Ralph was born in Illinois. He moved to Michigan with family. He was the son of Carly and Alta. Brother to Norma Jean, Mary Lou, Patricia, Marion (Buster), Helen, Richard, Sharon, David, Tim, Rebecca and Joann.
He was married to Eva for 60 years, who passed in 2012.
He had seven children, Harold, Eva Carol, Karen, Gerald, Vickie, Robert & Ralph. He has 27 grandchildren, 55+great grandchildren and 4+great great grandchildren.
A Graveside service will be held February 22, 2024 at 11am. The Graveside Service will be held at Resthaven/Carr-Tenney Mortuary & Memorial Gardens