Carlene Cosby Ramey age 73, of Drakes Branch, VA passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Evelyn King; and a sister, Kay Taylor.
Carlene is survived by Douglas Ramey; two daughters, Loretta Ramey and Lisa Shook (Greg) all of Drakes Branch, VA; four grandsons, Travis Parrish, Sean Parrish, RD (Devon) Ramey, and McKinley Ramey all of Drakes Branch, VA; five great-grandchildren, Kennadie Howerton, Rebecca Parrish, Aiden Ramey, Ean Cassada, and Kaylie Cassada; one niece, Margarite Hitt of Orange, VA; one nephew, Charles Taylor, Jr. (Melanie) of Goochland, VA; and a vast of other family and friends.
Carlene was best known as Memal to many. She was well known in the county from working at Palmers Grocery and Red Bird Mini Mart for many years.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, October 4, 2024, at the Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, VA with interment to follow in the family cemetery Drakes Branch, VA. The family will receive friends at the Browning-Duffer Funeral Home on Thursday, October 3, 2024, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, VA is in charge of arrangements.
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Peggywagstaff
I am so sorry for yall loss, losing your Mom is tough! hugs and prayers!
Penny Ramey
to Loretta,Lisa,and Doug my heart goes out to you guys and to the rest of the family carlene was a good person and friend and I’m so sorry I won’t be there I have no ride but I keep you in my thoughts and prayers I love you guys stay strong and keep your faith love y’all
Penny Ramey and family
Robin Manley
Lisa and Loretta your mom was loved by everyone she met. I’m glad that I was fortunate to met her and love her and that I could call a true friend!
John Henry and Janice Noblin
Loretta and Lisa and family I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Carlene may God comfort you all during this difficult times
Margaret Shifflett
Loretta and Lisa so sorry for your loss so thankful I have know a friend like her she was my best friend always family love you all I’m here for you both .
Dorothy Marie Ward
condolences to yall ladies. yall had the sweeties mom in the world.
Amanda Bryan
Loretta and Lisa I’m so so sorry for your loss. I’ve always looked at you’re family as mine and love you all deeply. Carlene will truly missed. She was a good woman, mother, grandmother and friend to many. I wish I could be there, my heart goes out to you all and family. Love y’all.
Sandra Mohr
Lisa, Loretta, Doug and Family, I am deeply saddened for the loss of Carlene. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time of grief and mourning. She will be missed. I will miss her so much. Our phone calls and her saying … I’m just checking on you. A very beautiful lady inside and out. I’m blessed to be her friend . Rest my friend . The depth of sorrow you must be feeling, but I hope that my words can offer some comfort.She loved her family with her whole heart. Love to all.
Tonya Cooper Smith
So many childhood memories of Carlene and Mama and my brothers and Loretta and Lisa. I can hear the country music in the car, we were one big family. Carlene carried us every where ,always fun. Thank you for the memories Carlene, love you always .Rest in Peace
Mary (Ney) Worthington
So sorry to hear of Carlene‘s passing, she was a kind and loving person.
Love and prayers to her children, she left a wonderful legacy.
Brenda (Ney) Carter
I’m so sorry to hear about Carlene. Sending love and hugs to the family.
John Szurek
i am truly saddened to learn of Ms. Carlene passing. You were so helpful and courteous to me when we worked together at Red Bird Convenience Store together. Your love for your family was a inspiration and so obvious with the way you spoke of them with such praise and love. My condolences to all of the family and Douglas.
Patricia Felker
I was so saddened to see Carlene ‘s obituary on Facebook. It seams like yesterday I had seen her at the Red Bird. She was a very sweet lady with a smile always on her face. My condolences to her family and dear friends. She will definitely be missed by many.