Emma Jean Ramey

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.” Emma Jean Ramey, 94, went to be with the Lord during the early morning hours of Friday (July 29, 2016) with her two daughters by her side. Jean was born March 20, 1922 in Kingsport, TN to the late Charles & Maude Ketron. Jean enjoyed Bible study, spending time with her family, bowling, and working puzzles. Jean was a member of Blountville United Methodist Church for over 70 years, where she worked in the church’s nursery. Jean was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be greatly missed. In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jerry Ramey, Jr.; brother, Paul Ketron; and sister, Mary Ruth Purcell. Jean is survived by her daughters, Barbara Blair and Lisa Starnes-Horlacher & husband Charles; four grandchildren, Sandy Blair & wife Kimberly, David Allen Blair & partner Terry, Jason Starnes & wife Felicity, and Justin Starnes & wife Rachel; two great-grandchildren, Joshua Jerry Blair and Harley Rhea Starnes; four step-great-grandchildren, Austin, Christian, and Mekenzie Pendleton and Alexandria Blair; special great-niece, Christy Miller; special great-great-niece, Lauren Miller; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. The family will receive friends on Sunday (July 31, 2016) from noon until 2 p.m. at East Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral services will immediately follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of East Lawn Funeral Home with Pastor Susan Arnold officiating. Special music will be provided by Amanda Robinette and Laura Woods. Committal services will be held Sunday (July 31, 2016) at 3:00 p.m. in the Christus Garden at East Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be sent to Blountville United Methodist Church (3390 Hwy 126 Blountville, TN 37617).The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Amedisys Hospice for their loving care and support. Online condolences may be made to the Ramey family at www.eastlawnkingsport.com. East Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park has the honor of serving the Ramey family.