Vera Katarina Ramsden,
Due to COVID-19 private family memorial services are planned for a later date.
Vera was born August 16, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois to Earl and Esther (Johnson) Carlson. She grew up in Chicago and graduated from Ridgewood High School. Vera attended Carthage College before beginning her work career. She married Bernard E. Ramsden on July 3, 1965 in Chicago, IL. They made their home in Franklin Park, IL. Following Bernie’s retirement, the couple retired to their home in Arkdale.
Vera enjoyed making crafts of all sorts, family genealogy, and riding ATV’s.
Vera was a member of the Monroe Prairie ATV Club.
Vera was preceded in death by her parents: Earl and Esther.
Survivors:
Husband: Bernard E. Ramsden of Arkdale, WI
Daughter: Kimberly (Lewis) Calgaro of Monroe Center, WI
Daughter: Kristen (Joseph) Oakey of Arlington Heights, IL
Grandkids: Riley Oakey and Nicole Calgaro
Further survived by her cousins in Sweden.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Dear Bernie, my deepest sympathy to you and the family. I truly loved Vera as my neighbor, my friend, my co-worker, and helping me during a very hard time in my life. She is now an angel in heaven.
So sorry Bernie for your loss. Wishing you God’s blessings and comfort in the days ahead.
So sorry Bernie 💔
She was such a beautiful lady. Will miss her
Bernie< I am so sorry for your loss. Vera was a sweetheart.
Dear Vera, my childhood next door neighbor.
You will be most sadly missed- you were always such a kind and fun person to be around-we had such fun times as kids in Newcastle Avenue in Harwood Heights. May God cradle you in His arms dear Vera.
You will be missed, Vera. You were Mike’s other big sister and honorary aunt to our kids. May God wrap you in his loving arms, and grant comfort to Bernie, Kim, Kristen, and the rest of the family.
A piece of my heart is gone with Vera’s passing. She will be missed forever. Much love to you, Kim, Kristen, Riley and Nicole. I’m here for you if you need anything.
Bernie, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful women.
Vera was a treasured person in my life who was like a second mother to me. She babysat my brother and I during grade school years and summers. Vera was warm and kind in spirit with a laugh that could wrap you in her joy. She was creative and loved to share that passion with the patience of a teacher. Heartfelt condolences as I know you will miss her dearly – Much love to you.