Charles "Char" Ramsey Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Charles Edward Ramsey “Char”, our son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2017, at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital, at the age of 53. A memorial service in Char’s honor will be held at New Hope United Methodist Church in Mecosta, on Friday, June 30th, at 11:00 AM with Pastor Greg Buchner officiating. Visitation will take place at the church one hour prior to the service. Char was born July 21, 1963, in Lansing, MI, the son of Charles F. and L. Diane Ramsey. He graduated with the Class of 1981 from Northville High School (Michigan) where he lettered in swimming and soccer. Char was also active in the Boy Scouts of America, becoming an Eagle Scout. After graduation, Char attended Western Michigan University until his near-fatal car accident at the age of 21. He suffered a traumatic brain injury and was left partially paralyzed. Although Char’s body had been affected by the accident, his spirit wasn’t. He was a fun-loving person that enjoyed helping others. Charismatic, charming, outgoing and a leader, Char could also be a trickster with a mischievous smile and personality. Left to cherish his memory are: his mother, Diane Larsen (Tom); father, Chad Ramsey (Gail); brother, Cam Ramsey (Linda); half-brother, Chase Ramsey; half-sister, Brooke Ramsey; step-brothers, Mike Larsen (Marilyn), Jeff Larsen (Angel), and Craig Larsen (Kim); step-sister, Lori Martin (Jason); niece, Emma Ramsey; and beloved dog, Gizmo. Char was preceded in death by: his grand-parents, Charles P. Ramsey, Jr., Arlene E. Ramsey, George E. Pritchard, Ruth H. Pritchard; and step-brother, Brian Larsen. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions to the Brain Injury Association of Michigan. Envelopes will be available at the church.

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Charles "Char" Ramsey

July 21, 1963 - June 5, 2017