Ralph was born on August 11, 1928, in Calgary Alberta. He moved to Vancouver at the age of 7 and made it his home for the rest of his life. Ralph was a dedicated 43 year employee of Crane Supply and BC Pottery. He was also a 4th degree member of The Knights of Columbus. Ralph was predeceased by his wife Ines in 2019, his first wife of 46 years Vera (1997), and by his brothers Gordon(Janette), and Robert ”Bob” (Janet), and by his parents Fred and Bessie. He is survived and lovingly remembered by his stepsons George and David, four step grandchildren, two step great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 11:00 am urn interment to occur at Forest Lawn Memorial Park (3789 Royal Oak Ave. Burnaby BC 604-299-7711) on Tuesday March 31, 2020. In lieu of flowers donations to a charity of your choice. Please leave an electronic message of condolence for Ralph’s family by "adding a memory" directly below.