Major H. Winfield Funeral Home | Steelton, PA

Obituary For Paul Ramsey

On Sunday, October 3, 2021, PAUL I. RAMSEY, 79, peacefully transitioned into eternal life with his family by his side. 24 hours prior, he escorted his only daughter, Jody to be wed stating “he would never miss this for the world”. He immensely enjoyed the time spent on Saturday with his daughter, family and friends. Paul was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Dorothy Ramsey and the late Irvin Grant. He was reared on the West Side in Steelton, Pennsylvania and lived there until the Agnes flood of 1972. In his youth, Paul attended Monumental African Methodist Episcopal Church in Steelton. In his later life, he visited Beulah Baptist Church in Steelton. His favorite song was “The Presence of the Lord is Here”. Paul received his formal education the former Steelton Hygienic School and on to the old Steelton High School. He played football while attending school. Having been together for 51 years, he married Ethel Hyde on October 15, 1980 and they were blessed to celebrate 41 years of marriage. During his working career, Paul was the Foreman of Majestic Window Cleaning for more than 18 years; he then owned and operated Ramsey Window Cleaning and retired with more than 35 years of service. To continue his legacy, he passed the business on to his son, Paul N. Ramsey. In his leisure, one of his enjoyment pleasures has been fishing. He has been fishing for more than 60 years, having been named “The Legend”. Paul was a serious fisher with more than 100 fishing rods; not to mention a tackle box as big as a suitcase. He also enjoyed hunting and playing pool. He loved watching Westerns as well as watching his favorite team, the Pittsburgh Steelers. He could be found watching every game during football season and even game repeats. Paul was a family man and enjoyed every moment of time spent with them. He loved his family and provided for them. He also loved cooking and could be found in the kitchen frying chicken and making “Paul’s bean soup”. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two of his sons, Anthony B. Ramsey and Paul Ramsey; his uncle, John A. Ramsey “Yock” who were reared as brothers. He leaves to cherish precious memories his wife of 41 years, Ethel Ramsey; his children, Ronnie Jackson (Chanel), Renaldo Jackson (Valerie), Jason Ramsey (Darlene), Shawn Pinder (Katrina), Rodney Ramsey (Taneisha), Paul N. Ramsey (Traci), Jody Davenport (Terrell); more than 40 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; a host of cousins, other relatives, friends and his dog, Daisy. Paul’s life will be celebrated on Saturday, October 9 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Major H. Winfield Funeral Home, Steelton with viewing and visitation from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. Live Streaming of the service will be available on Major H. Winfield Funeral Home’s YouTube page. COVID-19 Guidelines will be observed with face masks and social distancing for all attendees.

Guest Book

I remember when Uncle Paul used to always mess around with me every time that he got to see me whenever me and my parents and my brother and sister would go visit the family in PA. I really wish I could if been around a lot more so I could have gotten to know him better but either way I love you Uncle Paul and I always will forever and I will miss you so much. Love your nephew, Matthew Meals

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Uncle Paul was such a loving, kind, devoted fisherman and Father! In the absence of my Father - Paul was the one who gave me the love and light I never knew I needed at a young age. I will always remember him telling me "Cole, just sit still while out on the river", those were great time's! Though time has passed us by, I will always remember the monumental role he played as a male in my life. To Aunt Ethel, my sincerest condolences to you as his confidant, friend, and most importantly, his forever partner! I love you dearly! Love Always, Nichole Williams.

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My husband worked with Paul for many years. We remember Paul as a fine and upstanding man. Always smiling and laughing whenever we saw him. We lost touch with him. Praying for the Ramsey family for comfort and strength during this time. Charles and Mary Ellen Smith

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Rip Big Paul. Former Mohn St. neighbor Deb (Lehigh) Sultzaberger.

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RIP Paul. We just saw Ethel a few weeks ago. All the memories from Mohn street we had great times the good old days. You will be missed Paul. Now you & Uncle Butch can sit & talk again.

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Prayers to the Ramsey family hoping you find peace. Ron and Deb Watts (Former neighbors from Mohn street).

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So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Thoughts are with the family. Paul was a wonderful person and a Joker at heart.💔

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Sorry for the loss of Blg PauL we remember when he taught Dave how to do all the windows at Gettysburg 🙂Love Tinker and Kathy

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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