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See You Later
sharon carter
October 19, 2011

Paw Paw and Shelby 1999
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Ralph, Rosie, Seth, & Gavin 2004
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Ralph, Evan, & Gavin 2004
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Ralph & Shelby Thanksgiving 1996
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Ralph & Shelby 1998
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Ralph & Rosie 2000
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Ralph & Rosie 2000
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Paw Paw & Shelby in Winterboro 2001
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

PawPaw & Shelby 1997
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Christmas 2000
sharon carter
October 18, 2011

Ralph & Rosie Christmas 2010
sharon carter
October 17, 2011

Neal, Ralph, Jimmy, Terry, Jo, Pat 2010
sharon carter
October 17, 2011

Ralph & Rosie Labor Day 2010
sharon carter
October 17, 2011

Ralph Labor Day 2010
sharon carter
October 17, 2011

Ralph & Rosie Labor Day 2010
sharon carter
October 17, 2011

Ralph, Rose, Sharon, Shelby & Evan at Family Reunion 2003
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph (always working on something)
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralphs' Alaskan Catch 2007
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph and Rosie
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph - Cruisin' Alaska 2006
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph - Whale Watching - Alaska Cruise 2006
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph in Alaska 2007
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph and Rosie Alaska 2006
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph - Alaska Cruise 2006
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph and Rosie - Alaska Cruise 2006
Rosie Abbott
October 17, 2011

Ralph In Lakeland, FL
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Raiders lunch break at Sun N' Fun Lakeland, FL
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Paw Paw with Janie-bug May 2011
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Good Family, Good Friends, Good Food, Good Times!!!
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Ralph & Rosie In Cozumel Mexico 2011
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Ralph & Rosie In Cozumel, Mexico 2011
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Ralph & David Dunlap In Seldovia Alaska 2010
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Ralph in Seldovia 2010
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Ralph & Rosie in Alaska in 2010
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011

Paw Paw playing Santa
Sharon Carter
October 7, 2011
September 23, 2011
rosie so sorry for your and your family loss.you are in my prayers.
mildred homesley
PAT HASSLER
September 22, 2011
ROSIE,OUR HEARTS WERE BROKEN WHEN WE HEARD OF RALPHS DEATH.I WISH WE COULD BE THERE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS.RALPH WAS A WONDERFUL MAN, LOVE BOB AND PAT HASSLER AND MARY HARRELL
Glenna Moore
September 21, 2011
Rosie
While my heart aches with sadness it gives me comfort to have had Ralph in my life and to count him as a true friend. He was a fine yarn spinner. I will miss that along with his humor. I am now and have sent much love and countless prayers your way since hearing this tragic news. Please, you all take care of yourselves.
Jackie McGilberry
September 21, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Rosie and the family. Ralph was such a kind and gentle man, that will be missed by so many. My last conversation with Ralph was him trying to sale me on Alaska, told me there was a Wal-Mart there!! May God wrap his loving arms around each of you and carry you through the days ahead. Praying for you all!
Ladelle Goray
September 21, 2011
Love You Uncle Ralph!
Ed Christie
September 21, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Fleming's
September 21, 2011
We love you Aunt Rosie, Eric, Wade, Sharon and Kids. There will never be another Uncle Ralph, he was one of a kind and I miss him already. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Uncle Ralph At Our Family Christmas
Loretta Fleming
September 21, 2011
Debra Hill
September 21, 2011
Rosie, I am so sorry for the loss of Ralph. I have always thought the world of You & Ralph!!!!! I know that you will be lost without him. I will keep you and the family in my prayers.
Debra Sue (Gower) Hill
Debby Owen
September 21, 2011
Rosie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prays are with you and your family during these difficult times. This is such a shock for all now but I know that Ralph is entertaining everyone is heaven as he did on earth. Know that God is your comfort during this time.
Ronnye Jackson
September 21, 2011
I am sure that Ralphs spirit is flying over Mt. Mckinnley in the most beautiful airplane that one can imagine. We love you and are sorry for your loss. Ralph was a very kind and loving man. I know you will look forward to joining him in heaven. Jo and Ronnye Jackson
Barry and Sherry Hagan
September 21, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Peggy Berryman
September 21, 2011
Rosie,
So sorry for your loss. Although words can do so little, I want you to know that you have my deepest sympathy. I will always remember our chance meeting in Birmingham and having lunch together.
Barry & Ellen Sherrill
September 21, 2011
Rosie and Family - We were proud to know Ralph and will always hold the highest admiration for him. We will miss his wit and his positive outlook.
Michelle Urban
September 21, 2011
Oh, Rosie, we are so sorry for your lost. Debby Owen was the first to alert me. She couldn't believe it was Ralph. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can do anything, please let me know.
Michelle Urban

You have touched so many lives..U R Loved
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

"God made this world for us to enjoy. I'm enjoying"
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

What a blessing to be with you in your Alaska
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

Ralph said I was charmed. We saw a whale!
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

Ralph said "Enjoy life, it's to short to waste".
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

Ralph & Rosie's Alaska. Precious memories.
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

Beautiful Alaska, beautiful friends, beautiful memories
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

Ralph's Alaska. Resting in Homer, Alaska.
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

Ralph loves...Rosie & Alaska
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011

Ralph cherished family and life. He will be missedo
Gwen Valenti
September 21, 2011
Wanda Speaks
September 20, 2011
Our Love, Hugs, and Prayers are with you and your family. Everyone that knew him will miss him dearly and cherish his memory. We grieve with you at his passing. Wanda & Kent Speaks Family
Jeff Champion
September 20, 2011
Shortly after my Fathers death in an Airplane (1999) I attended my first Sun and Fun air show without him in 2000. I went alone, Mostly searching for answers. I ended up volunteering at the Raiders camp there and the folks were nice but quickly became family once We started discussing our backgrounds. Turns Out Ralph Grew up in the same neighborhood as my Father (Jerry Champion). He worked with my grandfather (Vernon Champion) at the water works and recalled going into grandpa's rolling store. I really felt at home and Ralph and Rosie made me feel like family, Not to mention the others who just took me in for the week. Ralph was such a nice fellow, My son and I went back for years to come and I am a better person for knowing Ralph. I will never forget you my friend.
September 20, 2011
rosie so sorry for your and your family loss.
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