Patsy Ramsey, mother of slain JonBenet Ramsey, dies at 49

Patsy Ramsey: JonBent's Mother, Pageants, & Tragedy Explored

Patsy Ramsey, mother of slain JonBenet Ramsey, dies at 49

By  Deontae Wunsch

How could a mother go from beauty queen to the center of a media storm, forever linked to the tragic loss of her daughter? The story of Patricia "Patsy" Ramsey is a haunting exploration of ambition, tragedy, and the relentless scrutiny of public opinion.

Patricia Ann Ramsey, ne Paugh, known to the world as Patsy Ramsey, was a woman whose life was marked by both glittering moments of triumph and profound, heartbreaking sorrow. Born on December 29, 1956, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, to Nedra Ellen Ann and Donald Ray Paugh, an engineer at Union Carbide, Patsys early life was one of comfortable normalcy. She was the eldest of three sisters, a bright and charismatic individual who excelled in academics and extracurricular activities. Her childhood, by most accounts, was unremarkable, a foundation upon which she would build a life that would eventually capture the attention of the world.

After graduating high school in 1975, where she actively participated in debates and volunteered, Patsy attended West Virginia University. This period marked the beginning of her journey towards the spotlight. Her beauty and poise led her to participate in beauty pageants, a path that would eventually crown her Miss West Virginia in 1977. This title catapulted her onto the national stage, where she competed in the Miss America pageant, showcasing her intelligence, charm, and captivating presence.

Patricia "Patsy" Ramsey: Biographical and Professional Information
Full Name Patricia Ann Ramsey (ne Paugh)
Nickname Patsy
Date of Birth December 29, 1956
Place of Birth Parkersburg, West Virginia, USA
Date of Death June 24, 2006
Place of Death Marietta, Georgia, USA
Resting Place St. James Episcopal Cemetery, Marietta, Georgia
Parents Nedra Ellen Ann and Donald Ray Paugh
Siblings Three sisters (eldest)
Education West Virginia University
Achievements Miss West Virginia 1977
Spouse(s) John Ramsey (m. November 5, 1980)
Children Burke Ramsey, JonBent Patricia Ramsey
Cause of Death Ovarian Cancer
Marriage Date November 5, 1980
Other information
  • Diagnosed with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer in 1993
  • Involved in media scrutiny following the death of her daughter, JonBent Ramsey
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