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Elizabeth “Lizza” Bryan Ramsay

Birth	:	25 Aug 1833 Ross County, Ohio, USA
Death	:	2 Jun 1913 Fairfield, Jefferson County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Evergreen Cemetery, Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.0138600, -91.9562100
Plot	:	Old.P.239
Inscription	:	"Lizza" is the nickname used on the headstone inscription. Other sources have it listed as "Lizzie", both being nicknames for "Elizabeth".
Description	:	Elizabeth (a/k/a Lizza & Lizzie) M. Bryan was the daughter of Robert Bryan and Harriett McClelland Bryan. She and they are buried in the same plot in Evergreen cemetery in Fairfield, Iowa. Elizabeth was first married to Francis "Frank" Boyd on January 1, 1850. They had two sons, John H. Boyd and Francis "Frank" Boyd. Her husband died in 1853 and is buried in Moorman cemetery in Jefferson county, Iowa. Elizabeth then married to John P. Ramsay on March 6, 1856 in Jefferson county. John and Elizabeth used the "Ramsay" version of the family surname. Documents found... Read More	Elizabeth (a/k/a Lizza & Lizzie) M. Bryan was the daughter of Robert Bryan and Harriett McClelland Bryan. She and they are buried in the same plot in Evergreen cemetery in Fairfield, Iowa. Elizabeth was first married to Francis "Frank" Boyd on January 1, 1850. They had two sons, John H. Boyd and Francis "Frank" Boyd. Her husband died in 1853 and is buried in Moorman cemetery in Jefferson county, Iowa. Elizabeth then married to John P. Ramsay on March 6, 1856 in Jefferson county. John and Elizabeth used the "Ramsay" version of the family surname. Documents found in their probate files attest to their handwritten signatures using the "Ramsay" version. The Fairfield Daily Journal obituary for Elizabeth used the "Ramsey" version, which can obviously cause confusion. Children of John and Elizabeth: > William Patterson Ramsay; husband of Margaret Estella Campbell Ramsay (see: Margaret Estella Campbell Ramsay). They used the "Ramsay" surname in life but their respective headstones were engraved with the "Ramsey" surname after their removal from the Fairfield Abbey to the second addition of Evergreen cemetery. > Charles E Ramsay, exact DOB and DOD not known. Buried in his uncle Mungo Ramsay's plot in Old Fairfield City cemetery. > James Edward Ramsay (a/k/a James Edmond Ramsay per notation in the probate file of his mother) > Robert Elmer Ramsay > Harry Albert Ramsay > Adda May Ramsay Knight -------------- Fairfield Daily Journal Tuesday June 3, 1913 Pg. 2 Col. 3 OLD RESIDENT PASSED AWAY Mrs. Elizabeth Ramsey (sic) died last evening after a several weeks illness at her home, 502 West Kirkwood street. Elizabeth Bryan-Ramsey was the daughter of Robert and Harriett Bryan, and was born in Ohio, in 1843 (sic. 1833), coming with her parents to Iowa in 1849. The following year she was united in marriage with Frank Boyd. Two sons were born to them, John of Los Angeles, and Frank who resides in Jefferson county. While the sons were still in their infancy, Mr. Boyd died, and in 1856 Mrs. Boyd was married to J. P. Ramsey and made their home near and in this city together for nearly half a century. Mr. Ramsey passed away November 7th, 1910. Of six children born to Mr. and Mrs. Ramsey, three have preceeded their mother in death. Charles, who died in infancy, Mrs. Knihgt (sic. Knight), and Robert, the late husband of Mrs. Clara Ramsey of this city. Three sons survive their mother, William, Edward and Harry Ramsey, all of this city. Mrs. Ramsey was a woman of strong character who left a marked influence on those with whom she came in contact. The funeral services will be held at the late residence at 1:30 tomorrow afternoon and will be conducted by Dr. Thomas Osborn. -------------- The following is added on November 24, 2013 with transcribed text and as a photo; it is a touching tribute to the 50 years of marriage of John and Elizabeth Ramsay: Ramsay Golden Anniversary 1906 Fairfield Ledger – Weekly March 14, 1906 Pg. 3 Col. 2 & 3 GOLDEN WEDDING Tuesday, March 6th, relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. John P. Ramsay gathered at their home to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of their wedding. Four generations were represented. As the guests partook of a bounteous dinner, old times were talked over. The time passed all too soon and the guests departed leaving golden momentoes (sic) of their love and wishes for the future. Mr. Ramsay was born in Washington county, Penn., in 1832. He came to Iowa in 1848. Elizabeth Bryan was born in Ross county, O., in 1833, and came to Iowa in 1849. Mr. and Mrs. Ramsay were united in marriage in 1856 and all these years have made their home northwest of Fairfield. Ever ready to help the sick friends to those in need, it has been said by those who have known them that Mr. and Mrs. Ramsay were the best neighbors they ever lived by. They now enjoy the honor and blessings of a well spent life. (verse followed; certain indentations not retained in transcription due to formatting structure) A youth of Pennsylvania birth, With heart and life aglow, Turned his face unto the west, Some fifty years ago. One of Ohio's fair young maids, Whose aim was joys and smiles to sow, With her parents started west, Some fifty years ago. To Iowa's virgin soil they came, Although the pace was slow, For travel was not by express Some fifty years ago. By love's great law these two did pledge, Be it for weal or woe, To share each other's joys and griefs, Just fifty years ago. By toil and care and honor's law They sought the joys to know, The blessings of a well spent life, Through fifty years or so. Nor turned they deafened ears, To want or need or cares, But lived they by the golden rule, All through these fifty years. And now ‘mongst children, great and grand, They've taught true lives to grow, They live to bless and by them blessed, These fifty years all through. We pray that from God's bounteous hand, Rich blessing still may flow In greater measure than they did Some fifty years ago.

