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RALPH WILBER Obituary

RALPH WILBER Ralph Wilber passed away on December 30, 2023, at Keuka Comfort Care Home in the presence of loved ones. Ralph was his own man, set in his own ways (which frustrated some), and not the most social person (which also frustrated some). He lived most of his life in the area around Penn Yan, N.Y., 40+ years on Sid White Road, Bluff Point, N.Y. In his later years he always said what a blessed life he had. He was predeceased by his beloved mother Ruth and many other family and friends who helped raise him. He is survived by his patient and wonderful wife of 44 years Anne, son Kristopher (Shawna) Wilber, daughter Trisha (Bryan) Bobo, and four beautiful grandchildren, Jackson and Reese Wilber and Calliope and Finn Bobo, many high school friends, and a precious friend (one last light blink). He loved to bowl and made a lot of lifelong friends because of bowling. He always wished he could have bowled that elusive 300! He also found relaxation in mowing his lawn and watching sports. "Sometimes I sit and think, sometimes I just sits". In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Keuka Comfort Care Home, 35 NY-54, Penn Yan, NY 14527. Arrangements were made by Townsend-Wood and Zinger Funeral Home in Penn Yan. Memorial Service will be at Townsend-Wood and Zinger Funeral Home on February 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. with a celebration immediately following at Brock's Bowl & Pizzeria in Penn Yan. Memories of Ralph may be shared with his family and friends at townsendwoodzinger.com.

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Published by The Chronicle-Express from Jan. 3 to Jan. 11, 2024.

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Richard Reese

December 18, 2024

As the controller at Finger Lakes Community, I held a lot of trust in Ralph and valued his opinions and judgement. I was saddened when he decided to leave, knowing his replacement had some sizable shoes to fill. It was my respect for his abilities that I immediately asked him to return to the college to fill the finance role at the FLCC Association on a temporary basis until we could find a permanent replacement. As always, he did a fine job. I know Ralph to be a kind and thoughtful human being who will be missed by all who had the good fortune to know him.
Richard Reese

Richard Reese

February 6, 2024

I was sorry to hear the news of Ralph´s passing. I worked extensively with Ralph when he became the first person to fill the new title of Controller at Finger Lakes Community College. It goes without saying that when the College transitioned to its new financial reporting system, we all came to rely on Ralph´s careful project oversight role, resulting in the flawless transfer to the new system. I was forever grateful for all of his efforts and knew there important shoes to fill the day he elected to retire.
Richard Reese

Jeff Andrysick

January 9, 2024

Dear Anne and family,
Jodi and I are really sorry for your lose. Ralph was a very special person and was extremely kind and supportive of Jodi and me. He along with Anne were the most emotionally supportive people for our former business HAfunland, always coming for pizza and completely loyal to us. I felt so comfortable with Ralph I even opened up about my tough childhood to him. He was kind of like a father figure to me. He was a real gentleman thru and thru! I love Ralph and send my love to Anne and the kids. Love, Jeff and Jodi

Jeff + Jodi Andrysick

January 9, 2024

We are so heart broken to hear that Ralph has passed. He always made us smile. His kindness could only be matched by Anne's. Love to you all!

Janet Edwards

January 5, 2024

Anne and family. So sorry for your loss

Carla(Bodine )Milburn

January 4, 2024

This is so sad but I have lots of memories of Ralph. When we moved to Penn Yan I was in 4th grade, believe it or not I was very shy and scared, Ralph was the very first one to befriend me. I have never forgotten that. We went all through school together. He bowled on my Dad's and brothers league, Bodine Trucking. He was a very sweet person and he will be missed by all who loved him. RIP dear ole friend

Fred DeWick

January 4, 2024

So sorry to hear of Ralph's passing, he did business with me and was a pleasure to talk with.

My condolences to the Family.

Fred DeWick

Char Colotti

January 4, 2024

Ralph's words were so comforting to me at the funeral service for our Mom many years ago. And Ralph always put a smile on my face at the Meyer Family picnics, always being his sarcastic self, with humor. We will miss you, Ralph. RIP

Char & Carl Colotti

Jo Meyer

January 3, 2024

I will always think of Ralph when we had annual family picnics. He loved my sister's 'green' fruit salad. He was witty and fun to be around. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.
Jo Meyer

Linda Robison

January 3, 2024

Dear Anne and family. So sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. He was always a good time at our family picnics. He will be missed. Take care of yourselves.
Love always,
Linda Robison

Steve Patchett

January 3, 2024

So sorry that I didn´t get down to PY to visit with Ralph before his passing. We grew up together and maintained a special friendship for all these years. Rest in Peace good friend and Thank you for all you good words throughout our lives. Always a Friend . Steve Patchett

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