Photo courtesy of Toale Brothers Colonial Chapel - Sarasota
Jun 9, 1935 - Nov 26, 2017 (Age 82)
Dear Carrie and family,
My late husband Coleman and I were Ralph's buddies when he attended St. Christopher's and U of R. He was a great guy and always a pleasure to be with. We may have lost touch in years since, but those happy days are still with me.
May God's angels comfort you and your family as you move through these holidays without him.
Sincere sympathy,
Dottie Figg
Dottie Figg
December 10, 2017 | Richmond, VA | Friend
Ralph Savoye Major Jr., 82 of Sarasota, FL passed away on November 26, 2017. He was born on June 9, 1935 in Norfolk, VA. Ralph graduated from St. Christopher's School in Richmond, VA and attended the University of Richmond. He served in the United States Army.He is preceded in death by his parents Miriam and Ralph Major Sr. Ralph is survived by his wife of 37 years, Carrie Lee Major; children, Michelle Irby (Claiborne), Ralph III (Joanne), Stephene, Scott; stepchildren, Matt Mathews (Annemarie), Drew Mathews (Katja), Tim Mathews (Mariam); and his 13 cherished grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.He loved his career as a medical supply distributor and owned his own company until retiring in 1988. Ralph moved from Richmond, VA to Irvington, VA in 1988 and then moved from Irvington to Boca Grande, Fla in 1992 before settling in Sarasota in 2001. He enjoyed his membership at the Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club while in Irvington.Ralph loved playing golf at the Lemon Bay Golf Club and his membership in The Boca Grande Men's Club while in Boca Grande. He was a active member of The Church of the Redeemer in Sarasota, including serving on the Altar Guild. The Church of the Redeemer was a very important part of his life. He loved being on the water (including the Chesapeake Bay and the Gulf) and enjoyed sailing and boating over the years. A memorial service will be held on Monday, December 18, 2017 at 11:30 AM at The Church of the Redeemer.Memorial donations may be made to The Church of the Redeemer, 222 South Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236 or The Child Protection Center, 720 S. Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236. Toale Brothers Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements.
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