(WWII veteran, 30 year service Dunlop/Firestone)
Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 29th, 2010 at the age of 88. Pre-deceased by his loving wife Anne. Beloved father of Rick (Pauline), Karen Allan (Gord) and Diane Skelton (Bruce). Cherished Grandpa of Brennan, Brittany, Christopher, Stephanie and the late Ryan Green. Great-Grampa of Isaiah and Jaelen. Ralph is pre deceased by siblings Alan, Olga, Norman, Charlie and he leaves behind Fred and Phyllis. Ralph was a wonderful provider and father and will be remembered for his love of family as well as gardening. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. W. (905-721-1234) on Thursday, July 1st from 7 to 9 p.m. A Celebration of Ralph’s life will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 2nd, 2010. Interment Erskine Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be gratefully appreciated.