Ralph C.Gaver, Jr., 83, of Brandon died November 29, 2010. He was a lifelong area resident and served in the United States Navy. He was a member of Christ Our Reedemer Lutheran Church, Temple Terrace. He was predeceased by his wife of 53 years, Louise. He is survived by his children, Nancy Johnson (Tom), Alan Gaver (Lani), Glenn Gaver (Ruth), Larry Gaver (Kay); grandchildren, Megan and Kevin Gaver; and an extended family and numerous friends. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m., Friday December 3, 2010 at Stowers Funeral Home, with interment following at Florida National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to Lifepath Hospice or Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 304 Druid Hills Road, Temple Terrace, FL.