Paula Jo Ramsay

Paula Jo Ramsay, age 46, of Austin, Texas, mother, homemaker, and dyslexia therapist, died Tuesday, January 13, 2015, at Seton Hospital, of complications following a heart attack. Paula was born at Fort Polk Louisiana to William D. and Jo Ann Van Hoesen on July 16, 1968.

Growing up as part of an Army Family, Paula attended various high schools, including many years in Germany, and culminating in her graduation from Zweibrucken High School. Following high school graduation Paula completed her Bachelor Degree in Accounting Information Systems at the University of Texas San Antonio, and recently completed her certification through the Scottish Rite for teaching students affected by dyslexia.

A dedicated wife and mom, Paula has devoted her life to both supporting her family through various employment in information technology, her children's development and school activities, and helping others through her talents as a teacher. Paula has been a member of Grace Covenant Church.

Survivors include her husband, Stephan, daughter, Kristen Mae, son, Ryan Paul, father, William D. Van Hoesen, mother Jo Ann Van Hoesen, and brother, David Van Hoesen.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Grace Covenant Church, 9431 Jollyville Road, Austin, TX 78759. Burial will immediately follow at Austin Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of a floral tribute, please make Donations to the National Scleroderma Foundation.