CONCHITA GARCIA

OBITUARY

Conchita Garcia Ramsey, affectionately known as Connie, Grandma, Mema, Chee, and Chita, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, godmother, and friend.

She was a loving, kind, generous, and strong woman whose greatest joy was her family and the people she loved. Her warmth, humor, faith, and generous spirit touched countless lives and left behind memories that will be treasured forever.

Connie valued education and was always interested in learning. She attended the University of Pittsburgh and studied computers at McDonnell Douglas in St. Louis, Missouri, developing skills that became an important part of her professional life. She worked in data processing and computer provisioning at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, serving as a hospital administrator. It was during her professional life that Connie met Reverend Brenda J. Gregg. What began as a professional relationship grew into a beautiful, lifelong friendship. Their bond extended far beyond the workplace, and Connie became the Godmother of Reverend Gregg's daughter. Their friendship was a special part of Connie's life and a testament to the meaningful relationship they formed.

Connie shared a beautiful 50-year marriage with her beloved husband, Rod. Together, they built a life filled with love, family, travel, laughter, and unforgettable experiences. Their years together created a lifetime of cherished memories. Family was at the very heart of Connie's life. She adored her one and only daughter, Buffy, and treasured the blessing of being a mother and grandmother. She loved her grandchildren deeply and shopping for all of them. Her grandson Gio was Grandma's pride and joy. Her granddaughter Jada she was extremely proud of.

Connie loved family and friend gatherings. Her backyard cookouts were legendary, filled with good food, laughter, music, and family. She had a special gift for making people feel welcome and creating an atmosphere where everyone could relax, eat, laugh, and enjoy one another.

Connie loved summer vacations. Some of her most memorable adventures took place at Lake Erie, where she and Rod enjoyed being out on their boat fishing. Family and cousins would gather as well. There were always fish to catch, stories to tell, laughter to share, and good memories.

Connie was a devoted Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She loved watching and talking about football with her nephew Mark. Connie had a great love for travel. She enjoyed seeing different parts of the world, experiencing new places and cultures. Her travels took her to Hong Kong, Brazil, Italy, Paris, and many other destinations.

Connie found joy in listening to music, reading her Bible, crossword puzzles, watching Family Feud, and spending time on her computer buying all kinds of things for her grandchildren.

Her faith was an important part of her life, and she enjoyed watching church service online every Sunday, remaining connected to worship and the Word of God. Connie was a wonderful cook and baker. She especially enjoyed the holidays. Connie had a special love for her pets cherishing her beloved Jinx and Copa.

She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love family, faith, laughter, strength, generosity and cherish memories. Among those who loved and cared for Connie was her exceptional caregiver, Kenny, who became like a son to her. His devotion, love, and commitment to Connie were evident in the way he cared and supported her through her final years.

Connie was a true fighter, but when the time came, she knew she had fought long and hard enough. With her faith in God and her heart at peace, she was ready to go home and be with the Lord.

Conchita was preceded in death by her parents Mamie Olive Powell & Pablo Garcia. Siblings (Patricia, Barbara, Thomas, Allen, Gary, and Richard.

She leaves to mourn her devoted husband of 50 years, Roderick Ramsey; her beloved one and only daughter, Shawn Harris-Landrum also known as Buffy, (Son in Law- Jerome) Two Sisters-Toi Garica and Robin Powell-Dillard. Affectionate Son-Troy Shepherd (Charren), Cherished daughters Hope and Rose, Beloved God-daughter Bryanna Gregg (BJ). Grandchildren: Kenneth Giovonni Garcia (Gio), Jada, Dorian, Donald, Kirsten, Ramera, Shontel, Montell. Great Grandchildren: Kammy, Gia, Charlie, Jaden, August and Montana, as well as a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.

I’ve Only Gone Ahead 

I’ve only gone ahead of you, To where the angels sing. I’m resting in God’s loving care, Beneath His gentle wing. Don’t think of me as gone forever, For love can never end. I’ll wait for you in Heaven, Until we meet again.

Acknowledgments

The family of Conchita Garicia- Ramsey acknowledges with grateful appreciation the many kind acts of sympathy and love extended during their time of bereavement.