Ralph Robbins

Ralph E. Robbins, age 74, of Upper Arlington passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2010 at his home. Ralph was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on April 16, 1936; he was the son of the late Haze and Pearl Robbins. Ralph was also preceded in death by his brother Elwood. He is a graduate of Portsmouth High School and went on to serve his country proudly in 2 tours of duty during the Vietnam War; serving both in the Navy and Army. Ralph retired after 15 years of service as the Maintenance Supervisor at Friendship Village of Dublin. He loved college football, especially Notre Dame; had a green thumb in the garden and was an avid golfer. Ralph was a “Mr. Fix-it” around the house and enjoyed grilling. He and his wife, Helen, would make frequent trips to Myrtle Beach. Ralph is survived by his loving wife, Helen; son, Patrick (Grace) Doone; grandchildren, Sean Doone and Heather (Peter) Nightgale; great granddaughter, Taylor; sisters, Sheryl, Polly, Mona, Freida, Rita and Pam; and brothers, Dale, Paul, Stanley and Greg. Family will receive friends on Sunday, October 17, 2010 from 2-4pm at Schoedinger Northwest Chapel, 1740 Zollinger Road, Columbus, Ohio 43221; where funeral services will be on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 10am. Andrew Hoover celebrant. Interment to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 870 Michigan Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to send condolences and share memories.