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Ralph Genrich Obituary
Irondequoit: Unexpectedly on Sunday, February 2, 2014 at the age of 50. Predeceased by his mother, Mary Ellen. He was the center of the universe for his wife and daughters, Deborah (Berman), Heather & Stephanie. He will be missed dearly by his father, Ralph E. Genrich Jr. and brothers, Gregory (April), Jonathan (Tonia) & Stephen Genrich. Ralph was blessed by his brothers to share the joy and love of nephews & nieces, Christopher, Alicia, Hunter, Joshua, Mary & Ashley Genrich.
Ralph leaves behind him a legacy where his passion for growing beautiful plants will continue at Genrich's Garden Center, Florist & Greenhouses in Irondequoit.
His family will receive friends THURSDAY 1-3pm & 6-9pm at the funeral home (570 Kings Hwy South). Friends are invited to meet the family FRIDAY 11:30am at St. Kateri at Christ the King Church for his funeral service. Interment private at White Haven Memorial Park. To share a memory or send the family a condolence, please visit www.harrisfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Genrich
February 15, 2014
Deb and family, Erin and I just heard about Ralph's passing; we are so sorry! we had the nicest chat with Ralph when we picked up our tree and you both always put a smile on our face when we walked through the door. We are blessed to have known Ralph and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Genrich Family Tom and Erin Roth
February 13, 2014
Dear Deb and family, We just heard about the passing of Ralph and would like to extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Sincerely,Lisa and Jim Zaccour
Kara Kofler
February 13, 2014
Deb and family,
My deepest sympathy on Ralphs passing. So young and full of life. You are all in my thoughts and prayers! He will always live on in your hearts. such a caring and loving man.
love,
Kara Kofler
Sally Weidert
February 12, 2014
Deb and family, as everyone we are shocked about Ralph's passing so very suddenly. His smile an helpful advise at the greenhouse was always something to look forward to. Our hearts are saddened for all of the Genrich's. Thoughts, prayers and love to you all.
Sally & Rudy weidert
Susan Smart
February 9, 2014
Deborah and family. So very sorry to hear about Ralph's passing. May your memories sustain you during this difficult time. Remembering the Genrich business with fondness. Jim and Sue smart
Lori Conway
February 8, 2014
Deb and Family,
Our Deepest Sympathy on your sudden loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori and Robert Conway
February 7, 2014
We are saddened by the loss of your son, father, brother and friend to many. Please know we uphold you in our thoughts and prayers. May God's love and peace surround you all.
The J. Harold Genrich Family ( Meg, John, Mark, Chuck, Susan )
Claudia Cashman
February 7, 2014
My heart goes out to the whole Genrich family. An enormous loss of a wonderful man. The sight of his big hands touching the earth so gently always brought a smile to my face. Blessings love and comfort to all.
February 6, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Genrich Family at this difficult time. May the memories of your brother, father, sonm and usband give you great strength during this difficult time. Thought are with you all... The Liput/Donnellon Family from Ohio
Connie & Jim Turner
February 6, 2014
Deborah and family, we are so sorry for your loss:) You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael Bogaski
February 6, 2014
My deepest sympathy for the family. I met Ralph long ago at Listwood school. Even though we have not connected in many years, my heart suffers a loss for your family. Wishing you eternal peace.
Ginny Nacy
February 6, 2014
Deb and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and in the months to come. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Gene & Cathy Gaesser
February 6, 2014
Ralphie Jr may you RIP. you are on a journey where there are many flowers. Your legacy , love of family , friends and others will never be forgotten. So young to go from this present world, but leave many, many memories for all of us to remember. God bless all the family during this time,
Cousin Gene
Jill Krutt
February 6, 2014
My beautiful cousin,
My heart aches for you and the girls. I so wish I could have made the trip to be with you but you know that I am there in spirit. He is definitely with a great group of people in heaven. I love you so much
Fil Amedeo
February 6, 2014
Dear Deb, Heather, Stephanie & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. No words can bring you comfort at this time, but know how much you all have touched people's lives a little each time we visited Genrich's. Ralph will be greatly missed.
February 6, 2014
To The Genrich Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for the sudden loss of Ralph. He will be truly missed.
The Frear Family
February 6, 2014
Our condolences to Ralph,Jr. and Family.
With heartfelt sincerity,
Robert and Mary Ann Van Hise
Patty Schmidt
February 6, 2014
Deb,
Our family has you in our thoughts and prayers at this time. The sadness that we feel lets us know that he profoundly and positively impacted those that he knew.
Todd Efing @ Van Putte Gardens
February 6, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. May God bring you peace. Ralph was a wonderful gentleman. He will be missed.
February 6, 2014
I am so sorry to hear the news about Ralph. He will be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori
Julie Fraczek
February 5, 2014
Deb, Heather and Steph, thinking of you every day. So very sorry for the loss of this amazing man who has touched so many lives. Love and hugs to all of you. We are here if there is anything at all that we can do to help. We are thankful that we were blessed to have Ralph in our lives if only for a few short years.
Jonathan and John Leach-Keltos
February 5, 2014
Debra, Heather and Stephanie, words can't explain how sorry we are for your loss. We loved Ralph so much. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. We love you very much. Jonathan & John, JonJohn's Bakery.
Amy Donke
February 5, 2014
I'm deeply shocked and so sorry to hear of your loss, Genrich family. I learned so much working at Genrichs, skills and experience, along with a resilient work ethic that I've applied to evrry job and succeeded at every job with. I never would have gained these skills or gotten where I am today without Ralphy. I'm so sorry Ralph Jr, Deb, Heather, and Stephanie.
