MT.VERNON — Johnny Ramsey, 76, went home on Thursday, October 5, 2006. He was born on July 5, 1930. Mr. Ramsey served as a minister for 57 years, authored thousands of articles for Christian publications, spoke at close to 1200 gospel meetings, and was known as the “walking Bible.” Johnny recently battled with heart problems and diabetes that physically slowed him down but did not hinder his love and faith for the Lord. He is missed greatly by many.
He is survived by loving wife, Iris Ramsey of Mt. Vernon, TX; sons, Mark Ramsey and wife, Rita, and Dan Ramsey; daughters, Beth Gilzean and Julie Hope and husband, Ken; brother, David Ramsey; sister, Wilma Coleman and husband, Jack; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Monday, October 9 at the Centerville Road Church of Christ in Garland, TX with Bill Burk,
Mike Vestal and Don Walker, officiating. Internment was at Restland in
Dallas, TX.
Pallbearers were Ernie Alrecht, Gene Campbell, David McCain, Wayne Pickrel, Newman Bench, Karl Kessel, Weldon MIller and Jimmy Young.


