Ralph Earl Henderson
Born: Tue Sep 19, 1944
Died: Mon Apr 30, 2012
No services to be held
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Ralph Henderson entered the gates of heaven on April 30, 2012, leaving behind his wife and singing partner, Lynn; his son, Clint; three daughters, Andrea, Dorraine (Storme), Jolene (Jody); 3 granddaughters, Sydney, Brady, Kaysie; five sisters, three brothers, many nieces and nephews. Ralph was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth and Mary; brothers, George and John; sister, Norma and son-in-law Doug. Ralph will be greatly missed by his loved ones and his many country music fans, who referred to him as "The Man in Black". "I'll be Waiting on the Farside Banks of Jordon".
There will be no visitation or funeral service by request. Following cremation, Ralph’s ashes will be scattered at one of his favourite places. The arrangements have been entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Home, Hampton. Memorials may be made to St. Martins United Baptist Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online memorials and condolences can be made at: www.reidsfh.com
Charitable donations may be made in Ralph's memory to the following organization:
St. Martins United Baptist Church
211 Main St., St. Martins, New Brunswick, E5R 1B7
Tel: (506) 833-2250
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Condolence Booklet
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Engene and Dot Clayton
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Jolene and family, so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing, hold on to all of the great memeries you have made and know that your dad will always be rememberd and thought of often by all who knew him, please let us know if there is anything that we can do, take care of each other at this difficult and sad time. Gene and Dot
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Heather Morin
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Sorry for your loss he will be sadly missed . Praying for your family at this of sorrow.
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Jane (Keleher) Gorsline
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Thoughts and prayers to the Henderson family at this time of sorrow.
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Jamie & Mysti Patterson
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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So sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. Our sympathy and thoughts are with you all. Take care!
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Ann Marsh and Family
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy You are in our thoughts and prayers. R.I.P. Ralph
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Geoff deJong
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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I will miss my friend Ralph and walking with him on the beach. He was a privilege to know, and I know we will see him again. My condolences to Lynn and the family, your care of Ralph to the very end was an inspiration.
Blessings,
Pastor Geoff
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Debhra Mannett
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thoughts and prayers. R.I.P...Ralph
..may your music light up the heaven as you sing...
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Steven Lyons
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Ralp you will be both missed and remembered by your many friends and fans. I thank god I was given the chance to perform with such a wonderful talent, in such a humble man. I know your's and Lynn's struggles were long and difficult. RIP my friend. Hang in there Lynn we all live to sing another day. Its god's way. Lynn to you and your family I send my sincerest condolences. ... Steve
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Tom and Shirley Burley
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Lynn and Family We were so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. Our prayers go out to all of you. He will be missed by all who enjoyed his singing, including us. Take care and God Bless.
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Nicki Maynard
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
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mike & betty macquarrie
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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you may have wore black, but you were one of the good guys. nothing phoney about you ralph, you were the real deal. we were lucky to have known and played with you. stay in tune ralph, we'll catch you on the B side... mike & betty
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Audrey Stewart, Elgin, N.B.
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Our thoughts are with the family at this time.
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Dawn Cochrane
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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He is safe in the arms of his Saviour and his pain is now gone forever. I will be thinking of you every day and praying that God will comfort you and bless you with happy memories of Ralph to sustain you in the days to come.
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Elaine Baxter
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Thinking of you Lynn,and family during this time of sadness.
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Rob and Donna Daley
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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To the henderson family we are so sorry for your lost, Ralph will be sadly missed are thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
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Nila &Wilmont McQuade (Smith)
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Sorry to hear this Lynn but he is in a better place, he has suffered a long time, he is just beyond the moon, he sits and waits for you. God Bless your Family and you at this time.People may leave this world but God never leaves us.
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Marie and Don Short
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Memories!!!. Ralph's voice is silenced on earth, but Ralph and Lynn, You created alot of them between you, and you gave everyone who knew you memories to last a lifetime. Very few of us will forget the warmth that came from every stage that you played from. Lynn, and family, lean on God and your friends as you struggle with your loss. Your loss is shared by so many people. Local music has lost a great one. The loss is great!!
Love,
Marie and Don
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Betty & Denny James
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Posted Tue May 01, 2012
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Ralph,when I am onstage I look to my right and I still see you there and I still hear that Long Black Train rolling down the line. God love you Buddy, you will certainly be missed by all the people who had the privilege of knowing you and listening to your special brand of music. Our condolences go out to you Lynn and your family in this very trying time in your lives. People and situations change, but memories remain the same. Especially for me, the days on the Fundy Trail with you Lynn, Ralph and Bob Burgess, it was nothing less than MAGIC. Betty & Denny James ( The Other Man In Black )
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dale fehr
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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My heart is deeply saddened by the loss of yet another legend of the St. Martins area. Thanks for the tunes, the positive influence, and the memories which so many have to cherish.
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larry burke
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Our thoughts are with the family at this time, Ralph is at peace now,
at last
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Lois Lafferty
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn and family ~ I was so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing although at Fred Shaw's Crimestoppers' Show Saturday night (when Fred broke down) we were informed that Ralph was not well at all. Just in case you had not heard, Fred said a special tribute to Ralph which brought tears to my eyes and I am sure touched the hearts of everyone who had heard Ralph and Lynn. He is out of his pain now and in the hands of his higher power. May your memories carry you through this difficult and know that all who knew Ralph and Lynn will be thinking of Ralph. RIP Ralph, you will be greatly missed.
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Carole & Vance Patterson
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn and Family, Our deepest sympathy. We will miss his great singing.
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Wayne Moore
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn and Family
Very sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. May God be with you in this time of need.
