Theodore "Ted" Ramsey III
March 26, 2015
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Theodore Allen Ramsey III, 56, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2015 at home. Ted was born on December 27, 1958.
Ted began his career at UPS in July 1976 at the age of 17. Over the course of the next 37 years, he continued his career at UPS in various roles as an hourly employee, part-supervisor, Package Car Driver then over the tractor-trailer driver. With all of his years of experience he learned the following: make right hand turns, back first and see the big picture. During his last 21 years, he moved into a management role as a supervisor working with and touching the lives of many tractor-trailer drivers. UPS gave him many opportunities including national and international travel. His favorite experience was riding in a Hot Air Balloon. Although, he was at Niagara Falls, he did not go because he wanted his family to experience the beauty with him.
He married Donette Cox on July 27,1979. They had five children together. He enjoyed watching his children in their sporting events, along with March Band completions. His love of trains, planes and automobiles took him to many places across the United States with work and family. Some of his favorite experiences were fishing in Canada, Hawaii with friends, a Disney Caribbean Cruise and a mission trip to Jamaica. He enjoyed the need for speed – go kart racing and roller coasters, fishing and horse- back riding.
Ted is survived by his wife of 35 years, Donette; children, Audra (Donovan) of Huntington, WV, Rebekah (Dan) of Panora, Theo (Megan) of Azle,TX, Laura and Noah of Panora., Grandchildren, Gabe, Austin, Addison, Eliza and Jaiden. He also has four Aunts, one Uncle and a host of extended family.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday March 30, 2015, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines. Visitation will be held Sunday evening at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Ted.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Tom Hackett
04/01/2015
From school in the 70's to working at UPS for many years, a good friend! I know your in a better place, but you are missed! Til we meet again, God bless you Ted!
Lois Gray
03/31/2015
I remember when my friend and co worker Leona Ramsey and her husband Ted had little Teddy. I was sorry to read of his death in our newspaper. I recall Leona speaking so proudly of all of her grandchildren. My sympathy to all of you at his death.
Jim Blend
03/30/2015
So very sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I worked with Ted in the Des Moines Hub going back to the late 70's. I transferred to Davenport in late 1989 and have only seen him a few times. I remember taking him to Chicago with me to meet with Schedulers back in the early 90's. Ted always had a positive attitude and was well liked by everyone he encountered. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I am sure he is in a better place and we can all take comfort in difficult times like this that there is a plan for all or us.
Andy Bruemmer
03/29/2015
Our deepest condolences to your family as you go through this tough time. I haven't been able to get to know Noah's family very well, but he has sure been a pleasure to have in class & on the field. Noah's personality reflects the positive family values that he's been brought up with. Noah & Laura please know everyone at Panorama is here for you!
In our prayers, The Bruemmer Family
Alice Gray
03/29/2015
Donette - so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. He now rests in peace with the Father, free from pain and suffering with no more tears. You will see him again and be together some day in God's heaven. My prayers are with you for comfort in the days ahead. God shares your tears and will hold you in His arms because he loves you so much and so do I.
Mathison Twigg
03/29/2015
I am very sorry for the loss of Noah's father. I never got the chance to meet him, but he will be missed by his family. We love Noah!
Bill Phillips
03/29/2015
I am sorry to learn of Teds passing, I worked with him for many years at ups. He was a good hard working man, My condolences to the family.
Dave Waugh
03/28/2015
So sorry to hear about Ted. We worked together as package car drivers at UPS...he always kept a positive attitude and was a good friend. He will be missed. Your family will be in our prayers.
John C. Schooley Jr
03/28/2015
Sorry to hear about teddy. Have not see him for ever,but when we were kids, we had alot of fun together. We even tipped a canoe over at aronlds park. Sorry again!!!!!
Evan Babcock
03/27/2015
I never had the chance to meet Ted, but I have gotten to know Noah well enough to know he comes from a great family. My condolences to the family.
Ralph & Joyce Vance
03/27/2015
We are so sorry to hear about Ted. We sure had some fun times over the years.
You all are in our prayers and we ask God to keep His loving arms wrapped around you.
We love you guys, Ralph & Joyce
Chris Webner
03/27/2015
Our family extends prayers and condolence for the death of Noah's dad, Theodore Ramsey. The Ramsey Family has undergone much with the extended health problems of Mr. Ramsey. Noah is a young man we are proud to know and thankful to have in our children's activities. Noah's fine qualities reflect the strength and kindness of his father and family.
Sincerely, The Webner Family