Trudie Ramsey

Trudie Ramsey passed to eternal life April 2, 2023 after numerous health issues over the past few years. She was born in October of 1943 in Wilmington, Delaware, the oldest child of James J. and Catherine Helmetag McKeough. She attended Mount Pleasant High School. She was a competitive swimmer, and she and her sister swam many miles at local pools and at the lake at Eagles Mere, Pennsylvania where the Helmetag family had maintained a long term presence.

Trudie attended Drexel University where she majored in textiles and home economics. This was fitting as she was a great seamstress, knitter and into arts and crafts. A few years after graduation, Trudie, her husband Bob and her beloved daughter Megan lived in New Jersey. For the last 30 years, they had a beautiful home overlooking Birchwood Lakes near Medford. They loved the Jersey shore, and they had a darling cottage in Cape May Point for many years. They also liked to travel—often to Colorado and to the Keys and Anna Maria Island in Florida. Trudie worked many years for the Philadelphia school district, originally as a home economics teacher, but then she was placed in charge of installation and maintenance of computers in her school. She received many recognitions for her dedicated work. She was tough and she survived lymphoma with extensive chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant some 15 years ago.

The family appreciates the excellent and compassionate care by Brightview at Greentree over the last three years, and it was the devoted service of Darlene Cirafesi and Kelly Kinkade who provided companionship that made her life so enjoyable during this time. The family also appreciates the services of Lisa Foster who kept things on-track.

She is predeceased by her parents, an infant brother, her husband, Robert (Bob) Ramsey Jr. and her brother James McKeough, a special needs person, who received loving care from Elwyn Institute and the family, especially Trudie and Bob. She is survived by her sister, Kay McKeough of Houston, Texas and her daughter, Megan O’Neal of Campbell, California, from a previous marriage along with several cousins. She was such a caring person, and it is now for her to be taken care of by the angels.

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In lieu of flowers, contributions in Trudie’s honor may made to Elwyn Institute, 111 Elwyn Road, Elwyn, Pa. 19063.

A Celebration of her Life will be held this summer.

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Linda rogers writes,

Trudie and I met the first day of junior high school 69 years ago. There are so many memories and I have been so fortunate to have been part of her life. My sympathy to Kay and megan

04/06/2023 12:02 pm

Michael and Anita Osmian writes,

We were very sorry to hear of the death of Trudy. I worked with her for many years at Bodine High School in Philadelphia. She was a great teacher and a good friend to Anita and I. She will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the family. Michael and Anita Osmian

04/09/2023 09:40 am

Carol Skolnik Czitrom writes,

After our 50th high school reunion , Trudie (and hubby,(Bob) visited frequently and even went to the Philadelphia Art Museum together. Trudie was there for me after Storm Sandy . We lost touch over the last few years. Rest in Peace Dear Friend.

04/10/2023 02:58 pm

Kelly Kinkade lit a candle and writes,

I had the pleasure of spending time with Trudie this past year. Regardless of how she felt or what she was dealing with she was always in good spirits. I will remember Trudie fondly and cherish the snapchat videos and pictures from our days together. My deepest condolences to Megan and Kay. May she rest in peace.

04/12/2023 05:26 pm

Fran Johnson lit a candle and writes,

Rest In Peace dear Trudie - there are so many wonderful memories of times together with you and Bob, Ron and I and Jane and Bob in Cape May, Eagles Mere, Christmas concerts in Philadelphia and dinners in South Jersey to be thankful for but we miss you and your happy spirit so much ❣️‼️

05/01/2023 07:50 pm

Anne Ferguson lit a candle and writes,

Dear Kay and Megan, I just learned of Trudie’s death, and I am very saddened. She and I go back to Drexel days, and we have kept in touch through the years. I missed hearing from her these past few years. I have very fond memories of Trudie, going to their house in Cape May, meeting her for lunch at the Robin’s Nest, visiting her and Bob at their home on the lake. She was a very special lady. I hope that your memories of her will bring a smile to your face! Sincere sympathies to you both. Anne (Parsons, Oleynick) Ferguson

08/04/2023 11:09 am

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08/04/2023 04:05 pm

Barbara Nuessle writes,

I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Trudie’s passing. After Bob passed away, Warren and I lost track of Trudie. We became friends at a dune beach planting in Cape May Point where we both had summer homes and rentals. We both enjoyed our escape weekends during the fall and spring weekends when we worked on our homes and enjoyed dinners at each other’s homes or restaurants. Trudie was a fabulous cook as well as a great teacher and artist. Bob took great care of Trudie after she was injured at her school when a storm window fell on her head. He also helped her through her Cancer recovery. Then, she helped Bob though his fatal fight with COPD. After she retired to Medford and after Covid, we lost track of Trudie. I so wanted to renew our friendship, but when I searched for her tonight, I came upon her Obit. My husband and I are both deeply grieved to learn it is too late. Sending our condolences to her daughter and sister. Barb & Warren Nuessle

10/17/2024 09:19 pm

Barrett Gray writes,

I was saddened to learn of the passing of a longtime guest and friend of Boyce’s Motel, Trudie Ramsey. Though some time had passed since her last visit, Trudie remains warmly remembered here. I had just Googled her to see where she may be now when I sadly came across her obituary. Trudie and her husband, Bob, were the kind of guests you always looked forward to seeing again—genuine, kind, and full of thoughtful charm. Trudie had a wonderful way of making you feel like you were part of something special. She often shared stories about her beloved Cape May cottage and, with a sparkle in her eye, would offer gentle suggestions about little touches I might consider for the rooms at Boyce’s. Her ideas always came from a place of love and appreciation for simple beauty and comfort, and I cherished those conversations. We feel lucky to have had Trudie and Bob as part of the Boyce’s family for many years. Their visits left a lasting impression—one of warmth, generosity, and grace. We send our heartfelt condolences, although very late, to her loved ones and will fondly remember her presence here in Stonington. With sympathy, Barrett Gray Boyce’s Motel

07/26/2025 03:59 pm

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