

He passed away on January 4, 2022 in Bakersfield, California. He was 93 years old. Ralph drafted in the United States Army where he became Sargent at the Korean War. He received Korean SVC Medal, Natimal Defense Service medal, Korean service medal with 3 bronze service stars, Republic of Korea – Korean War service medal, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, and Purple Heart Combat Infantry Badge.
His wife Eudelia Tirado married 52 Years survives him.
Raised three Step Daughters and Son in laws, Anna & Manuel Reynosa, Rosa & Danny Chavez, and Leticia Morales.
Ralph had nine grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Ralph was proceeded in death by his parents and seven siblings; one sister Alma Tirado and many nieces and nephews survive him.
A Visitation will be held between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm at Hillcrest Memorial Chapel on Monday January 31, 2022.
The Funeral Service will be conducted at Hillcrest Memorial Chapel as well; Pastor David Vivas on Tuesday February 1, 2022 at 9:00 am will hold Veterans Honors at the Graveside following the Memorial.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the VFW on 5350 S Union Ave, Bakersfield after the memorial Service.
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