Jillaine Ramsey

Jillaine Esther Ramsey, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, left us peacefully on May 6, 2025, just shy of her 73rd birthday. Born on May 18, 1952, in Savannah, IL, Jillaine made Elgin, IL, her home, a place where her kindness and warmth touched everyone she met.

Jillaine's life was a tapestry of dedication and love. For 25 years, she was a steadfast and respected employee of Siemens Building Technologies, a career that showcased her intelligence and commitment. With an Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering from Elgin Community College and a Veterinary Technician Certification, she also brought her nurturing spirit to the Elburn Animal Hospital, where her passion for animals shone brightly.

Her contributions extended beyond her professional life, deep into the community she cherished. Jillaine was an enthusiastic member of the Cardunal Dog Training Club, reveling in the camaraderie and joy of training and trials. Wednesday nights found her at the bowling alley, where she enjoyed laughter and competition with family and friends.

To know Jillaine was to know someone who radiated kindness and friendliness. Her love for her family was profound and unwavering, especially for her children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and her cherished dogs.

Jillaine was predeceased by her parents, Doris M. Young and Thomas Young Sr., and her brother, Thomas Young Jr. She leaves behind her devoted husband, Rick Ramsey, and a loving family: her sister Cheryl Arnold, brothers Duffy (Ralph) and wife Colleen Young and Kelley and wife Debbie Young, sister Jennie Merrill, son Patrick McMillan, daughter-in-law Jennifer McMillan (Merritt), grandchildren Connor, Nolan, and Rowan, and daughter Heather McMillan. Also, Sisters - In - Law Karen Norman and husband Robert in Stockton, UT, Brenda Draper and husband Brian of Mt Vernon, IL, Nancy Walters of Herrin, IL, Sharon Schuman and husband John of Elgin, IL, and Brother - in - Law Rodney Ramsey and wife Brenda of Genoa, IL.

We invite family and friends to join us in celebrating Jillaine's life on Monday, May 19th, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the American Legion Post #57, 820 N Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Jillaine’s name to the Fortunate Paws Animal Lab Rescue (FPALR, Inc.), a cause close to her heart. Donations can be sent to P.O. Box 1296, Palatine, IL 60078, or made online at https://www.fortunatelabrescue.org/.

Jillaine's legacy of love and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched. She will be dearly missed.