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WHITAKER, Ralph age 92 of Kettering peacefully passed away at home on Thursday, August 15, 2013. Born March 8, 1921 in New Boston, OH to the late Tenna and James Whitaker, Ralph was the 7th of 8 siblings and the last survivor. Also preceding him was his beloved wife of 68 years Mary L. Whitaker, who passed away in May of 2010 and a son-in-law, Herbert "Chuck" Hertenstein. Survivors include his son Timothy Whitaker, daughter Sharon Hertenstein, grandchildren: Mark Hertenstein, Traci (Jason) Gabbard and Carla (Bryan) Shepard, great-granddaughters Charlotte and Lydia Gabbard and one great granddaughter on the way, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ralph was a proud GM retiree with 45 years of service. He retired from Delco Moraine, Wisconsin Blvd plant, as a Group Leader in the tool room. Ralph was a World War II veteran of the US Merchant Marines, seeing service in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Mediterranean Zones. He was a member of American Legion #598 and UAW local #1040. Ralph was well known for his love of cars and racing and loved to show off his many GTO's, Camaros and Corvettes. The family would like to thank Hospice of Dayton for their care and support. Friends may visit from 6 to 8pm Monday, August 19, 2013 at the Tobias Funeral Home, Belmont Chapel. The service will be held at 10AM, Tuesday at the funeral home with Pastor Steve Kimpel officiating. The graveside service will follow at 1pm at Mound Cemetery in Piketon, OH. Memorial contributions may be made in Ralph's name to Hospice of Dayton. Online condolences may be sent to www.tobiasfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph WHITAKER
August 19, 2013
Our condolences to all of Ralph's family. We will certainly miss him at the reunion this coming Saturday. Ralph was always full of stories about cars, work, his garage and military service that we always enjoyed hearing. His and Mary's contribution to our family unit has been appreciated for many years and will be leave a large gap in our family get-togethers. Our thoughts and prayers are will you at this time.
Danny & Nell Patton, West Portsmouth, Ohio
joe ward
August 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Earl & Jane Gabbard
August 18, 2013
Jane and I extend our deepest sympathies to Sharon, Tim and the entire family at this time of sadness.
Jeri Strider
August 17, 2013
Sharon and Tim, so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember all the good times we all shared at the many get-togethers throughout the years. These memories can never be taken away. Just know how special your Dad was and that you are in my prayers and thoughts. It's been a long time since I have seen you and I hope you haven't forgotten me. As always,
-Love, Jeri & Don Strider, (Erma and Joe's daughter}
Joann York Duncan and family
August 17, 2013
so sorry to hear about your loss and we love and send prayers of sorry during this time of sorrow
August 17, 2013
So sad to hear that my wonderful Uncle is gone. He will be missed by all. Love, Cindy
clara throckmorton
August 16, 2013
Sharon and Timmy, Sorry to hear about your dad. We are glad that you called us. He was a great person and know he will be missed. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Nina McCallister and Clara Jane Throckmorton
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