Ramey; Irvin Roosevelt – It is with great sadness that we, the family of Irvin Roosevelt Ramey, our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great – grandfather, announce his passing on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at the age of 99 years. Irvin passed away peacefully at Harbourview Haven Nursing Home in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia surrounded by his loving wife Geraldine and his family.
Born in Buckfield, Queens County, he was the son of the late Hastings and Lillian (Hartlen) Ramey. He was the last surviving member of his family.
In his early years he was a woodsman, farmer, transport truck driver and then worked at Bowater Mersey Paper Company for 32 years, retiring in 1988. After retiring he still loved to cut logs and wood. He also enjoyed many hobbies, especially fiddling and square dancing. He loved playing his fiddle alongside his wife on keyboard at nursing homes. He was a member of the Lunenburg County Fiddlers Club. He also loved to bowl, play golf and salmon fish. He enjoyed many card games and crokinole games with family and friends. Irvin was a devoted family man who always put his wife and family first, providing for them with hard work, love and pride. He was a faithful Christian, a member of Buckfield Baptist Church for many years and in later years joined the Bridgewater Baptist Church.
Irvin is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 74 years Geraldine (Joudrey); his daughters Gloria (Robert) Winship of New Minas; Debbie (Cyril) Mailman and Sharon (Avon) Croft both of Chelsea and son Reg of Halifax. 6 grandchildren Tanya Ramey of Bridgewater; Jeff (Rosella) Winship of Cole Harbour; Craig Mailman of New Germany; Deanna (Brent) Spindler of Starrs Point; Ryan (Nadine) Mailman and Cory (Sarah) Croft both of Auburndale. 8 great grandchildren Kiana Baron, Ethan and Liam Spindler, Lucas Winship, Peyton and Dylan Croft, Avery and Carson Mailman.
Besides his parents, Irvin was predeceased by his son Donald Irvin, brothers Milton and Gordon, sisters Muriel Freeman and Dena Ramey.
A Celebration of Irvin’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023 at the Bridgewater Baptist Church. Visitation will take place from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. with Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. followed by a reception in the Church foyer. Interment will take place in Pine Rest Cemetery, Greenfield, Queens County, Nova Scotia. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Irvin may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, the Bridgewater Baptist Church or to Harbourview Haven Nursing Home. To share memories or condolences please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
Irvin spent the last year at Harbourview Haven Nursing Home. The family wishes to thank the staff for their kind and compassionate care of their beloved husband, dad and grampie. Also we would like to acknowledge their kindness to the family during such a difficult time.
Irvin enjoyed a long and blessed life and we are so very thankful for him. Now we know that he is rejoicing in heaven with his Heavenly Father and enjoying a sweet reunion with his dear son and loved ones. We will surely miss your presence. Rest in peace until we meet again – We love you !!
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Myrna Crouse
To Aunt Geraldine & family,
So sorry to hear of Uncle Irvin’s passing. He was a great uncle and husband and dad to all of you. Loved his jolly laugh and loved to hear him play his fiddle. He loved it and no trouble to tell how much he enjoyed playing it. Remember all the good times and years you’ve spent with him and all the good laughs you shared. I imagine he and my mom along with the rest of the family are sharing good times again. I pray God’s blessing upon all of you as you mourn his loss but he is in a much better place now with no aches or pains and enjoying our Lord’s fellowship. Take care and hope to see you all on Tues.
Prayers and love from niece and cousin Myrna
Cathy and Randy Conrad
So sorry to read of Irvin’s passing, Dad and my brother both worked with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynne Elaine Wolfe
Dear Geraldine and family I cant tell how sorry we were to read of Irvin’s passing God Bless And love Richard and Lynne
Marlene Hunt
So sorry for your loss.he had a great life Boardie use to enjoy bowling with him. God bless
Carolyn Bolivar-Getson
My sincerest condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a wonderful man. I always enjoyed listening to him entertain at many venues.
Lewis & Darlene Bowmaster
Dear Geraldine & family ,
So sorry to hear of Irving’s passing,he always had a beautiful smile . No matter where we saw u guys u always had time for a chat & a big hug for us .We have wonderful memories of Irving .
Love Lewis & Darlene
Leigh and Cathy Merry
To the family sorry to hear of Irvins passing.Such a kind soul I remember them coming to entertain the residents at NQNH.Hold on to all your sweet memories of him and take care .
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Paul and Gloria Whynot
Our condolences to the family,
My dad Ray worked at Bowater’s with him and than later my husband Paul. They always spoke fondly of him. Our condolences to the family. He will be missed.
Paul and Gloria
Lori Craig
Sharon and family, our condolences for your families loss, May he rest in peace.
