John Paul Ramsey, 80, of Akron, OH passed away peacefully on Oct. 27, 2026 with his children by his side. He was born on Oct. 30, 1945 in Ansted, WV.

On Oct. 5, 1965 John married the love of his life, Alberta. They were married for 60 years and had five children.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1965 to 1968. Following his military service, he built a long and respected career as a diesel mechanic. He worked for PPG Industries from 1965 until 1983, He continued his mechanical career at Portage Tool, where he worked from 1986 until his retirement in 2004. Throughout his career, he was valued for his skill, reliability, and commitment to his work.

John was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his five children; John D. Ramsey, Crissy Davis, Kelly (Chris) Conley, Katrina (Adam) McKelvey, and Holly (Jimmy) Ramirez. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, sister; Scarlett McGraw - along with his "adopted" daughter Myra Ollison.

John is preceded in death by his wife Alberta, his parents; John and Oretha Ramsey, brothers; Densil and Kyle Ramsey, sisters; Dora Conrad and Anita Carol Withrow, Grandson; Justin Witte, and best friend Norman Toler.

John will be remembered for being an amazing husband, father and grandfather. He was a hard worker that loved working on cars and basically anything he could with his hands. Never one to sit still, John was always showing his love by rolling up his sleeves and was always happiest with a tool in his hand and grease on his knuckles.

In accordance with John's wishes, he will be cremated. Private family services will be provided at the cemetery.