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Ralph Eder Obituary

Eder, Ralph H. Passed away July 17, 2012, at the age of 90. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Louise (nee Adler). Survived by daughters Wendy (Andy Simpson) Eder and Gail Eder, sons Jonathan (Debra) Eder and Daniel (Laura Peracchio) Eder. Grandfather of 10. Preceded in death by his brothers Irving and Harvey. Also survived by sister Theresa Simon, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Ralph was a 1943 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy in the class of 1944. He served in WWII aboard the USS Missouri and was present at the signing of the Japanese surrender on September 2, 1945. Ralph was founder and Chairman of In-Place Machining Company in Milwaukee. The funeral service will be held at 3:00PM, Thursday, July 19, at Congregation Shalom, 7630 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Fox Point. Burial will follow at Spring Hill Cemetery, 166 S. Hawley Ct., Milwaukee. Memorial donations may be made to the Congregation Shalom Educational Fund. GOODMAN-BENSMAN Whitefish Bay Funeral Home 4750 N. Santa Monica 414-964-3111 www.goodmanbensman.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jul. 18, 2012.

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Andrew Straus

February 14, 2021

I am a distant cousin of ralph´s wife, louise. Played as a child with ralph´s daughter, Wendy. If she reads this, would love to hear from her at [email protected]

Suzanne Pritzker

July 31, 2012

Another cousin passing. There are not many of of us left. Ralph was a vry special person. I rmember him passing us at Atwater Beach in his kyak on a summer day. Sad news. If you read this Terry, I would love to get in touch.

Suzy Eder Pritzker

Barbara Eder Shikora

July 29, 2012

Ralph and I were were first cousins. in our youth, we spent lots of time together on his boat (the shadow) and "clubbing" around town, and having good times!...He was a unique and wonderful guy, and I
I am sorry to hear ov his death

Teri

July 25, 2012

Ralph was a person who made a impact on many people. He will be thought of and missed by many.

Marilyn

July 18, 2012

Knowing him for 40 yrs. and remembering all the times Tony and I had with him.
Marilyn Mis (Greenfield)

jenny miller

July 18, 2012

The short time I spent with Ralph was life changing..I loved careing for him and he will be missed....he has made a life changing impact on me and had the same effect on others who cared for him...my condolences go out the the Eder family and all who knew him

Peggy Brill

July 18, 2012

Ralph was such a unique and remarkable spirit - I will miss our visits and know that you all will be comforted by the love and special memories that remain

Yakira and David Leevan

July 18, 2012

Remembering with you the life of Ralph Eder.A person as incredible as he are rare and we share in your loss.
Yakira, David, Sarah, Elyse and Jennifer Leevan

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