RALPH-MARTIN-Obituary

RALPH G. MARTIN

New York, New York

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MARTIN--Ralph G., author of "Jennie: The Life of Lady Randolph Churchill" and other worldwide best-selling historical biographies, died peacefully at age 92, at his home at Kendal on Hudson in Sleepy Hollow, NY. His formative personal and professional milestone was reporting for "Stars and...

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Ralph is to this day is remembered for being a wonderful grandfather, and for his kindness and humor.

Some of my best memories of growing up are intertwined with the entire Martin family. So much of my time was spent in their home. I remember Mr. Martin walking among his beloved daffodils and working in the garden. He could be found working in the famous grey barn or downstairs in his book lined study. He always made time for Elizabeth and I and could be counted on for a smile and his wonderful laugh. I send my love and condolences to the entire family-and also my thanks for being such an...

It is hard to express how important Ralph (and Marjorie ) were to me during my childhood. He was always warm and supportive and helped me feel good.

Ralph was always warm and welcoming to me. He had a great sense of humor. I can think of few people who led the life they wanted to have as he did.

I have fond memories of Mr. Martin from my high school days when I was a friend of his daughter, Liz. I loved visiting Liz and her family and hearing her father's wonderful stories of visiting England to do research for his writing. I send my deepest condolences to Liz and her family.

I have fond memories of Mr. Martin from my high school days when I was a friend of his daughter, Liz. I loved visiting Liz and her family and hearing her father's wonderful stories of visiting England to do research for his writing. I send my deepest condolences to Liz and her family.

Lorraine Podwika, Seattle, Washington

We remember Ralph Martin from our childhood, when he and Marjorie were dear friends with our parents, Ed and Josephine Cunningham. We remember him as a warm and joyful person with a wonderfully infectious laugh. We send our deepest condolences to his family.

Joanne and Karen Cunningham

Ralph added a great deal to our community at Kendal on Hudson. We will miss his many WWII stories and those about famous people as well as his sunny personality.