Susan (Sue) Alice Odle Ramey

Susan (Sue) Alice Odle Ramey (94 years old) graduated from this earth to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, July 22, 2015. She was born in Venice, Illinois, on August 30, 1920, to Lewis Corbett Odle and Malissa Mae Eggers Odle. Sue is survived by her husband, Jack Ramey of Panhandle, Texas, and her son, Dan Ramey and his wife, Mary from Houston, Texas. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren, Michael Ramey and wife Kenzie from Dallas and LeeAnn Ramey from Houston. She is also survived by a brother, James Odle and his wife Nellie from Arkansas and numerous nephews and nieces. Sue grew up in Potosi, Missouri, and shortly after high school graduation, she joined the Navy WAVES and proudly served her country during World War II. Sue participated in the American Campaign in such locations as Portsmouth and Camp Shelton in Virginia. She served in the Pacific Campaign in Oahu, Hawaii, at Aiea Heights Naval Hospital. During a train trip through Chicago on a leave from the Navy, she met Jack Ramey, also in the Navy, at the Dearborn train station. They were married at the First Baptist Church of Panhandle, Texas, on June 1, 1946. Jack and Sue had 69 wonderful years of marriage together. During her Panhandle years, she began working for A.J. Weiser as a tax accountant before joining her husband when they purchased the Gulf Oil Company distributorship in Panhandle. They worked in the business together on a daily basis until they sold the company and Jack retired to farming. Sue was an avid volunteer for school, community, and church events. Her volunteer responsibilities over the years included Den Mother for Cub Scouts, Treasurer for First Baptist Church – Panhandle, Love-In-Action Coordinator, and many other service opportunities as called upon. She was also a member of the Atheneum Club in Panhandle and held all levels of office including President. She enjoyed the company and friendship of the Atheneum ladies and their many events during the years. Sue had a heart for serving people. Whether it was people in the community, church, or her family, she always gave sacrificially of her time and energy. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was well known for her gardening, great cooking of meals, and baking Angel Food cakes. The family would like to thank the staff at Buckner Parkway Place Skilled Nursing Unit and the Buckner Hospice team for their extraordinary care for Sue. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the First Baptist Church of Panhandle, Texas Youth Activity Center Fund in memory of Sue Ramey. A private celebration of her life will be held in Houston, Texas, under the direction of Dettling Funeral Home. Interment will be at the Houston National Cemetery with Navy honor guards. “My sweet grandma, “Mama Ramey,” was truly one of a kind. She showed me how to love, be kind, and help others through her sweet spirit, giving heart, and unconditional love. She was an incredible wife, mother, grandma, and friend. I will miss her more than words can describe, but will celebrate a beautiful woman and a beautiful life. She’s my angel now! With so much love, LeeAnn.”

Susan (Sue) Alice Odle Ramey

August 30, 1920 - July 22, 2015