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1938

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2025

Ralph Challingsworth Obituary

ST. MARYS - Ralph L. Challingsworth, 86, of 101 Robin Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully Wednesday (March 26, 2025) at his residence.
Funeral arrangements are under direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc.

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Published by The Bradford Era from Mar. 26 to Mar. 28, 2025.

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Joan VanHorn

April 7, 2025

Nancy and family, I extend my sympathy to you all. I have many memories of Ralph, he always had a smile for everyone. Rest in peace Ralph. Joan Moyer VanHorn

Gloria Dietz

April 3, 2025

Ralph was one of the best! Nancy and family, we send our Thoughts and Prayers! RIP Ralph

jack Kostkas

April 3, 2025

Ralph and I were closer than brothers. I will surely miss him. Rest in peace Ralph

Lee Dunkle

April 1, 2025

I was older when I got into trap shooting and Ralph was my mentor. He helped me and taught me so much about the sport. I always called him "Swabbie" because he was ex-navy and I was retired Army. I'm going to miss you Ralph. "Til Vahalla!"

Carolyn Novosat Jeter

March 30, 2025

Ralph and I were both born in the town of Byrnedale. We went to school together. And I remember him with a smile on his face the sweetest guy may you rest in peace Ralph.

Carolyn Novosat Jeter

March 30, 2025

I was born in the town of Byrnedale as was Ralph. We went to school together. I remember him has been the sweetest guy that always had a smile on his face, though I haven´t seen him in years I will miss him. Rest in peace, Ralph.

Carolyn Novosat jeter

March 30, 2025

I was born and raised in Byrnedale as was Ralph. We went to school together. I remember he was the nicest, sweetest guy always had a smile on his face although I haven´t seen him in years, I will miss just knowing him, Carolyn.

Steve Fitch

March 28, 2025

I was proud to know you and shoot with you for many years, rest in peace my friend.
My condolences to the family.

Joe Miz

March 28, 2025

You are the best friend anyone could ever have going to miss you lol rest in peace my friend

Vaughn

March 28, 2025

I will miss my brother and be able to talk with him on our birthdays. I love you, Ralph.

Jon Reitz

March 27, 2025

Rest In Peace Ralph. You will be missed by so many people.
Jon Reitz

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