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Mary Ramseur Obituary

Mary Griffin Ramseur
Resident of Millbrae
Late of Millbrae and San Mateo County resident for 49 years. Entered into rest in Millbrae on August 10, 2016 surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Walter F. Ramseur for 25 years and the late Donald F. Griffin for 30 years. Loving mother of John Griffin of San Mateo, Mary Griffin Eid (Jeffrey) of Danville and Zachary Griffin (Peggy) of Oakland. Loving grandmother of Francis, Jo and Grant Griffin, Griffin Eid, Elizabeth Eid Owen (Rodney), Harrison Eid and Mercy Nakibuuka Eid. Loving stepmother of Gail Griffin Sredanovic of Menlo Park, Shari Ramseur and Steve Ramseur of Oregon.
A native of Yuba City, California. Age 84 years.
Kindergarten teacher at Frederick Burke School, SF and Skyline School, South SF. Served in elected public office 26 years, first on Millbrae City Council and then San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. Past President Association of Bay Area Governments, past Chair Metropolitan Transportation Commission, past member SF Airport Round Table, past President Nickerson Family Association, Chatam, MA. Founding Board Member, Hiller Aviation Museum, Board Member, SF Airport Museum. Member Millbrae Lions Club and Society of Mayflower Descendants.
Celebration of Life Saturday, August 20, 2016, at 10 am, First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame, 1500 Easton Drive, Burlingame. In lieu of flowers, donations welcomed to Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo, www.sanmateo4cs.org, or Hiller Aviation Museum, www.hiller.org.
Chapel of the Highlands, Millbrae
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View the online memorial for Mary Griffin Ramseur

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Aug. 14, 2016.
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Mary was a wonderful lady. Walt and
Mary were my landlords when I lived in San Mateo around 20 years ago or so. She was always extremely kind to us. I will always remember her for that. My love goes out to her family.

Paul Mansfield

Acquaintance

January 30, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I remember the Griffin family fondly and hope they are all well.

Debbie Morrissey - Mason

Neighbor

August 8, 2020

Sorry to hear of Mary's passing - she was a friend to our family, neighbor and all around great person.

Debbie Morrissey Mason

June 29, 2018

So sorry to hear about Mary. My best to her family. We were on the board of directors at Hiller Aviation Musuem for many years together and always found her a delight and positive in all circumstances... I know she will be missed by many folks. RIP Mary....

Robert

Robert Winter

August 22, 2016

Sending condolences to dear Walt and the Ramseur Family. Mary brought sunshine wherever she ventured, what a wonderful woman! Walt and Mary were two of the first community people I met when I moved to California from North Pole, Alaska. I will forever remember how she touched my life......

Many hugs and prayers!
Love, Roxanne

Roxanne Brewer

August 22, 2016

Dear walter, I, and many others, probably all of Millbrae knew and admired Mary.

I believe she 'spiced' up your life these past years ! So sorry for your loss.

June Armanino

August 16, 2016

For some moments in life there are no words for one who made such a difference in her life. A loving and caring women, a great friend of the airport and dedicated public servant. Condolences to Captain Walt and family members.
Regards and Respect Bob & Dee Norris

Bob & Dee Norris

August 16, 2016

Mary was an amazing woman and I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to her family on this sad occasion.

Benjamin T. Nickerson

August 15, 2016

Benjamin T. Nickerson

August 15, 2016

So sorry to hear of Ms. Griffin's passing. She was one of the many wonderful teachers I had at Skyline Elem. School. Her smile along with her kind and giving heart Will never be forgotten. Thank you Ms. Griffin for your many years of service. You will be fondly remembered. RIP..

Gina Di Ricco-Ohman

August 14, 2016

Phillippians 1:3. I thank my God everytime I remember you.

Thank You for the short time you have allowed me to care for you. It was a divine appointment.

You will be greatly missed but one day we will meet again.

Sally Kollerer

August 12, 2016

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1500 Easton Drive, Burlingame, CA

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