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Ralph F. Hanby
NASHPORT: Ralph F. Hanby, 71, of Nashport, Ohio passed away Saturday morning, October 19, 2013 at Genesis Morrison House in Zanesville after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born August 16, 1942 in Zanesville he was the son of the late H. Frederick and Helen F. (Vroom) Hanby and was a 1960 graduate of Frazeysburg High School. He attended Ohio State University and was a graduate of Meredith Business College. Mr. Hanby was a member of the Meadowview Church of Christ of Frazeysburg. Ralph worked for 17 years at Rockwell International in Heath, Ohio and during that time he founded Hanby Farms, Inc. of Nashport, Ohio, for which he had a great passion. He enjoyed playing cards and square dancing. Each Fall for over 20 years he hosted a "barn dance" at the farm which was attended and enjoyed by hundreds of friends, neighbors and family. He also was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed Tri-Valley High School sports and NBA basketball.
Surviving is his loving wife of 50 years, Carol S. (Green) Hanby whom he married October 6, 1963; two daughters, Cindie (Matt) Smith of Nashport and Darla (Lance) Deal of Chandlersville, Ohio; four sons, Douglas (Rhonda) Hanby of Tupelo, Mississippi, Darren (Traci) Hanby of Frazeysburg, David (Jennifer) Hanby of Nashport and Derrick (Tammy) Hanby of Valrico, Florida; twenty grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Catherine (Wayne) Eddleblute of Frazeysburg and Ruth (Gerald) Moreland of Warren, Indiana; a sister in-law, Ivabelle Gault of Brinkhaven, Ohio and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by an infant brother David Hanby and a brother Daniel Gault.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4pm and 6 to 9pm Monday, October 21, 2013 at the Meadowview Church of Christ, 6750 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, Ohio.
Funeral services will be 11:00am Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Meadowview Church of Christ with Minister Sam Dunn officiating. Also officiating will be Ralph's brother in-law, Minister Gerald Moreland and Pastor Dan Smith. burial will be in Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Meadowview Church of Christ, 6750 Raiders Road, Frazeysburg, Ohio 43822.
The family is being assisted by the Frazeysburg Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Home.
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After all these years still think of Ralph often. I have many fond memories of working in the field with Ralph. Ralph was a man of vision willing to try new ideas. I remember him saying "in this field we are going to do an experiment " God bless the family
Mike Derrick
Friend
October 14, 2022
We have appreciated working with Ralph and your family down through the years. He provided leadership in the business community and provided service to many. God bless you in your loss. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
John, Ruth Anne and Carl Mears
November 5, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Mr. Hanby will be missed by all.
The Weiser Family
November 1, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss. The family Ralph helped mold is a wonderful legacy to his years on earth.
Judy Morgan Cordell
October 29, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephen and Juanita Mock
October 25, 2013
Catherine and Hanby family - Sorry to hear of Ralph's passing.
Phyllis Sauerbrey Putnam. Williamsburg, Virginia
October 24, 2013
So sorry for your loss Our prayers our with you.
Susan Wright
October 24, 2013
Sorry for your loss Darren. Your family will be in our prayers.
Ed Lofton
October 23, 2013
Traci I'm sorry for your families loss. It would seem god is being blessed with one of his finest sons.
Jim Ireland
October 22, 2013
Very sorry to hear of your loss. He was a great man. Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.
rod amspaugh
October 22, 2013
My prayers are with you
kendrah farmer
October 22, 2013
Carol and family, So sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anita (Clouse) Gessel
October 22, 2013
Jeanna Nelson
October 22, 2013
Sorry for your loss. We will keep the Hanby family in our prayers. From the
Altier family.
Louis Altier
October 22, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Hanby family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kisha Cohagen O'Donnell
October 22, 2013
Carol and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Ralph was a wonderful man and I will treasure all of my memories from when I had the pleasure of working at the farm with Ralph. He touched many lives and will be greatly missed. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kevin Thompson
October 22, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the Hanby family
Michael and Vickie Staffan and the girls
October 22, 2013
Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss. I never met your husband but you and I met several times at Dr. Morton's office. I have lost 2 husbands so you have my deepest sympathy. Please keep busy and let your friends and family help you.
Love and Prayers, Kay Foster Hedges
Kay Foster Hedges
October 22, 2013
Our thought and prayers goes out to family..
Dan and Becky Cannon
October 22, 2013
Darla,Lance & Kids and the entire Hanby Family..You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Chris,Christy,Michaela,Maylea & CJ Tom
October 22, 2013
'Mrs Carol', Doug, Russell, and the entire Hanby family. Wishing you all peace and comfort during this difficult time. Mr. Ralph's kindness with always be remembered.
