Joe A. Ramey passed away peacefully on February 19, 2020 after a brief illness at the age of 71. Joe was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam era. He worked as a commercial painter for 35 years and was a master of his craft. There is hardly a historic building in New Orleans that was not touched by Joe. He was an avid fisherman, who fish feared. When not fishing or working in his vegetable garden, Joe enjoyed Saints and SEC football. Joe never met a stranger and was happiest when he was with his family who he loved dearly. Joe is survived by his wife of 46 years, Debra Vedros Ramey; his daughters, Heidi Meaux (Danny), Katie Jo Doubleday (Robert) and his precious “girls”, Leah and Ella Doubleday who will all miss and love him forever. Funeral Services will be private. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this difficult time. Family and friends may offer condolences at mothefunerals.com.