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Ralph Foley Obituary
Foley, Ralph E. "Saint", 82 of Springfield died March 5, 2023 in Ohio Hospice of Dayton. He was born in Enon, Ohio on June 22, 1940, the son of Harold and Elizabeth Foley. Ralph was a 1958 graduate of Greenon High School. He retired from 800 Place as a carpet installer with 30+ years of service. Ralph was a former firefighter and EMT with Rockway Fire Department. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, baking, and cooking. Ralph was loved by many and was a dedicated husband, dad, and grandpa. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents; son James H. Foley; brothers Charles and Robert Foley; and sisters Elizabeth Weaver and Ella Faye Beaver. Survivors include his wife MaryAnn Foley, whom he married August 20, 1960; children Tami (Mike, Sr.) Johnson, Randy (Robin) Foley, and Jami Sue Foley; sister Donna Hartman; grandchildren Jim, Sara Ann, Tylor, Rusty, Phillip Gage, Zaria, Tia, Xavier, and Kelci; eight great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Per Ralph's wishes no services will take place. Memorial contributions are requested to Ohio's Hospice 324 Wilmington Ave Dayton, Ohio 45420. RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME has been entrusted with the final arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com.
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Christine Foley-Moore
February 14, 2025
I am sure Ralph is missed more than words can ever express. He truly was the heartbeat of the family. When I married into the family Ralph became more to me than just a Father in Law. He became my friend and my teacher. He taught me so much about things I´m sure he never thought he did. He showed me what a husband and father really were. And when he became a grandpa he showed up for them too. He was friendly, welcoming and loving. Not to mention he was funny. He had the patience of a saint. I seldom heard him complain and he worked as a carpet installer until he couldn´t do it anymore. He was the taxi, he was the cook and the housekeeper. Ralph was a teacher in his own right. His grilled steak was the 1st one I had ever eaten and I thought I needed it well done but he had other ideas and fed me one of the best steaks I had ever had. After that I realized what a great cook he really was. Thank you Ralph for teaching me how to cook. And for just being you. Rest up now. And know you are still Loved and missed Beyond words. See you on the other side. Your Forever Daughter in Law Christine Foley-Moore (or as you used to call Tina) Much Love
Danny Click
March 13, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with Xavier and his family
Christine Foley
March 12, 2023
Ralph was the best Father in Law and grandpa to my boys. Him and Lacey created a strong bond years ago when he would drive her to school at Catholic Central. What a beautiful soul. He was the best and there is no one who will ever take his place. Your surely gonna be missed. Rest now Ralphy I will love you forever.
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March 12, 2023
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