The collection is arranged by material type, with the correspondence further arranged chronologically.

The David M. Ramsay Papers consist of a certificate, correspondence, an envelope, and photographs.

The Certificate of Ordination is handwritten.  The correspondence includes twelve pieces to Ramsay from his children and 1 piece from Ramsay to his wife, with handwritten notes added by Ramsay on several. The Last Will and Testament envelope has handwritten instructions by Ramsay dated January 21, 1950. There are three photographs of Allen B. Ramsay and one each of Ramsay and his wife and the family residence.