February 5, 2014
Deb, Heather and Stephanie, We are so very sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days to come. Sheila Ahr and Mel Rosengarden
Robert & Sheila Carafice
February 5, 2014
Sheila and I were shocked to hear of Ralph's passing. So, so sorry for your loss. Such a good and hard working man with a talent from God to make the earth and our town a greener place.
Eric Zeller
February 5, 2014
Oh my goodness, I am devastated. My sincerest condolences to everyone. Ralph was a wonderful guy and I always enjoyed seeing him. If you need anything, call me in Florida 305-743-2954. Eric Zeller
UNCLE JOHN
February 5, 2014
TO THE GENRICH FAMILY: SO SORRY TO HEAR OF RALPH,S PASSING. HE WAS AN EXCEPTIONAL PERSON,MY THOUGHTS &PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Jennifer Eike
February 5, 2014
Deb, Heather, and Stephanie, We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers. The Eike Family
Eric Blyth
February 5, 2014
I met Ralph at Listwood School a long time ago when we were both seven or eight years old. And while we lost communication after high school I remember him as a good and genuine and sincere friend. It is a better place for Ralph having been here. My condolences for your loss
Jean Chapman-Castle
February 5, 2014
I am deeply saddened to learn of Ralphie's passing. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
The Martell Family
February 5, 2014
To the Genrich Family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ralph will be missed. We all send our condolences.
Marilyn Talarico
February 5, 2014
My sincere sympathy too all the families, I will donate to heart, love Marilyn Green Talarico
Cindy Blair
February 5, 2014
Deb, God speed to all of your hearts.
Claire MacNaughton-white & family
February 5, 2014
Sorry for your loss.
Linda Drouin-Redfield
February 5, 2014
My deepest and sincerest sympathies go out to the entire Genrich family. We have known Ralph through Kevin K. for years and he will be greatly missed by all.
February 5, 2014
Genrich family
We are so sorry for your loss. Ralph was a wonderful person and loved his family very much. We hope for brighter days for all of you.
Colleen Hughes
February 5, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Bob and Kathy Dickson
February 5, 2014
To the Genrich family:
We read in disbelief the sudden passing of Ralph! As a devoted and loving son, husband and father, Ralph was a positive community asset to many Irondequoit neighbors; a close friend who was always ready and willing to answer all your gardening needs. We will surely miss Ralph! The Genrich family is in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Jane Bodnar
February 5, 2014
To the Genrich family
I am truly sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all of Irondequoit. He was a great human being. I will miss his great smile.
jane bodnar
February 5, 2014
To the Generic family
I am truly sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all in Irondequoit. He was an exceptional human being. I will miss him and his big smile.
Jo Rieley Mentz
February 5, 2014
Deb,
I can't imagine your pain. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Jim Scott
February 5, 2014
My condolences to the Genrich family. There are no words, but please know that I'm thinking of you during this difficult time. I have a lot of great memories with Ralph back in high school and the days when we worked at Wegmans. Ralph's memory will live on forever. RIP Ralph
An Irondequoit Resident
February 5, 2014
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Genrich family.
Dale and Terry Schacht
February 5, 2014
Heather...
Your friends in Ohio have you and your family in their hearts and prayers in the midst of this great sadness. We wish we could be there in person to share your remembrances about your dad.
Jen Nicoletti
February 5, 2014
Deb, Heather and Stephanie - my heart breaks for you over this shocking news. My mom called me yesterday and I just couldn't believe it, this just can't be...but sadly, it is. I want to wrap you all in my arms and make all the ache and sadness go away. You are a beautiful family and his love will always shine down on you. Big hugs, prayers and deepest sympathy - Jen Nicoletti
Jackie & Jim Maffett
February 5, 2014
Sending our love and prayers for the whole family
Vicki Doyle
February 5, 2014
Deborah - I can't believe my eyes. Please know that I am holding you and the girls in prayer. I am so very, very sorry.
Deborah Hale
February 5, 2014
I am so saddened about Ralph's death. He was such a helpful,steady presence at the greenhouse. The Rochester Garden Club will miss him very much.
February 5, 2014
He was your North, your South, your East, your West
He was your working week, he was your Sunday rest.
Wishing you comfort and peace.
Gently and with love,
Marie & Charlie Mirabella
Donna Green-sharp
February 5, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Wanda Spargur
February 4, 2014
Sending love and prayers to surround the Genrich family. So very sorry for the loss of my cousin Ralph.
Carol & Bob Tomasetti
February 4, 2014
Debbie our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Sincerest Sympathy.
Gloria Friedman
February 4, 2014
Condolances from Ron and Gloria Friedman and the staff of DAMOMICS Computers. Ralph has always "ranked up there" among my favorite customers to work with. Besides sharing the goal of "growing" a small business we just seem to share many business and family values. We look forward to continuing to work with Deborah and the rest of the Genrich family.
ellie kage
February 4, 2014
so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband and father. I will always have my memories of family parties for the Prawels and all the fun we all had. sorry I cant be up in NY.. love always Ellie
Scott & Sandi Miller and Family
February 4, 2014
Dear Deb, Heather, and Steph,
We are so very sorry for your loss. It was always clear that Ralph was the center of your universe, and that you were the center of his. He was truly one of a kind, and he will be greatly missed. We have so many fond memories of Ralphie Boy over the years, and we will cherish them. Thinking of you and your family with love.
John and Rebekah Lambrix
February 4, 2014
Our hearts are broken and we will miss Ralph very much. Sending you our love and support during this very difficult time.
Ken,Donna,Matt, Melissa Wahlers
February 4, 2014
Our sincerest sympathy for your great lost.
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