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RALPH COSHAM Obituary
RALPH HOWARD COSHAM
Of Reston, VA on September 30, 2014 at Reston Hospital. He was born February 25, 1936 in Eastbourne, Sussex England. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; children Howard, Richard, Jon, Geoffrey and Victoria; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Isabelle, Olivia, Josiah, Tabitha and Rory; brothers David (Margaret) and Allan (Sara); beloved in-laws; nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held to celebrate Ralph Cosham at the Reston Community Center, Center Stage, 2310 Colts Neck Rd., Reston, VA on October 20, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association in Ralph's name. Arrangements by Lyles Funeral Service, Eric S. Lyles, Director.1 800 388-1913
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Memories and Condolences
for RALPH COSHAM
Deb Sewell
April 13, 2022
Like many others, we've not met but you've brought so many personalities into my life, enriching the stories you tell. I'm just now learning of your passing and it makes me so sad. I would think you would have made the most amazing dinner guest as your knowledge would be spread over endless topics, having read such diverse books. But, I shall miss your capturing the characters in Louise Penny's books the very most. My condolences to your family and my appreciation to them for sharing your voice with the literary world.
Maureen Fischer
April 9, 2022
Dear Ralph,
I only discovered Louise Penny´s Inspector Gamache series recently, and thus discovered you. Her writing draws me in, and your voice brings it to life in the most cherished way. I only discovered your passing today, and I can´t imagine Armand´s voice without you giving it life. Though I just `met´ you, and I will miss you, you can be sure I will be searching for books where your strong, beautiful, comforting voice will be bringing them to life. As it has been, and is now 8 years later, we know that you will live on because of the gifts you gave us, your appreciative and loyal listeners. Thank you
James Nugent
July 31, 2021
My favorite voice in the whole wide world. Anything you read I fall in love with. I feel like you are a great grandfather I never had the same pleasure to meet. Rest easy Mr. Cosham. You are still alive through your voice.
Krissi
November 29, 2020
I am a fan of Ralph Cosham. His voice gave the novels of Louise Penny, C S Lewis, Doyle, Conrad, Kipling ... heft and beauty; clean lines of sound that equally comforted and inspired. I hope he loved his work as much as I enjoyed finding a work narrated by him. Thank you.
Lori Wright
November 6, 2014
Mr. Cosham's storytelling has been a treasured delight. I am sorry to hear of his passing and I'm grateful for his wonderful legacy of well read stories.
Richard Malishchak
November 1, 2014
Ralph Cosham, you never knew me, but you were my friend. Thank you for all the stories you have told me. Your audiobook readings have enriched and continue to enrich my life.
American Heart Association
October 19, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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