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John Ralls, Sr. Obituary

John Daniel Ralls Sr., of Groton, CT, 93, beloved husband of Eleanor (Evans) Ralls for 65 years, died August 16th. Born in Culpepper, VA, the son of Grant and Lillian (Glascoe) Ralls, John was a proud graduate of Westerly High School. He served 4 years in India during World War II as a Sergeant in the Army Corps of Engineers. After the war, John worked as a Floorman at Stonington's American Velvet for 43 years. John was a long-time member of Pleasant Street Baptist Church.
In addition to his wife, he'll be sadly missed by his four children: Ellen Jones, Pamela Thornton, John Ralls Jr., and Barbara Turner; numerous siblings and their spouses; three sons-in-law; six grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be this Friday, August 23, at the Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl Street, Mystic from 10 – 11a.m. immediately followed by the funeral service at 11. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in Mystic. In lieu of flowers, kindly send donations to the Pleasant Street Baptist Church Renovation Fund.

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Published by The Westerly Sun on Aug. 16, 2013.

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Barbara Ralls

August 10, 2020

Hi Daddy! We think of you everyday. We miss you and love you. But, we know where you are and that you are beyond "doing great." You are with the Wonder of this Universe. The Great I Am. So, we rest in the knowledge that you are doing more than okay. Love You, Barbara Ralls

Barbara Ralls

August 4, 2016

Daddy,
Today is the day that you were born. We are all so fortunate that God gave you to us. You always put us first, provided for our needs and wants, and took excellent care of us all. We love you and miss you.
Mommy said she misses you,dad.-"Your Wife"
Ralls Family
8-4-16

Barbara Ralls

June 19, 2016

In remembrance of you: Happy Father's Day. We love you, miss you, and will see you again. LOVE,Barbara J. Ralls,Johnny, Pamela,and Ellen. And Mommy, your wife,Eleanor.

Barbara Ralls

January 14, 2016

It's a new year daddy~2016. We miss you, love you, and will see you again one day.

October 3, 2015

Miss you, Daddy. Miss your wisdom. Love, Barbara Jean Ralls

Barbara Ralls

August 4, 2015

Happy BDay Daddy!!!! Love you & miss you. Barbara Jean

John Ralls

August 4, 2015

Happy Birthday Dad!!! Miss talking about baseball and the Red Sox with you. Miss You!!! John Ralls Jr.

Eleanor Ralls

August 4, 2015

I miss you, my love. I miss calling you "Dad" and you calling me "Mom."
Happy Birthday!!! Eleanor

June 21, 2015

Happy Father's Day, Daddy! Miss you and love you. I thank God every night that you are my earthly father.
Love~Barbara Ralls

What God put together, let no man put asunder.

Eleanor

March 24, 2015

I love my John. Sixty-five years together. I miss him now more than ever. John, we'll be reunited in heaven with Jesus.

Barbara Ralls

March 22, 2015

Miss you everyday Daddy. But, I know without a doubt where you are.
I've never been more sure than of this one thing. Love U, Barbara

Barbara Ralls

March 22, 2015

Miss you everyday Daddy. But, I know without a doubt where you are.
I've never been more sure than of this one thing. Love U, Barbara

August 29, 2013

Pam,

So sorry about your Dad. I am sure he is very happy now. Sounds like a wonderful person. I remember you speaking so highly of him way back then. Take care Pam,
Bud Eldridge (from college)

Gwen Briggs Cottman

August 23, 2013

God bless the Ralls Family. I will always remember Mr. Ralls, fondly. My prayers are with you at this time.

Joseph Jones

August 23, 2013

John was a great little league coach and a great grandfather.
Fair winds grandpa.

Audrey Turner

August 22, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time of loss. He will live on in your hearts. May the memories bring peace to your hearts and smiles to your lips. Deepest sympathies. Helen Turner. Audrey Turner

Arthur & Linda Horton

August 21, 2013

Ms. Eleanor and Family
Grace, Peace & Love, to you and your family through this time.
Arthur, Linda & Mamie

Vicki (Johnson) Lambert

August 21, 2013

I have many fond memories of Mr Ralls always being there for Mrs Ralls Girl Scout troop. They are both wonderful people and my thoughts are with the family. Sending a big hug to you Mrs Ralls I think of you often.

Darcenia Ramseur

August 21, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Donald Deane

August 21, 2013

Rest in peace John my condolences to the Ralls Family.
Don Deane

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