Mary Ramsey (philanthropist)

[2][4] The couple would undertake a wide range of philanthropic works, in the end totalling some £14,318, mostly around London.

[5] After Thomas' death in 1590 Mary would continue the charitable effort, conveying her manor at Colne Engaine to Christ's Hospital and supporting them by endowing a set of scholarships at the collage.

[2][6] She also undertook a variety of other charitable endeavors including the foundation of Essex grammar schools, the parish aid in London, funding several City companies (including the borough of Bristol) and funds for the relief of wounded soldiers, debtors and destitute university students.

[7] Ramsey died in November of 1601 and was buried at Christ Church.

[3] In an epitaph written after her death she was described as, "A Lady rare, most vertuous, meeke, and milde".