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Ralph Engelhardt Obituary

RALPH W. ENGELHARDT, born December 7, 1913 in Beach, N. Dakota died Monday, December 1, 2003 six days short of his 90th birthday. He was a veteran of WW II having served in the Navy. He retired from the Post Office after 32 years of faithful service. Ralph was an elder at Garden Oaks Christian Church for over 27 years. A member of A.R.R.L for over 75 years, with his call letters being W5DFC. Ralph is preceded in death by his wife Doris in 1989 and grandson Todd. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, May of Houston. Sons: Raymond Engelhardt and wife Peggy of Kingwood, Henry Engelhardt and wife DeAlva of Conroe. Eight grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Brother: Warren Engelhardt and wife Mary of Harrison, Ar. Sister: Joanne Badeaux of Houston. Visitation will be held from 6 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. Friday, December 5, 2003 at Garden Oaks Church of Christ, 4926 N. Shepherd. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 6, 2003 at the church. Officiating will be Mr. John Tillman and Mr. Truman Spring. Interment will follow at Brookside Memorial Park.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2003.

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Jerrie Sanders

December 5, 2003

I am so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. I am glad I got to see him recently at Grace's funeral.

Jill Farren Kershner

December 5, 2003

I have been thinking of Ralph and Doris and the many hours they spent talking with me and showing me their love. And now I've been saying my prayers for May and the rest of the family. I know this has been very difficult for you, but haven't we been blessed to have him in our lives! I will always cherish the hours I spent with the Engelhardts. I love you all.



Jill Farren Kershner

Nickey Moore

December 5, 2003

To the Engelhardt Family you will be in our prayers; Papa Ralph will be truely missed.

Now there is in store for me a crown of righteousness, which the lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day--and not only to me, but all who have longed for his appearing.

2 Timothy 4:8

Love Always,

Grady,Nickey, Bria and Brian

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