Kaitlin Elizabeth Ramey
Kaitlin Elizabeth Ramey, 38, passed away on Saturday, May 30th, surrounded by the presence and love of those who cherished her.
Kaitlin was extremely successful in anything she embarked upon and went on to become a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager at MDI. She adored all of her co-workers and was held in the highest of regards by anyone who worked alongside of her. She was self-made working numerous jobs to pay her way through college with an unmatched work ethic and an infectious determination to reach the top of her desired field.
Outside of work, Kaitlin loved her 2 precious little girls and gave every free moment of her time to ensure they would flourish. She was a rabid reader who consumed no less than 2 books a week and possibly the biggest Harry Potter fan that ever existed. Kaitlin never left the house without returning with a refill of unsweet tea and was regularly referred to by her Husband as “The Queen of the deal” never leaving a coupon unclipped or a clearance rack unchecked. She was absolutely adored by her Husband who will forever continue to be in awe of her compassion, grace, beauty, intelligence, foresight, thoughtfulness, and unrelenting ability to make him the absolute happiest man to ever be fortunate enough to marry far above his hopes and dreams. Her smile was always described by him as being “cheek to cheek” and as bright as the sun and as wide as her heart. Cancer may have taken her physicality from this world but her impact will forever remain in the eyes of all those lucky enough to have been blessed by her presence. Kaitlin had an undeniable spark that anyone within eye distance would easily and willingly be blinded by. That spark will continue to light the world in only the brightest of stars and within her two beautiful little girls with whom she transferred it to the moment they were born. For they are her and she is them and no suffering or cruelty that exists here can ever take that away. Although the world may always seem a little darker now, the light of her children will continue to guide the rest of us that remain in the days and years ahead. Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever here.
Kaitlin is survived by her adoring Husband Eric Ramey along with their two perfect little girls Emerie Ramey (7) & Ellary Ramey (3); her Daddy Don Clyde along with his girlfriend Lisa Farris; her Mother Kathy Kelley Clyde & Brother Patrick Clyde, her Sister-in-law Nikki Clyde along with their Daughter Ellie Clyde, Step-Daughter Dakota, & Nephew Tanner Clyde; her Mother-in-Law Pamela Ramey; her Grandparents Donnie & Ila Kelley alongside her many loving Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, & Friends. She was preceded in death by her Grandparents Dwight & Lavon Clyde along with her Father-in-law Tracy “Big T” Ramey.
A celebration of the time we all were blessed to have her among us will be held in the Magnolia Room at The Holiday Inn Conference Center: 3315 Ordway Dr. Roanoke, VA 24017 on Saturday June 27th, where we will joyously support one another and elevate her memory for the world to see. We will receive guests starting at 2:30pm with the celebratory remembrance starting at 4:00pm. Chef prepared Hors d’oeuvres will be served and available throughout along with Kaitlin’s favorite Bubble Cake Cupcakes. As we have chosen cremation to remove the lingering reminder of the disease that took her from us there will not be a casket present. We want to encourage you to feel comfortable to bring your children as Kaitlin loved them. Dress up. Dress Down. Come one. Come all. The one thing we would appreciate is if you are able to wear some sort of pink to honor her memory, even if it is a small amount. Please come and show her Children how much she was loved and admired as we hope in this more joyous setting it will bring them comfort during this very difficult time. Just know that your presence is all we really require.
We’ll cry. We’ll laugh. We’ll celebrate.
