Obituary For Mr. Elijah Ramsey Jr.

Ramsey, Mr. Elijah "Sonny", Jr., a resident of Valley, AL, died Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at his residence.

Funeral Services are scheduled for Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. (EST) from Friendship Baptist Church Parking Lot, 309 Judge Brown Road, Valley, AL, Pastor L. C. Thomas, Eulogist and Rev. Vincent Sykes, Officiant. Davis Memorial Mortuary of Valley directing.

Interment with Military Honors is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. (EST) at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell, AL.

Public Viewing is scheduled for Monday, April 12, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. (EST) from Davis Memorial Mortuary Chapel.

Mr. Ramsey was a faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church in Valley where he served as Teacher and Superintendent of the Sunday School, Chairman of the Deacon Ministry, Grounds Keeper and in other areas where he was needed. He served his country in the United States Army for over 23 years, retiring with an Honorable Discharge.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Lula C. Ramsey; nine children, Emma (Jeff) Harper, Alzata (Eugene) Florence, Emmanuel (Thelma) Ramsey, Elijah (Inessa) Ramsey III, Tyrone (Debbie) Ramsey, Lewis (Kim) Chappell, Brenda Mahmmad, Laquita L. Ramsay and Vincent T. Ramsey; 40 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; sisters, Harriet Bates and Linda (Wilford) Towles; brothers, Ben Ramsey, Edward G. Ramsey, Alvin (Clemmie) Ramsey and Allen (Bernice) Caldwell; four sisters-in-law, Rose Rogers, Eloise Huguley, Frances Foreman and Mary (Bobby) Williams; two close friends, Glenn Eleby and Samuel "Sonny" Ross; and, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services by Davis Memorial Mortuary of Valley.

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Guest Book

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Ramsey our families has been friends for years. I pray for God's blessing and strengthen during this time.

- Deborah Walton

Worked with Mr. Elijah, a great man. RIP Mr. Elijah

- Danny Oliver

Prayers for the Ramsey family during this difficult time. -Brandi Quinton

- Brandi Quinton

Prayers for the family! Chad and Robin Butts

- Robin Butts

We are so saddened by the passing of Sgt. Ramsey. My husband always had the highest regard for him after having him for basic training in 1968. He credits Sgt. Ramsey with having saved his life in Vietnam with the personal training he gave his troops. We regret that we will not get to see him again, but will cherish the time we did have. Much love to you, Lula, and your family. Kathy and Sammy Stanton (Florida)

- Sammy Stanton

Words, no matter how kind, can't mend your heartache. However, those who care for you wish you comfort and peace of mind. Letha Stenson-Haupert The Stenson Family Society Hill, AL

- Letha Stenson