Rev. R. C. Ramsby, well known throughout Western Oregon, died last night at his home, 1082 Milwaukie avenue, near Midway, from
the infirmities of age. Mr. Ramsby was born in Ohio in 1823, and came to Oregon in 1868, first settling in Clackamas County. He
was elected a member of the Legislature in 1878, and in 1880 he was elected Sheriff of Marion County, serving one term. For 33
years he made his home in Silverton, and lived in Salem during his term of Sheriff, after which he returned to Silverton. Seven
years ago he moved to Portland where he has lived ever since. From his early manhood he was a Methodist preacher and remained a
member of that church through his life. He was a man of excellent character and highly respected, although he had decided and
independent opinions of his own.

At his death Mr. Ramsby was surrounded by his entire family. He is survived by his widow and the following children: E. B.
Ramsby, Klamath Falls, Or.; Marshall Ramsby, of Silverton; Maxwell Ramsby, of Oregon City; Mrs. Athalia Nelson, of Oregon City;
Mrs. J. S. Blair, Mrs. W. O. Waddel and C. E. Ramsby, of Portland. The family will leave this afternoon with the body for the
old home at Silverton, where the funeral will be held tomorrow.