Ralph Milio Marini

He will be sadly missed by his wife Arlene, sons Marty and Tony, 6 grandchildren, and his brother Bruno many other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his youngest son Randy and his brother Frank.

Ralph was born and raised in East Vancouver in May 1, 1940, and he attended the University of British Columbia. He began his teaching career in the Fraser Canyon where he met his wife Arlene, moved to Port Alberni for two years and then to Chilliwack in 1967 where he taught for 28 years. He was actively involved with the Teacher’s Association and his church. After retiring in 1995, Ralph took up wood working , gardening and travelling- he truly enjoyed them all.

Viewing will take place on Friday May 23, 2014 from 7:00- 9:00pm at Henderson’s Funeral Home ( 45901 Victoria Ave. Chilliwack )

A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday May 24, 2014 at 10:00 am at the St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church ( 8909 Mary Str, Chilliwack )

Reception to follow in the Hall, Burial will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Ralph’s name may be made to the Royal Columbian Hospital foundation, 330 East Columbia Street, New Westminster B.C V3L3W7 ( 604-520-4438) rchfoundation.com