Daryl Dwight Ramsey

September 1, 1938 — March 15, 2025

Fontana

Daryl Dwight Ramsey, 86, of Fontana, Kansas, died Saturday, March 15, 2025, at his home. Daryl was born September 1, 1938, in Ottawa, Kansas, to Dwight Thomas and Ardella Catherine (Boysen) Ramsey. He graduated from Kincaid High School with the class of 1956. He then attended Fort Scott Community College.

On May 24, 1959, Daryl married the love of his life, Nina "Arlene" Hodgson, at Kincaid. During the 1960s Daryl was a member of the National Guard. Since 1965 Daryl has been a very active member of the La Cygne United Methodist Church, serving as board member, trustee, and adult and children Sunday School teacher.

Teaching and coaching were Daryl's passions. He completed his Master's in Education in Beaumont, Texas. He taught and coached for many years at Prairie View. He absolutely loved coaching, especially cross country. The Ramsey Invitational held each year at Prairie View is named in honor of Coach Ramsey. Daryl also enjoyed farming, hunting and fishing. He was a member of the NRA for many years. In his later years, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Daryl was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene Ramsey, on November 30, 2008.

Survivors include four sons; Dennis (Becky) Ramsey, David Ramsey, Darren (Julie) Ramsey, and Delbert (Helen) Ramsey; six grandsons, Adam, Patrick, Dane, Jonathan, Dalton, and Denver; three granddaughters, Caitlin, Darbie, and Devin; 15 great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Duane Ramsey, Deane Ramsey, and Dale Ramsey.

A Memorial Service will held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at La Cygne United Methodist Church. The family suggests contributions to the charity of the donor's choice. Friends and family may leave on line condolences at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

(Published in the Linn County Journal on April 30, 2025.)