Love Always,
Julie Hoag
October 22, 2013
Dear Hanby Family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of Ralph. We have many fond memories of the barn dances and also sitting near Ralph and Carol at TV basketball games for many years. He has left a wonderful legacy in all of you. May you find comfort and strength in that.
Thoughts and prayers,
Rick & Mary Kay Murray - Frazeysburg
October 22, 2013
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. May you find strength in family and friends and comfort in fond memories of great times spent with Ralph.
In deepest sympathy,
Chad & Julie (Longstreth) Moorehead & Family
October 22, 2013
I wish I could be there today, to say good bye to a great man. I have such fond memories of the fall square dance as a little kid. I can still remember Michael practicing for the pedal pull, he would hook a wagon filled with cement blocks onto his tractor and pedal around! I am so appreciative of Ralph's support growing up while I was in 4-H and FFA. Ralph was a wonderful man. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days to come! Love you all!
Amy (Schuhart) Dull
October 22, 2013
I just wanted to express our entire family's condolences. I will never forget the kindness and grace of Ralph's life. XO Karrie
Karrie Fitzpatrick (Dickerson)
October 22, 2013
We are praying for God to help heal your broken hearts and give you the loving peace of knowing that he is with God watching over the family until you see him again.
Randal & Tina Nelson
October 22, 2013
Donald Hanby
October 22, 2013
Carol, David, and family. I am sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. I always respected him. He was a great man! You are all in my prayers.
Mike Firestone
October 21, 2013
David (& family) So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing! Take comfort in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering. Lean on Jesus, let Him be your strength.
Toni Johnson
October 21, 2013
**You have our smypathy and prayers.
Thankful for your goodness!
God be with you all.
Larry-Gloria Longfellow
October 21, 2013
We send our thoughts and prayers to the Hanby family during this difficult time. I still remember my Daddy telling stories about when he would go and buy dog food from Ralph and they would sit in his office talk about basketball and eat popcorn. They both are in heaven now with our Savior and I am sure they have met up already and are catching up! We are so sorry for your great loss! Love, Kyle and Wendy Dinan
Wendy Dinan
October 21, 2013
Carol, David, and the Hanby family,
We are so sorry for your loss.Ralph was a kind and caring person.He would do anything for anybody.He has touched so many lives and will be sadly missed.
greg Hanby
October 21, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
Roger & Diane Green
October 21, 2013
With heartfelt sympathy and kindest thoughts to you, in your sorrow.
Warren and Vicky Wright
Vicky Wright
October 21, 2013
We are saddened to see about Ralph's passing. He was always such a hard worker. May the Lord be with you all & fond memories be everlasting.
Rodney & Phyllis SWIGERT
October 21, 2013
im so sorry for ur lost ralph was a good man i will keep u in my paryers may god bless u all
chelsea jenkins
October 21, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff, Shelley & Meaghan Romine
October 21, 2013
Carol and Family
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family and our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone. He was a great individual and will always be remembered sitting in the chair in the scale house, along with the his vision and thought. He will be missed in many ways, yet will always be remembered for being a great family man and pillar in the commnity.
Bill and Nancy Mead
Bill Mead
October 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Ralph was a good, decent, fair man who I always enjoyed visiting with. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Alan & Julie Prouty
October 21, 2013
Carol and family,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Ralph, my deepest sympathy to all of you. Growing up Ralph was so supportive to my mom (his Aunt Laura) and our family. His love & kindness will always be remembered.
May God Bless you during this difficult time.
Julie Hitchcock Taylor
October 21, 2013
To the Hanby Family
No words can ease the pain of losing your husband or father. But rest assured the man with the stern look will be waiting for you in Heaven with a gentle hug. RIP now Ralph
God Bless
Pickrell Farms
Sharry, Doug,and Jeff
October 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Hanby family. Raplh was a wonderful person that did so many wonderful things for so many different people. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone.
B. J. & Kelly Fox
October 21, 2013
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with my classmates, and all the Hanby family during this difficult and sad time.
In Christian Love, Mia Barr( Rose)
Mia Barr
October 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathies for the entire Hanby Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tracy and Victoria Beale
October 21, 2013
Dear Carol & family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. I'll never forget Ralph swinging me at Paul & Janet Doughty's farm (Square Dancing) the day that Lynn & I got engaged!