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Randy Vail
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn,so sorry to hear of your loss. The first time I heard Ralph was at a little show in Norton.What a talent! I am, honoured to have have know and played some music with him and had him on some of my shows .He was a real entertainer and a fan favorite. He most certainly will be missed by all.You and your family hang in there. Randy
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Rodney, Darlene, Jenna, Daniel Clayton
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Jolene and Family, To let you know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
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Chris Poirier
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Jolene & Rena, so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
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Arnie,Marguerite[Thomas] Erb
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn and Family Very sorry to hear of Ralphs passing, he is in a better place now ,singing with the angles. May God be with you all in this time of need.
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Jane & Richard Wood
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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We are so very sorry for your loss Lynn.
Our Prayers and Sympathy go out to you and the Henderson Family.
If we can help you in any way, Please Contact us.
Sincerest Condolences Jane & Richard Wood
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Walter Wilson & Catherine Cummings
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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We are so very sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We always enjoyed listening to him at the Lorneville shows.
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Herb and Myra Isbill
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Dear Lynn and family. We were so very sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. He was a brave person and you all went through a lot. He will be very much missed. No more will we hear HELLO EVERYBODY down hear, but up there where he is looking down from everyone will welcome him and he will sing forever. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. Yours sincerely Herb and Myra
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Eddie Bertin
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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We'll Miss Your Smile's , Your Song's And Seeing You Around .
But Heavens Chour Will Have A Much Sweeter Sound.
Rest peacefully Old Friend.
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James/Jim Marsh Sr.
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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My condolences to Lynn and the family. So sorry to hear of his passing. May God give you comfort and strength at this time of loss and sorrow.
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Rick & Shirley & Cheryl Russell
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. We've been so blessed to have known someone so down to earth. Someone so very genuine. Someone so very talented.
Rick, Shirley, & Cheryl
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Storme Arden
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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I have added some photographs as a visual memory. RIP Ralph. We miss you already.
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Sylvia Bradshaw, Sherry, Robert, Wade & family
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn, Andrea, Dorain, Jolene, Clint & family;
Our heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow and loss. May love of those around you help you through the days ahead. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
"Love doesn't end with dying or leave with the last breath.
For someone you've loved deeply, Love doesn't end with death".
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time...
Love from Sylvia Bradshaw, Sherry, Robert, Wade & family
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Bonnie Weston and Family
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Dear Lynn and Family, We were saddened to learn of Ralph's passing. He touched some many with his music and his gentle manner. Our thoughts and prayers you are with you at this difficult time.Our sincere condolences.
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Kate/Bob
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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With great sadness I must say RIP Ralph, you will be missed by all of those who knew and loved you. I''m sure mom was one of the first to meet you at the golden gates. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kate
Ralph, what a privilege to be on the same stage with you. Such a gifted and talented man. I was so happy to be part of your CD, and that you sang my song "Sunday Morning Coming Down". All the times on the Fundy Trail, with you, me and Denny James. I will always be thankful to have known you as a musician, but mostly as my friend. What a band God has now. To Lynn and family, you are always in my prayers.
Bob Burgess
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Fraser and Beth Green
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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Lynn, so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. Our condolences to you and your family. He will be missed, he was a wonderful entertainer and then you made it special when you joined him on stage. Barb Hunter was right, there must be fantastic music in Heaven with all the talent that has God has called home. God bless you and your family. Fraser& Beth.
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Lyn Cunningham
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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My deepest sypathies go out to you, Lynn, and to all your family. I enjoyed hearing you two sing on many occasions. Ralph will be greatly missed,his wonderful talent and his humble ways.
Best wishes and prayers coming your way.
Lyn Cunningham
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Bev & Linda Parlee
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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We were sorry to hear of Ralphs passing. What a special singer he was we always enjoyed hearing him. God gave him an amazing voice to sing!! Our prayers are with your family.
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Bob and Marilyn Currie
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Posted Wed May 02, 2012
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We were very deeply saddened to hear of Ralph's passing. He was a very soft-spoken and humble man with such tremendous talent, and we feel very fortunate to have known him. He was our favorite at all of the local country shows, indeed he WAS the show. We loved the CD that he and Lynn made, and kept anxiously awaiting a second one. Ralph will be so greatly missed by all of us who loved his music, and his very bass "Hello Everybody". Our deepest sympathy to the family of the only real "Man in Black".
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Barb Hunter
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Posted Thu May 03, 2012
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Lynn, my heart goes out to you and your family at this time. I am sure Ralph has joined that heavenly band of musicians from this area. He will be missed by all but especially by you, his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the good memories from the past bring you peace.
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Margaret mcinnis
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Posted Thu May 03, 2012
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Lynn and family. I was so sorry to hear Ralph passed. Stay strong in Gods love. Ralph is with you in your family, and memories. God Bless.
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donnie and wanda steeves
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Posted Thu May 03, 2012
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Dear Lynn and family, I know there are no words that can make the pain go away but I hope in the days to come that you can think of the good memories that you two have made through your music and think of all the hearts that you both have touched by your talent as well as your friendly ways.
I hope it can give you some comfort just to know that so very many are holding you and your family so very close in their thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. God bless!
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Julie& Gary Drummond
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Posted Fri May 04, 2012
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Aunt Rena,Lynn & family:
Sorry to hear about Ralph''''s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Julie & Gary Drummond
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Gwen Buchanan,John Ackerson, Max Ackerson
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Posted Fri May 18, 2012
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We were very sorry to hear this sad news. please accept our deepest sympathy. He will be missed by everyone.
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Submitted by Storme Arden on Wed May 02, 2012
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Ralph & Denny singing at a benefit in St. Martins. break time. |
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