On Friday, October 14, 2011 of Springfield, VA. Beloved husband of Barbara H. Ralston of 52 years; loving father of Dennis A. Ralston and Donna L. Horton; dear grandfather of Matthew, Sarah, Amanda and Christina; son of Virginia B. Ralston; brother of Sharon, Gary and Gregory Ralston. Friends may call at the MURPHY FALLS CHURCH FUNERAL HOME, 1102 W. Broad St. (Rt. 7) on Tuesday, October 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. where the services will be held on Wednesday, October 19 at 12:30 p.m. Interment National Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Capital Caring Hospice.