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Ralph Key Obituary

Ralph Key, 91 of Memphis Tennessee passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side. He was a western pleasure rider, and enjoy riding his horses, Tiny and May in shows. He enjoyed hunting especially rabbit with his dog Rex. Gardening and canning the food that he grew was a passion of his also traveling with his friend Tom Elliott.

Visitation will be held Friday, November 7 th at 8:30 AM for family with service from 9 to 10. Forrest Hill Cemetery East on Whitten Road, Memphis, Tennessee.

Mr. Key is survived by son, Randall Key of Memphis, grandson, Dan Key (Kim), two great grandsons, Westen Key (Taylor), Easten Key, and one great great grandson, Hudsen all of Port Lavac, TX.; and a sister, Patsy Henderson (Terry).

Mr. Key was proceeded in death by his wife, Carolyn Key; son Terry; parents, Edgar and Jewel Key; two brothers, Will Key and Max Key; seven sisters; Lorene Lambert, Shelia Key, Helen Green, Shirley Barrett, Ann English, Janice Whitehorn and Jolene Perry.

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Published by Legacy on Nov. 6, 2025.

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Nov

7

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Forest Hill - East

2440 Whitten Road, Memphis, TN 38133

Nov

7

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Forest Hill - East

2440 Whitten Road, Memphis, TN 38133

Nov

7

Interment

10:45 a.m.

Forest Hill East Cemetery

2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN 38133

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Forest Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park - East

2440 Whitten Road, Memphis, TN 38133

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