Carol & Lynn Mikesell
October 21, 2013
Carol and family
Very sorry for your loss. Simply stated
"Ralph was one of the best".I am proud to have known him!
Tom Decker
October 21, 2013
Dear Carol,Cindie,Doug,Darren,David,Derrick and Darla,
My condolences to all of you in the passing of your Husband,Father, and a Man a had great respect for. You all treated me as a member of your family when I came to work with you some 27 years ago, I was blessed to have traveled to see Ralph this past spring. He instilled in me a stronger work ethic and a great appreciation for what I had and what was to come. May God Bless you all in your time of sorrow.
Earl Zelmer
October 21, 2013
We're very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!!
Amy and Abby Green
October 21, 2013
I would like to express my sympathy in the passing of Ralph. He was a very good friend to my dad. He will be missed greatly in the wide agricultural community that he touched.
Debbie (Johnson) Couch
October 21, 2013
God bless you in tis time of sorrow. Have known Ralph since school and later with the farm. Our thoughts and prayers with you today and always. Jerry Wheeler and family
October 21, 2013
Dear Darla, Lance & Family,
We are so sorry about your Dad's Passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please past our love and prayers to your Mom. We love your guys.
Pastor Gary & Dianne
Gary Fitzgerald
October 21, 2013
To the Family of Ralph F. Hanby:
My deepest sympathy to Ralph's family. Ralph was a former high school friend at Frazeysburg High School, and was a "good guy".
David B. Stokes
David Stokes
October 21, 2013
Carol,David and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always but especially during this time of sorrow.
Just makes me want to cry...
Once in every life(My life)someone comes along...
The one on one's in the "Scale House" are lifetime highs",thanks Ralph.They had better odds then standing at the foul line. Each and every time I would leave my seat,I knew for sure I had a better chance of moving forward in life.
Ralph,to me you were as good as any story ever told...
Love and God bless,
Terp and Kathleen Musselman
October 21, 2013
We are sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Russell & Barbara White
October 21, 2013
Carol & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. In a way I feel like I am writing condolences to myself as Ralph always treated me like family. I have many fond memories of time spent at your home before football games in high school and summers during college breaks (when I practically lived there) while working on the farm. Although Ralph loved to work, it was clear from all the time I spent around him that he loved his family even more. To the entire Hanby family, it was an honor to have known your husband, father, brother, and grandfather. May God bless you all during this difficult time.
Keith Sarbaugh
October 21, 2013
Thoughts and prayers for you all. God Bless
Kim Vickers
October 21, 2013
Carol we are very sorry for the loss of your loved one. Steve-n-Bonnie Butler
October 21, 2013
To the entire friends and family of Ralph Hanby i am truly sorry for your loss . Thoughts and prayers go out to all .
Lisa Mitchell
October 21, 2013
Darla, Lance, & Family
We were saddened to hear of your Father's passing. Words cannot ease the pain of your loss but we want you to know we love you and are praying for you. Please pass on our love and sympathy to your Mother and family.
Love, Pastor Gary & Dianne
October 21, 2013
David& Jennifer,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.The precious memories you have in your heart will keep Ralph with you forever.
Love,
Rocky & Debbie
October 21, 2013
Heaven gained a good one this week. If it is possible to increase the harvest up there, Ralph will find a way. He was a rare combination of savvy businessman and loving family man. Nothing like watching a big strong guy hand out candy to little kids at Church, what a great heart. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. Your entire family will be in our prayers.
David Hoover
October 21, 2013
Our thoughts and prays to the Hanby family. My the Lord's comfort by with you.
MIke Derrick
October 21, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Words can't express how our hearts are breaking for you and your family. Our prayers are with each of you.
Teanna Hrinko
October 21, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely~
Brent & Ann Iden family
Brent & Ann Iden
October 21, 2013
To the entire Hanby Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.May God hold you close and keep you wrapped in his warm embrace.
God Bless you all--
Scott, Michele, Steffanee, Natalee and Emilee
October 21, 2013
We are sorry. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tom & Leslie Colopy
October 21, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Lenetta Balo
October 21, 2013
Our thoughts are with all of you. May God bless you and your family.
Tammy Delancey
October 20, 2013
Dear Hanby Family we are so sorry to here of Ralph's passing and send our deepest sympathy to all and God bless you all during your time of sorrow.
Ray&Cheryl Back
October 20, 2013
Sending your family deep felt prayers , and remembering Ralph as he always was running the business from his chair in the office. Prayers for all at this difficult time.