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Where is Elizabeth “Lizza” Bryan Ramsay's memorial?
Elizabeth “Lizza” Bryan Ramsay's memorial is located at: Evergreen Cemetery, Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA.
When did Elizabeth “Lizza” Bryan Ramsay death?
Elizabeth “Lizza” Bryan Ramsay death on 2 Jun 1913 in Fairfield, Jefferson County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.0138600
Longitude: -91.9562100

Family Members:

Parent

Robert Bryan

(1811 - 1897)

Harriet McClellan Bryan

(1812 - 1896)

Spouse

Frank Boyd

(1819 - 1853)

John P Ramsay

(1832 - 1910)

Siblings

Isaac Newton Bryan

(1838 - 1905)

Albert M Bryan

(1847 - 1923)

Children

Charles E Ramsay

(unknow - unknow)

Francis J “Frank” Boyd

(1850 - 1929)

John H Boyd

(1851 - 1917)

William Patterson Ramsay

(1857 - 1917)

James Edward Ramsay

(1861 - 1939)

Robert Elmer Ramsay

(1864 - 1912)

Harry Albert Ramsay

(1867 - 1928)

Adda May Ramsay Knight

(1869 - 1899)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Evergreen Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0138600, -91.9562100

2. Old Fairfield Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0148000, -91.9598000

3. Memorial Lawn Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0068000, -91.9805000

4. Switzer Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0368996, -91.9096985

5. Bradshaw Cemetery
Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9766998, -91.9032974

6. Roth Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9589005, -91.9574966

7. Bethesda Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0019000, -91.8796000

8. Smith Family Cemetery
Libertyville, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9972416, -92.0362857

9. Wheeler Cemetery
Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0797000, -91.9185500

10. Galliher Cemetery
Glasgow, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9666892, -91.8835038

11. Upper Richwoods Cemetery
Salina, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0602989, -91.8807983

12. Jefferson County Poor Farm Cemetery
Libertyville, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9416900, -91.9996200

13. Perlee Cemetery
Perlee, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0805750, -91.8993380

14. Pattison Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9444008, -91.9049988

15. Moorman Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0452995, -92.0622025

16. Wright Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9524000, -91.8728000

17. Antioch Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1002998, -91.9147034

18. Moyer Cemetery
Fairfield, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1046982, -91.9330978

19. Cumberland Cemetery
Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9248000, -91.9903000

20. Gregg Cemetery
Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0078011, -92.0811005

21. Salina Cemetery
Salina, Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0419006, -91.8330994

22. McCleary Cemetery
Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9892006, -92.0805969

23. Brooks Cemetery
Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0635986, -92.0693970

24. Thompson Cemetery
Jefferson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9155998, -91.9772034