George W. "Jim" Ramsey, Jr., 50, of Parsons, passed away at 2:02 p.m., Sunday, December 20, 2015 in the Emergency Room at Labette Health in Parsons.
He was born October 29, 1965 in Parsons, Kansas to George W. Ramsey, Sr. and Nelsie J. (Davis) Ramsey. He grew up and attended school in Parsons. He was a 1984 graduate of Parsons High School and attended Labette Community College for three years where he received automotive technology training.
He was employed by the Joplin Globe from 1986 – 2003 as a route sales representative until becoming disabled. He enjoyed working on computers and tinkering on electronics and solar-powered devices.
Survivors include:
Mother – Nelsie Ramsey Parsons, KS
Two Brothers – James Ramsey Parsons, KS
Marcus Ramsey Parsons, KS
One Sister – Julie Ramsey-Shaw and her husband, Marty Parsons, KS
One Niece – Alyssa Ramsey
He was preceded in death by his father, George W. Ramsey, Sr. on December 8, 2010.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at Mound Valley Cemetery. Friends may call at their convenience from noon through 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons.
Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the Lupus Foundation – Kansas Chapter. These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS 67357.
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