Ralph Strope Obituary
69, of Burgettstown, died Tuesday, September 22, 2009, in Weirton Medical Center, Weirton, WV. He was born Jan. 19, 1940 in Cedar Grove, a son of the late Ralph M. and Frances Babish Strope, Sr. Prior to retirement, Mr. Strope was employed as a Certified Public Accountant for the U.S. Treasury, Internal Revenue Service. He was a U.S. veteran during the Vietnam War. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a car enthusiast. Husband of Frani Bartoletti Strope; father of Monica (Anthony) Gross of Burgettstown and Ralph M. (Jennifer) Strope, III of Sheridan, Oregon; grandfather of Anna and Gabriel Strope, Justina and Anthony Gross and Emily Strope; brother of twin Roy (Carole) Strope of Upper St. Clair and brother of Lee Strope of Langeloth, Larry (Karen) Strope of Anderson, SC, Marv (Barb) Strope of New Cumberland, WV, Chuck Strope of Colliers, WV and the late Perry Strope (wife Lola of Weirton, WV). Friends will be received from 2-4 & 7-9PM Friday, September 5, and 10:00am to noon on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009 in the TAUCHER FUNERAL HOME, 23 Erie Mine Road, Burgettstown, where services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday where full military rites will be accorded by Slovan-Burgettstown VFW. Other arrangements will be held at the convenience of the family.
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Naomi (Phillips) Norcott
October 13, 2009
My condolences to the entire Strope family, especially Ralph's brothers. I did get to see Ralph a couple years ago at the annual Langeloth picnic and we had a few laughs together. Even tho' I was the pesky kid on the "other end" of the street, Ralph was always kind to me. He will be sadly missed.
Frank Cannetti
September 25, 2009
To Ralph's family: I worked with Ralph at the IRS for many years as his Branch Chief and I always admired him as a great employee who always took care of business. I truly enjoyed working with him and shared his enthusiam for cars. Unfortunately I did not get a chance to see him at the last IRS "old timers" lunch that he attended and missed seeing him at the one that was held in May. We will all miss him and while time will help erase some of the pain, if will never erase the fond thoughts we will all have of his warm smile and kind words. May he rest in peace and my thoghts and prayers are will him and you. Frank
Sandy
September 25, 2009
I was lucky enough to grow up with Ralph(Daddy) for the past 23 years. He always had a smile and a hug for me. He always embraced me and my family as if we were his own. I miss him dearly, but have years of memories in my mind and his love in my heart. Mom, Mon and Ralphie...I love you all and will be here whenever you need a hug.
Michele "Larkey" Caban
September 25, 2009
We are truly sorry for your loss. Please know that my family and myself will pray for God to lighten your pain and to Always surround you with Great memories and lots of Love.
Sincere Condolences, Virginia Larkey, Christal "Larkey" Cowden and Missi Larkey
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Vera Haspel
September 24, 2009
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.
Jay & Judy Fenton
September 24, 2009
Monica and Family~
I was truly shocked to hear about your Father. Please know that we are thinking of you and yours and our hearts and prayers are with you all.
Jackie Cook
September 24, 2009
My condolences to th family of Ralph Strope. I worked with Ralph at the IRS. When I first met him, he made me feel welcomed there. I had great respect for him because he respected me also. I will never forget all the good times we had and the good chocolate that he would give me at Christmas time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of your bereavement. May you find strenghth in the Lord and that He will surround you with peace, grace and love.
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