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Ralph Russell Obituary
Beloved husband of Mary A. Russell (nee Mikels); dearest father of Adam B. and Sidney Russell; dear father-in-law of Andrea 'Dre' Russell; grandfather of Devun Pecher; dearest son of Bob and Jean Russell; brother of Jim Russell; our dear nephew, uncle, brother-in-law, son-in-law, cousin and friend.Services: The Stygar Family of Funeral Service is caring for the Russell family at the STYGAR FLORISSANT CHAPEL, 13980 New Halls Ferry Rd. (at Lindbergh), where friends are invited to celebrate Ralph's life at a memorial gathering on Saturday, August 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to BJC Hospice, American Cancer Society or Missouri Baptist Cancer Center. In keeping with Ralph's wishes, his body was donated to medical research. www.stygar.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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BILL AND BETTY FLEMING
August 7, 2006
I WORKED AND PLAYED WITH RALPH FROM 1973 UNTIL I MOVED TO HOUSTON IN 1982.A BETTER GUY YOU WILL EVER KNOW. I HAVE SO MANY MEMEORIES THAT IT WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE TO FORGET HIM. I AM SURE EVERYONE CAN SAY THE SAME THING. HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY ALL.
Pat Denny
August 7, 2006
I am fortunate to say that Ralph was my friend and classmate at McBride. I extend my deep and sincere condolences to his wife, children, family, classmates and friends. Heaven will be a livier place with Ralph as a resident.
Jules and Michelle Eversgerd
August 4, 2006
Mary, Adam, Sidney and family,
I worked, played softball, golfed
and drank a few beers with Ralph and like most everyone else who got to know Ralph we laughed and had more fun than we probably should have. He loved and was very proud of his family. I want to express my deepest sympathy, he will be greatly missed by all.
Kevin Checkett
August 3, 2006
It might be said by some at McBride that neither Ralph nor I was at the top of our class, were confused as being the best athletes, or holy enough to be president of the Sodality, and maybe we gave the good brothers a harder time than they deserved, but we had a great time.
Although at most high schools the class president takes on the post-graduation reunion duties, somehow with us that job befell Ralph. He was Mr. McBride to the class of '69. He organized and was the life of the party for each and every reunion and golf tournament we have had in the last thirty seven years.
Over the years Ralph and I talked about getting together to fish Tablerock, and maybe even have a '69 bass tournament. Sadly, we never got around to it, and that I greatly regret.
Diane & Mike Leverenz
August 3, 2006
Mary & Family,
Ralph will truly be missed....used to work with the both of you and Mary and I were in each others weddings. We lost touch over the years but recently got back in touch due to our kids. I'm so glad that happened recently and that we got to see you and Ralph and we will have our old memories to keep him close in our hearts always.
Love & Prayers to You All,
Bob Scanlon
August 2, 2006
Ralph was a fellow '69 classmate at McBride and one of the truly great guys I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. Always fun to be with, a great wit, and always bringing everyone into the fold with his magnetic personality. Being out of StLouis since '73, it's been hard to make the annual golf tournaments and such but it's not hard to remember Ralph - he is unforgettable. My thoughts and prayers are with him, and all of his family and friends.
Joe Nettemeyer
August 2, 2006
I have wonderful memories of Ralph from our years together at McBride. A quick joke and a hearty laugh was his way of bringing warmth and happiness into the room. He was a Special Person!
Mandy Aylward
August 2, 2006
My favorite memory of Ralph has to be at Rock Bridge. He was teaching me how to fish and no matter how many times I cast the line and ended up snagged on the rocks he untangled the line for me. That was the best family vacation I have ever been on and it wasn't my own family! That's how the entire Russell family makes you feel, just like part of the family. Love you all.
Richard Ganahl
August 1, 2006
Ralph was my first friend at McBride. He was always quick with a laugh and a tremendous friend to all. His energy and happiness will be missed. RJ Ganahl, McBride '69
Kelly Jurotich
August 1, 2006
To the entire Russell family,
"When we die we take nothing with us that we have received, only that which we have given." - St. Francis of Assisi
Ralph gave us all so much... he will be so missed!! Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
TOM & ROSE MC CLARREN
August 1, 2006
EVERYONE WHO KNEW RALPH, KNOWS HE PERSONIFIED THE MEANING OF: "ONE OF A KIND"!! WHENEVER OR WHEREVER YOU MET HIM, HE ALWAYS MADE YOU FEEL GOOD. I ALWAYS THOUGHT HE IS A NATURAL AT THIS. HE WASN'T TRYING TO BE FUNNY, HE WAS JUST BEING RALPH!! HE MADE LOVING HIM PRETTY EASY!!! I DON'T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT MISSING HIM BECAUSE OF ALL THE GREAT MEMORIES I HAVE OF HIM. IF YOU LISTEN CLOSE WHEN IT'S REAL QUIET, YOU'LL BE ABLE TO HEAR THE PLEASNT ROAR OF THE FISHING BOAT HIM AND WILMES ARE IN RIGHT NOW!!
Greg Klocke
August 1, 2006
I saw Ralph once a year at our fishing tournament.He always made me feel like I was his best friend.
He was one of the reasons I so looked forward to it every year.The only way I can describe Ralph is he was extremely colorful.The world will never be same without him and God help the folks in heaven.I hope their ready.
Mimi Arnold
August 1, 2006
Love you all very much and you're in my thoughts & prayers!
Betty Allen
August 1, 2006
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Justin Deckard
August 1, 2006
Russells-
All my prayers are with your family in this time of grief. Ralph was a battler and an inspiration.
Barb, Ed, & Family The Herold Family
August 1, 2006
Our wish is that everyone knew your method for living large, holding all your friends forever, and your stong will that made everyone love you.
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