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Ralph Huston Obituary

Ralph Huston Ralph Huston, 86, Sun City, AZ, formerly of Topeka, died peacefully January 5, 2014. He was raised in Chicago, IL and graduated from Ornaga Military School, Ornaga, IL. Ralph served in the Marines during WWII. He graduated from Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana. After college, he became a Special Agent of the FBI for 25 years. After retiring, he and his beloved wife Pat, of 65 years, moved to Sun City, AZ. He belonged to St. Clement Catholic Church. He is survived by four sons, Michael (Linda), Steve (Sue), Peter (Melea), of Topeka, Tim (Liz), of Overland Park, KS; a daughter, Judy (Richard) Berg, of Minnesota; ten grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; brother-in-law, Pete (Marilyn) Arndt and cousins, Jim and Jean Fresse, plus many other cousins. Memorial contributions can be made to a hospice of your choice.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jan. 8, 2014.

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March 24, 2014

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one, Ralph Huston `45. On behalf of the Officers and Members of the Onarga Military School Alumni Association. John Friebel Secretary

Patti Hill

January 14, 2014

Pete and Huston Family
Sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all

January 13, 2014

Hello to all the Hustons, one of my memories of Ralph was he had one very hearty hand shake. Now he can enjoy a life in heaven--maybe St. Pete will use him to welcome everyone at the pearly gates. May his soul rest in peace-he was a guinely good person. We need more people like him.
Larry & Jane Hesse & family

Rick Strecker

January 11, 2014

To the Huston family,
Please accept the condolences and prayers of Hayden Catholic High School. Our thoughts are with with you. May God Bless,

Kenneth Elise Pearce

January 11, 2014

A great friend, a great American, a true patriot..God Bless..Pearce's

Mary Beth Lemoine

January 9, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to all of the Hustons. We had many good times together!

January 9, 2014

To The Dear Huston Family: We hope the memories you have shared will sustain you at this time of sorrow. What an extraordinary life he lived, and what a legacy he leaves in his children and grandchildren and others whose lives he touched. With love and deepest sympathy, Keith and Lleanna McReynolds

Christine Zeller

January 8, 2014

Mike, Linda and the entire Huston family, I am so sorry to see that your Dad, Grandpa has passed on to Heaven. He is celebrating his life in Heaven with Jesus now, may you all find comfort in that. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most sad time. All my best-Christine (Milazzo) Zeller and Family

Sherry Clayton

January 8, 2014

Sorry to hear the sad news. Wishing all of the Huston family peace and comfort.

Cathy Novak-Wood

January 8, 2014

Houston family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Deepest sympathy,
Cathy Novak-Wood

January 8, 2014

May the perpetual light shine upon Ralph!
May the Holy Spirit Comfort you thru your loss.

Susie & Bob Sachs

January 8, 2014

To the Huston Family: So sorry to hear of your Father's passing. May you and he be blessed with Gods Comfort. Prayers for you all.

RoxAnn Artzer-Crowder

January 8, 2014

Sorry for the loss of your father. He was quite a delight to work for in the Topeka FBI Office.

John Finucane

January 8, 2014

To the Huston family and especially Patricia and Judy Huston-Berg:

Words can't express how deeply saddened I was to have learned of Ralph's passing. I'm sure he shall be greeted in paradise by many, many adoring friends! And would that not be some party. I can certainly remember and cherish the times our parents frequently got together at each other home's, Shawnee Country Club, and school activities whether at Most Pure Heart or Hayden High School. Please accept my deepest condolences and you and your families shall and always be in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Decker

January 8, 2014

Huston family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have such fond memories of our families together and in MN. May you find comfort that Ralph is at peace. Bless you all. Mary T. Schnellbacher

Rick Young

January 8, 2014

Tim, Liz and the Huston family so sorry to hear the news, Ralph was a big part of my life growing up. He was a great guy and will be missed. thoughts and prayers your way

Marge (Walters) Cooper

January 8, 2014

Huston Family,
I'm sorry for the loss of your Father. Your Family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Hayden Class of 67

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