"I will miss Ramona so much! I remember as a child she was so glamorous! The big eyes and lips and her hair, and most of all her smile---she was "all that!" Every year when I came back to Fairmount for James Dean Days she would be sitting there in front of the bank in her craft booth and would always have a warm smile and a hug---a welcome home for me--God bless you Ramona and all of the lives you touched! I will gladly carry your big hair tradition for you! Lee Ann"
In loving memory of
Ramona L. Draper
March 25, 1937 - August 12, 2011
Ramona L. Draper, age 74, of Fairmount, IN, died Friday August 12, 2011 at Lutheran Hospital Ft. Wayne. Ramona was a clerk at the Fairmount License Branch, had been the receptionist at Ginger Lee's and had also worked at Lumbertown South Marion Lumber and Byrd Lumber North Marion.
She was the daughter of the late Ivan Stroup and the late Elenora (Cox) Stroup.She was born onMarch 25, 1937 in Marion, Indiana.She graduated from Fairmount High School in 1955 and attended Ball State University.
Ramona was a member of the Fairmount Friends Church, Eastern Star of Fairmount and was a Guardian of Job's Daughters.She was a charter member of Phi Chi Epilson Soriority Alpha Alpha Chapter. She served on the committees for the Grand Opening of the Fairmount Town Hall and the Fairmount Post Office as well as the Fairmount Centenial Celebration and was also the President of the Fairmount High School Alummni.She was the owner of EK Gift Shop in Fairmount.
She is survived by One Son: Eric (Kim) Draper, Jonesboro, IN One Daughter: Kelly (Andrew) Van Ness, Swayzee, IN5 Grandchildren;Jamie (Brad) Hodupp, Jonesboro, IN Julia Draper, Fairmount, IN
Jerrod Draper, Jonesboro, INKathryn Van Ness, Swayzee, INMatthew Van Ness, Swayzee, IN
4 Great-Grandchildren;Brandi Brooklyn HoduppIke Ella Almeda Aunt and Uncle Phyllis and Howard Martz, Fairmount, IN
Funeral Service will be Wednesday August 17, 2011 at 10:30 AM at Armes-Hunt Funeral Home, 415 S. Main St., Fairmount, IN with Rev. Robert Stroup and Pastor Jackie Michaelson officiating. Interment will be at Park Cemetery, Fairmount, INFriends may call at the funeral home Tuesday August 16, 2011 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM
Memorial contributions may be made to Faith In Action or the Madison Grant Youth Basketball League or Fairmount Friends Church in care of the funeral home.
On line condolences may be made at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Kelly, Eric and family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was such a sweet and good person. She is at peace now. Thinking of you."
"Kelly,Eric and Family, So very sorry about the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful person. I have a lot of very fond memories of her back in the good old days. We sure shared a LOT of laughs. She had a wonderful laugh!! She will be missed so much. Thinking of you, Beth Liestenfeltz"
"We are so sorry to hear of Ramona's passing. We will be praying for your family during this difficult time. It is so devastating losing a parent but you just have to hold on to the memories and remember that she is in heaven having a glorious time! "
"Eric and Kelly. nothing hurts worst than looseing a parent. but you let their spirit guide you through the rough times. and believe me they do. my heart goes out to you. she will still lead you through life and your faith . my deepest sympathys go out to each of you."
"Kelly & Eric, I loved your mom so much and I will miss her. She was such a faithful friend to my parents and to me. We all are grieving with you right now. I will never forget her beautiful heart, big smile and many talents. We were all so lucky to have her in our lives. Wish I could have spent more time with her recently but I know she's up in Heaven probably decorating a place for us all to join... Much Love, Kelly"
"Kelly, Eric and Family, I am sorry to hear of Ramona's passing, she was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew her. My deepest sympathy to you and your families. Kim "
"Eric, Kelly, and Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of Ramona, she was such a special person and was an encouragement to us more than once through the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time."
"Eric, we know someday we might have to put ours parents to rest,and we don't want to think about it, but we know we must. I'am so sorry that now you have too, for I had to give my mother to the lord 2 years ago last week. People will tell you that its the holidays thats the worst, well you'll find out that everyday will be the worst for you. thats where you trust in the lord. That he has taken all her pain away, and it's now living in a better place. If you need to talk, you know how to get in touch. sorry again. Tim Musick & Family"
"Dear Kelly and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Keep the memries alive and know that she is in a much better place. If you need anything let me know!! Misty,Mike,Karleigh and Jordan Lent"
"Kelly and Eric, So sorry to hear about your mom; she was a beautiful, caring lady and great friend to my mom as well. So many memories."
"Your beautiful Mother is in her new body and resting in the arms of Jesus. I'm sure has already started a new project, taken care of many people and made many people laugh along with many other things. Your loss is great however heaven has gained. Doretta & Lowell"
"Kelly, Eric and Family, My deepest condolences for the loss of your Mother, Ramona. She will be terribly missed. Love, Carla Jo Cox"
"Eric and Kelly , and to all Mo's loved ones... My sympathy is for u all. but for Ramona rejoicing! She was always known to me as a gentle gracious woman, forever smiling with her lips and eyes! Her life is a treasured memory. God Bless u and comfort u all. Wish I could be there to hug u guys:/ Much love,Denise Hummer"
"Kelly and family, Just wanted to take a moment to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss. If you need anything at all or need help with transportation for Kate, just let us know. We are happy to help! Ross, Kaloha, Chelsea and Marina Allen."
"Kelly and Family, Unfortunately we never got the chance to meet Kelly's mom, but we are fortunate to call your family our friends. So with heavy hearts we grieve for your loss. Dan, Leanne, Mason, Regan, Clara and Ben Holthaus"
"Eric, sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, i know you and your family will surely miss her your were a great son, to your mother she is in a better place now god bless.."
"Kelly, Eric and family, You''re mother will be greatly missed in Fairmount. It was a joy to have her as a neighboor for so many years. I hold many memories of her near to my heart. The love and pasion she had doing her crafts...allowing all the kids to play b-ball in the driveway. Knowing that if she had, and someone needed, it was their''s for the taking was only one of the examples of her love and faith in God. In times like this, i know words are only a small comfort, but a bigger comfort comes in knowing one day you will see her again, and she will be just as you remembered her, before the pain and suffering. Love and prayers. Lewis Suttles"
"We were so sorry to read about the loss of your Mom. Our prayers and thought are with at this time ."
"Ramona was a highly respected and loved classmate who was always there for anyone in need. In fact, she called me just before she went in for her surgery as I had just gone through some serious health problems and she wanted to tell me that she was thinking and praying for me and to encourage me. I am on the mend and I told her that I would be thinking and praying for her during her upcoming surgery and that I would see her at the Museum Days and Fairmount High School Alumni activities in late September. You could always count on Ramona to take the lead when something needed done. She will be sorely missed by her family, classmates and numerous friends. Bob Sheets - Lake Placid, FL"