of Yellville, AR

April 6, 1943 - December 28, 2024

Carl Ancil Ramey, age 81, of Yellville, Arkansas passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024 at Baxter Health in Mountain Home. Born on April 6, 1943 in Yellville, Carl spent his entire life in the town he loved. Carl was a Baptist and was a member at the New Hope Church.
A self-taught and accomplished gunsmith, Carl was a cornerstone of the Yellville community, known far and wide for his craftsmanship and ingenuity. He held three patents for machinery and left a legacy of innovation and hard work. Many locals fondly recall time spent in his shop, where Carl's talent and kindness left lasting impressions.
Carl's greatest joy was his family, especially his grandchildren. One treasured memory is of Carl carrying his granddaughter, Brandy, on his back as they roamed the cow field-a tradition that earned him the beloved nickname "Cow Caw," used by all his grandchildren.
Carl is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Shelia Ramey; his sons, Tony (Kathy), Robert (Alicia) and Scott (Susie) Ramey; his grandchildren, Brandy (Dalton) Crites, Dalton (Laura) Ramey, Tyler Ramey, Ryan (Sabrina) Ramey, Landon (Anna) Ramey, Maxwell (Bayley) Ramey and Kyler (Lynda) Johnson and his great-grandchildren, Layton Crites, Logan Crites, Kamrie Crites and Adelaide Ramey; with one more great-grandchild expected in June. He is also survived by his siblings, Paige Bradford, Mona Preston, Virginia Griffin and Bill Ramey.
Carl was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ruth Ramey; his brother, James Ramey and his sisters, Ruby England, Guila Swigart, Maxine Jenson and one infant sister and one daughter in law, Rhonda Ramey.
Carl will be deeply missed, but his quick wit and deep intellect will live on in those who loved and knew him best.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at the Roller-Burns Chapel in Yellville. Arrangements are under the care of Roller-Burns Funeral Home.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Burns Funeral Home
725 North Panther Ave.
Yellville, AR  72687
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com