Tim and Sheila Gearhart
October 20, 2013
A great man, a family friend, and a cornerstone of the Nashport community for my entire life. He will be missed, but his legacy will live on through his descendants. My condolences to the entire Hanby family.
Todd Felumlee
October 20, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Ralph was a great guy!
Chad Brailer
October 20, 2013
Carol and family, sorry to hear of Ralph's passing and I know my brother Chester would want to also extend his sympathy to you all. Since he's unable to do so, I wish to extend it on his behalf. At some point I think each of my brothers may have worked there on the farm and earning their first paychecks. I remember Chester, Mike and Marvin working together there and after work they'd go for rides on there motorcycles. Ralph may have lost money on them each time they came in to eat a meal, Chester alone could eat a lot. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and thank you for all that you have contributed to the community and my family.
Tami Ashcraft
October 20, 2013
Carol and David and family so sorry to hear this He was a good man and I'm glad I got to know him
Mark and Beth Workman
October 20, 2013
Carol, Darla and family, our prayers are with you...the Kimpel families
October 20, 2013
Kaden, Kolten and Riley Hanby, I am so sorry for the loss of your Grandpa. He was a great man.
Cameron Darner
October 20, 2013
So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa and James Darner
October 20, 2013
Sorry to hear of the passing of Ralph. I would see him at the Frazeysburg Homecoming at the parade.You have my deepest sympathy in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. May GOD comfort you during this time of sorrow. Ralph & Linda Howard
Ralph Howard, Jr.
October 20, 2013
Carol, David and family: Sorry to learn of Ralph's death. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Bill and Liz Jennings
Bill and Liz Jennings
October 20, 2013
Darrin, Traci and Hanby family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. He is In better place now, but will be sadly missed. May you find the strength in God to find healing in all your sadness. God bless all of you in this time of grief.
Sandy and Emil Pisch
October 20, 2013
Carol and family: I am so sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and your entire family. Prayers to all.
Cynde Decker
Naples, Fl
October 20, 2013
Carol & Family, my deepest sympathy and prayers on the passing of Ralph. He was a wonderful generous and caring man who will be sadly missed. May he forever rest in eternal peace.
Tom Altwies
October 20, 2013
Carol and family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with all of you.
Linda Campbell-Dennis
October 20, 2013
Sorry for you loss. Sending love & prayers.
Scott & Mary Hardesty.
October 20, 2013
To the Hamby family, we are so very sorry for the loss of Ralph. You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. With deepest sympathies, Jack & Brandy Black
Jack Black
October 20, 2013
Darren, I am so sorry for the loss of your father, my deepest sympathy to you and your entire family.
Judy Atha
October 20, 2013
MAY GOD BLESS YOUR YOU ALL
Jay Kathy Hindel
October 20, 2013
Carol and family,
Hold tight to all the precious memories you share. We remember the barn dances and western square dancing. May God put his loving arms around you and give you peace.
David & Sharon Stoneburner
October 20, 2013
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Jerry & Donna Frazier
Jerry & Donna Frazier
October 20, 2013
Carol and Family our prayers go out to you and the family. He will be missed alot.
Rex and Paula Cullins
October 20, 2013
paul tyo
October 20, 2013
Cindi and Hanby family
So very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort during this time.
Tina Stratman Embrey
October 20, 2013
Jennifer and David-so sorry for your loss,
Kathy Shannon
October 20, 2013
Our thought's and prayers are with you all.Ralph was a man of integrity who left a mark on so many lives.
Tim&Kim Lowe
October 20, 2013
Dear Carol and family,
So sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. He enjoyed life so much and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Teisinger family
Mildred Teisinger
October 20, 2013
To the Ralph Hanby Family
I did not get to know Ralph very long but I always enjoyed visiting with him.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Hanby family.
Bob Ferguson
October 20, 2013
A great man has gone to even a greater place. Our deepest sympathy for the entire Hanby family.
Brad & Tina Cass
October 20, 2013
Dear Carol and family! I am so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing! I remember him as a young girl growing up, when you would visit Grandma Miller in Toboso. He was always so kind! May God comfort you and may the memories forever keep him close at heart! Mary (Sis) Miller-Smith
Mary Miller-Smith
October 20, 2013
Carol and family, you have my sympathy.
October 20, 2013
CAROL & THE HAMBE FAMELY SO SOREY TO HEAR THAT RALPS HAS PAST HE WIL BEE MIST MAY GOD BLESS US ALL DOUG&JUDY OF NASHPORT
DOUG&JUDY ELEKES
October 20, 2013
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