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Ralph L. Lindley

1939 - 2024

Ralph L. Lindley obituary, 1939-2024, Lompoc, CA

BORN

1939

DIED

2024

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Starbuck-Lind Mortuary - Lompoc

123 North A Street

Lompoc, California

Ralph Lindley Obituary

Ralph L. Lindley Jr. died peacefully on Sunday May 19, 2024 in Lompoc, CA at the age of 84. Ralph is survived by his wife of 61 years, Michele Lindley of Lompoc, CA; sons Ralph Lindley III and Shawn (Angie) Lindley of Orcutt, CA; granddaughter Jennifer Lindley of Orcutt, CA; grandson Ryan (Janae) Wenzel and great- granddaughter Nora Wenzel of CA; sisters Jo Pinheiro of Bakersfield, CA; Pat (Leroy) Hudson of Hilmar, CA. He was preceded in death by his daughter Cherie Lindley Anthony and brother Robert Lindley.

Ralph was born on November 21, 1939 in San Jose, CA to Mildred and Ralph Lindley. He married Michele Hutchings, his high school sweetheart on July 1, 1962. Everyone who knew Ralph will remember him as a kind, gentle, patient and driven person.

Ralph was accomplished in the automotive/farming industries ranging from diagnoses, repair and management. He was a dedicated man that always put his family first and was passionate about educating others in finding solutions to their problems utilizing the "Keep It Simple" method.

He enjoyed many hobbies including; camping, fishing, traveling, wood working, genealogy and drag racing with his sons. Ralph will be greatly missed by his family and close friends. His final resting place will be in the Watsonville Pioneer Cemetery, CA.

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Published by Good Times Santa Cruz from Jun. 12 to Jun. 28, 2024.

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Larry and Martha Serpa

July 14, 2024

Ralph was the best Brother-in-law ever! We had so many fun times together... camping, BBQing, traveling, celebrating holidays, or just being around each other. He is greatly missed, and will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Ralph.

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