Franklin "Frank" Ramsey

Mr. Franklin Frank Ramsey, 70, of 454 Forbush Ave., Berlin, NH passed away on Wednesday May 4, 2011 at the Androscoggin Valley Hospital after a courageous battle of declining health. He was born in Berlin, NH on October 22, 1940 the son of the late Arthur and Rose Aimee (Taillon) Ramsey and was a lifelong resident. He graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1960 and served in the U. S. Army as a cook. He was later employed by the local paper mills for 42 years as a pipe fitter and, in the later years, as fire protection. His years in the mill were an enjoyment to him and he made many friends during this time. He took great pride in his job. Frank was also a call fireman for the City of Berlin. He married his loving wife, Doris (Baker) Ramsey, in 1968. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Veterans of Foreign War and enjoyed hunting, walking, puzzles, snow machining, reading and being with his family. His loving personality, his sense of humor, and his courage brought such joy to his family. He was a very loving caretaker to his wife and children and his joy was the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Doris (Baker) Ramsey of Berlin, NH: daughter Christine Lemoine of Berlin, NH; son Frank Ramsey and wife Kellie of Gorham, NH; son Steven Ramsey and wife Amy of Milan, NH: loving grandchildren Marisa and Michael Lemoine of Berlin, Brett Belanger of Gorham and an expected fourth granddaughter; a niece Kimberly (Ramsey) Henry of Brunswick, OH, who he loved as a daughter; siblings Joseph Arthur Pete Ramsey and wife Helen of Upton, MA, Priscilla Tremblay and husband Philip of Berlin, NH, Sylvio Ramsey and wife Laura of Dover, NH, Louise Lavertue of Rochester, NH and Julie Bilodeau and husband Gaston of Rochester, NH; his in-laws Lillian and Gilles Laramee and Bill and Claudette Bonney; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by siblings Lucien Gene and George. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anne Church of Good Shepherd Parish, 345 Pleasant St., Berlin on Tuesday May 10, 2011 at 11 AM. Interment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Anyone who wishes may make a donation in his memory to the Androscoggin Valley Hospital Cardiopulmonary Dept., 59 Page Hill Rd., Berlin, NH, 03570. The Bryant Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.