Loretta went to be with her Lord on January 4, 2025.

She was born in Sonora, CA on September 3, 1940. Her family moved to Grass Valley when she was a young child, where she grew up and attended local schools.

She met Sam Ramey at a church event when she was just 12. They would later marry in 1957.

She graduated from Nevada Union High School in 1958. Loretta worked as a longtime employee of Sears in Grass Valley. She had a gifted voice where she sang in her church choir and at other special events.

She and Sam enjoyed traveling. Together they went to many places, even on occasions taking their whole family. She greatly loved her family, especially her grands, and great grands.

She is survived by her mother, Doris; daughter, Deborah Early (Bruce); son, Richard Ramey (Debra); four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one sister.

Loretta was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Sam on February 23, 2024; her father; and one sister.

A special thank you to Spring Hill Manor and Hospice of the Foothills.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hooper & Weaver Mortuary.