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Ralph Wilhelm
Ralph was born in Valley City, ND. His family moved to Puyallup, WA in 1942. In 1943 at the age of 15, he joined the U.S. Merchant Marine, serving our country through WWII.
Ralph worked for Seattle City Lights in the Range Service Department. He retired after 30 years of service to the community. Later, he worked for ten years for the City of Woodway.
Ralph was also very active in other organizations and had a variety of hobbies including Air Force's M.A.R.S. Ham Operators, Boy Scouts (he received the Order of the Arrow), certified Master Gardener, was a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics, an avid hiker, cat fancier and a collector of unique cookie jars.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Arline; one son, Howard; stepson, Howard; and stepdaughter, Sherrie.
He is survived by two daughters-in-law, one son-in-law, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on February 5, 2011 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Club House, 20617 28th Avenue W, Lynnwood, WA.
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Memories and Condolences
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4 Entries
March 2, 2011
my favorite uncle.............I love your laugh, My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Patti (Wilhelm) Chartrey
Martin Wilhelm
March 1, 2011
Just heard. My condolences. Ralph was a great guy and uncle!
Larry Wilhelm
March 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy for my uncles family. With the fondest memories, love Larry A. Wilhelm
February 5, 2011
Send deepest sympathy to you all in this time of bereavement. We will continue to pray for the family. Sincerely Aaron, Mary, and Tamika Rucker
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