
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Marquita knowled posted a condolence
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Was saddened to hear of John’s passing. He was a kind and funny man. We shared a lot of laughs and conversations. You will be missed so very much. Marquita Knowles
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Sylvia knight posted a condolence
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Ruth, Twyla,Pat & Families:
My sincere condolences in the passing of my friend John Ramsey;
John came to Corunna United and joined our choir.
Although I was not a member of choir, he became my friend and helping hand.
John was always helping me with breakfasts or even providing breakfasts for our congregation.
He also became a part of our Amicitia Friendship Group and attended most meetings and was always willing to help when needed.
He will be greatly missed by many and especially his friends at Corunna United Church. Sylvia knight
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Ellen and Jerry Hemstreet posted a condolence
Thursday, December 12, 2024
So sorry to hear about John’ passing. Jerry will miss the weekly crib games with John. He was a great friend to us and will be missed.
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Thursday, December 12, 2024
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