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Always enjoyed hearing and talking to Ralph on the radio. Was expecting to hear him on today but now know why I didn't. 73s and RIP my radio friend. Condolences to his family.
David Davis
February 07, 2026


Cardington, Ohio
Jun 30, 1963 – Jan 30, 2026 (Age 62)
CARDINGTON - Ralph R. Carder, 62, of Cardington, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026. Services by Snyder Funeral Homes of Mount Gilead.
Read MoreAlways enjoyed hearing and talking to Ralph on the radio. Was expecting to hear him on today but now know why I didn't. 73s and RIP my radio friend. Condolences to his family.
David Davis
February 07, 2026
One of the nicest guys to talk with on shortwave radio. I made a recording of him a few years ago at the top of the 40 meter band where licensed radio hobbyists gather to share stories and technical discussions. Here, he describes the "modern" novelty of listening to shortwave on a smartphone. He is transmitting on equipment 60 some odd years old. Will miss talking with you, Ralph. https://archive.org/details/kb-8-bka-kiwi
Paul Courson
February 07, 2026
RIP Ralphie, my condolences to the family. I've known Ralph for many years. Worked with him at Sycon in Marion and here at CYT. We were bowling partners in Marion taking the Championship that season. May God bless you and keep you safe.
Timothy M Keller
February 04, 2026