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Marguerite "Margaret" M. Rickerson-Ramsey, 88, left to be with her heavenly father on Sunday, January 10, 2010, after a long illness, surrounded by family, at her home in San Antonio. Margaret Ramsey was born on April 6, 1921 in St. Joseph, Missouri, to George and Mabel Rickerson of St. Joseph, Missouri, whom have preceded her in death. She was the youngest of four children. She was preceded in death by her two brothers Raymond and James Rickerson, she is survived by her sister Lousie East of St. Joseph, Missouri. In 1945, after a short courting, Margaret married W.C. "Doc" Ramsey. After Doc's service in the military they made San Antonio, Texas their home. On September 14, 1953 she gave birth to their first child, son, Terry L. Ramsey. Her second child, daughter, Dubney "Dodie" S. Lowery was born June 5, 1955. She was a kind and committed wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She devoted much of her time and energy as a caregiver to her family members. She enjoyed life and lived her life to the fullest. She performed secretarial duties for her husbands business, Ramsey Automatic Heating & Air Conditioning. Her interests included family, bowling, fishing, dancing, bunko, bingo, and walking along the beach collecting shells. Margaret brought enjoyment to so many lives, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her Margaret was preceded by her beloved husband W.C. "Doc" Ramsey October 9, 1992. Mother and Father George and Mable Rickerson of St. Joseph, Missouri. Brothers Raymond and James Rickerson of St. Joseph Missouri. Margaret Ramsey was survived by her son Terry L. Ramsey and Edie Allbritton of Spring Branch, Texas. Her daughter Dubney "Dodie" Lowery of San Antonio, Texas. Granddaughter Evann Ramsey and Daniel Ridner of Blanco, Texas. Grandson Samuel "Bodie" Lowery of San Antonio, Texas. Granddaughter Terryse Stille and Ricky Stille of Blanco, Texas. Granddaughter Jenci Lowery of San Antonio, Texas. Great-granddaughters Kylie Ridner and Brooke Stille. Sister Louise East of St. Joseph, Missouri. Sister-in-law Olive Behlke of Faribault, Minnesota. Dear friend Torrence Nicksic and her four legged beloved dog, Ming Toy. Services: Visitation will be held on Friday, January 15, 2010 from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Mission Park North Funeral Chapels North, 3401 Cherry Ridge, San Antonio, Texas 78230. Chapel service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 12:00 PM at Mission Park North Funeral Chapels North, 3401 Cherry Ridge, San Antonio, Texas 78230. Interment to follow at Mission Park Burial Park North, 20900 IH 10 West, San Antonio, Texas 78257. There will be a gathering for family and friends after the burial services at 9215 Pony Express, San Antonio, Texas 78255. Memorial contributions can be made in lieu of flowers to a charity of your choice. "Home Again, Home Again, Jiggity-Jig" – Marguerite Ramsey

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Marguerite M. Rickerson Ramsey

April 6, 1921 - January 10, 2010