Barbara McIsaac
Gloria and Bob: So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and all of your family. Feel the hugs! Barb and Mike
Valerie Lenethen
Geraldine, Gloria, Debbie, Sharon and Reg and families,
Sincere condolences on the passing of your husband and father. Whenever I saw Irvin he had a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. I have great memories of him and your family from days past. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Betty & Bradford Cunningham
Our condolence to Geraldine and Family
We loved Irvin and Geraldine. They we wonderful people and an excellent neighbor. Sorry to hear of Irvin’s passing.
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
We are very sorry to learn of Irvin’s passing. He was a wonderful, friendly gentleman. Treasure the memories. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Byron Whynacht
Geraldine and family; My condolences to all the families . Irvin lived a long and enjoyable life. Its a wonderful thing that you were together nearly 75 years. R.I.P Irvin.
Marilyn Huskins
Geraldine : Sorry to hear of Irvin”s passing. He sure lived a very long life and enjoyed doing so much, Lyman always enjoyed talkling to him about woods work at square dances .
Prayers and sympathy.
Marilyn Huskins
Barry C. Clattenburg
Geraldine I am sorry to be reading of Irvin’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Susan Pyke Whynot
Geraldine, please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilyn Collie
Geraldine, I am so sorry to read of Irvin’s passing. I always enjoyed playing fiddle with both of you, you both always brought smiles and happiness to the group. I pray God’s blessings and love for you at this difficult time.
Allan & Bonnie Finck
Geraldine and family, So sorry so read of Irvin’s passing. We have fond memories of him, always a smile and enjoyed chatting with him. He was one of the folks in the community you knew was hard working, a family man….set a good example for us kids growing up. Please know pur thoughts and prayers are with you all. Cherish your memories.
Willie Bowmaster
Prayers and Heartfelt Sympathy to all of Irvins Family and Friends. He lived a good long life and may he rest in peace.
Eleanor Crowell
Geraldine and Family,
Our Sincere Condolences to you and your family at the loss of our Dear Irvin. We enjoyed so many good times with you both at the Lunenburg County Fiddlers entertaining at many events. Geraldine, you have so many memories of the many good times you and Irvine enjoyed together. God bless Irvine.
Jim and Eleanor Crowell
Cora Aulenbach
Dear Geraldine and family.
My sincerest condolences for you and your family at this time of sorrow. Irvin had a winning smile and a friendly manner, and will be missed by so many. It is hard to picture you, Geraldine, without him as you were always together. You had a good, long marriage and were so blessed.
May you find peace, comfort, and all the love you need in the days to come. Blessings and hugs.
Cora
Karen Parnell-Herrick
My deepest sympathy to Geraldine and the family. Irvin was a most gracious man, a treasure, and I remember him well growing up in Greenfield. Please know that my thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
To all of Irvins family I send my regrets, Irvin was a great guy to deal with over the years.bless you all.
Jim&Joan Prince
Gloria and Bob We are so so sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing.What a beautiful full life he lived.Please pass on our condolences to your family..love Jim and Joan Prince
Corina Huphman
To the Family…always enjoyed your musical visits at Hillsview…the residents really enjoyed your music and visits also…GOD BLESS
Holly and Philip Smith
Dear Geraldine and all the family,
I’m sending my deepest condolences to you as you say goodbye to Irvin. He truly was a wonderful gentleman; always so congenial and a pleasure to meet. And Geraldine, you two made such a perfect pair! I’m so glad you and the family had Irvin with you for so long.
This past winter we drove out through Buckfield, Wellington and area, and as we passed your old home, and Jean and Eldridge’s, it sure brought back memories from my childhood….
May Irvin rest easy now, and may you all find comfort in your memories , and peace.
Thinking of you all!
Holly (Lewis) Smith
Ross ,Ginny and family
Sorry to hear about your loss our thoughts are with you.
Roy & Cathy Uhlman
Dear Geraldine & family, Our sincerest condolences for you all. We will always remember Irvin as a dear, dear man. Always friendly and kind. We loved to hear you both play the fiddle and the keyboard, and will always remember the blessing of having you play for our 25th wedding anniversary many years ago. It was an honour to share that time with you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God’s comfort and peace be with you, Roy & Cathy
Ray &Evey Wolfe
Sorry to hear about Irvin. Work with him at the mill. Please accept our condolences
Mike and Louann
I had the pleasure of meeting this man and his wife, very sweet folks. To Sharon and Debbie we are sending our condolences. We know they were loved. God Bless to you all and may your dad RIP.
Vera Fancy
Geraldine and family, Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leaman and Vera Fancy
Helen Lilly
To Geraldine & Family.
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Irvin this past week.
My thoughts & prayers go out to you all at this sad time.
Rest iIn Peace Irvin..