Ralph married the love of his life, Patsy Smith on May 15, 1965. He worked at Charles Maund Automotive Group for almost 50 years.
Ralph had a passion for fishing, hunting, riding in the country, traveling, playing with his grandchildren, grilling and fixing things.
He is survived by his wife, Patsy S. Dawson of Austin, Texas, daughter, Pamela Minton (spouse Kenneth); her grandchildren, Kristen Minton and Colin Minton, both of Round Rock, Texas and sister, Vickie Sue Landrum of Austin, Texas.
A Graveside service was held on January 23, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Harmony Ridge Cemetery in San Saba, Texas.