of Batesville, AR
December 17, 1934 - September 16, 2016
Martha Lynn Ramey Taylor of Batesville, Arkansas entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 16, 2016.
She was born in Kingsport, Tennessee on December 17, 1934 to Paul Emmitt and Martha Jewel (Whiteman) Ramey.
Martha enjoyed reading, cooking, and spending time with her family. She was a devout member of the First United Methodist Church of Batesville, where she was active in the United Methodist Women, the Chaney-Huddleston Sunday School Class, the Thursday morning Women's Bible Study, Altar Guild, and was a founding member of the Sonshine Ministry.
Professionally, Martha served the State of Arkansas by working as a Deputy Circuit Clerk in Independence County from 1979 to 1996.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jewel and Paul Ramey; sister, Carol Wood; brother, James ''Bud'' Ramey; and another sister, Mary Angela Beuris.
Martha is survived by her husband of 58 years, John A. Taylor; daughter, Sherry Hankins and husband, Bruce of Batesville, AR; son, John A. Taylor Jr. and wife, Stephanie, of El Cajon, CA; daughter, Diane Rix and husband, Scott, of Memphis, TN; grandchildren, Evan Paul Taylor of San Diego, CA and Sheena Robinson of Charlotte, NC; and two great-grandchildren. Other survivors include her sister, Ruth Fox and husband, Bud, of Kingsport; brothers, Tom Ramey and wife, Lucy, and Phil Ramey and wife, Debbie, all of Kingsport, TN; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church in Batesville with Rev. Justin Ledbetter officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Pallbearers will be Mike Wilson, Larry Sandage, John Ellis, David Smith, Tim McKinney and Raymond Simmons. Honorary pallbearers are the United Methodist Women, Thursday Morning Bible Study, and the Chaney-Huddleston Sunday School Class.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 615 E. Main Street, Batesville, AR 72501
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11 Condolence(s)
Sam A. and Nevilla Morrell
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
John and family, we are sorry for your loss and offer prayers for your grief during these difficult hours. We knew the Ramey family well in the early years Think of you a lot since our short stay in Batesville. God Bless!
Glen & Mary Ann McMullin
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Martha was such a sweet soul and she will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff & Anne Mills
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you all as you go through this difficult time.
Brenda/Bill Bobrosky
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
John and Family - We have been a close family with you all for 40 years and this is hard to hear - I have loved Martha so much - We are out of town and will not get home for the services but you all will be in thoughts prayers and have our love - Bill Brenda Tim and Kim
Brant and Kathy Handford
Monday, September 19, 2016
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts are with your family at this time.
Brant and Kathy Handford
Stephanie Taylor
Monday, September 19, 2016
Even though I cannot be with the family during this very sad time you will always be in my thoughts.
Jenneal Runsick
Monday, September 19, 2016
Sherry, Bruce, and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. May your wonderful memories comfort you during this difficult and sad time. My prayers are with you.
Jettie Wallace
Monday, September 19, 2016
Diane I am so sorry for the lost of your mom.
But just know that I am thinking & praying for you and your family. Even though your hearts are broken may God give you peace in knowing that she is with him.
Love you,
Jettie
Mary Vickers
Monday, September 19, 2016
Diane, I am so very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love ya, girl.
Jerry Branscum
Saturday, September 17, 2016
When I was working as an abstracter in Batesville in the nineties, Martha was working at the Clerk's office. She was a real sweet lady. Sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers for all.
Jim pat and Karen sisk
Saturday, September 17, 2016
Sherry and family I am so sorry for your loss. Ya will be in our prayers. 🙏Amen and amen