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Rik Henderson
February 16, 2017
Ralph, its been only a short time, yet its seems so long ago already. You came into my life at the "perfect" time. And later became my sharing, caring, hardworking, always had your back "regardless", devoted, dedicated, funny, falling asleep snoring and waking yourself up because it was so loud, always with a contagious smile wearing, and always loving Step Father. Can we do without the word step, just this one time? Thanks, I knew you would understand!! Rik
February 16, 2017
Ralph, Its been only a short time, feels like forever already I miss you so much already!! You came into my life at the perfect "time" and later became my beautiful, caring, hardworking, dedicated, devoted, understanding, and most loving husband to my mother, but also my Step Father. Can we do without the word step, just this one time? Thanks!! I knew you would understand. Love you!!! Rick
AJ "BUD" Esterkamp
February 6, 2017
Ralph was a good friend of mine and many others. His golden character was magnetic, who wouldn't like this man..
We shared a lot of thoughts & shared challenging moments during our journey. Like many, I'll miss Ralph, he was a very dear friend & God-Father to my daughter..Love ya buddy..RIP my friend..
Elizabeth Esterkamp
February 5, 2017
Tim and Buffy,
Alicia and I have so many wonderful memories of being with all of you. Your dad was so generous, kind and funny. Our thoughts are with you and of course, him.
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Teresa Garrett
February 3, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss! Buffy, Tim and your families, you have my deepest sympathy. I feel your pain and I am so sorry that you are going through this. Your dad was a great man! He was so kind and always full of smiles. I am so thankful I got to see him a couple times over the last few years. He hadn't changed a bit, we all just got a little older. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brad Bailey
February 3, 2017
So sorry to hear of the loss of Ralph...we have such wonderful memories from the Little League Days and thru the years...I always said when we played Golf w/him that I was playing w/the two best-looking men in Orlando...we have missed you and always will...Brad, Vickie Sue, Gary and David Bailey...
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