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Edith Bess Ralston
1927 - 2015
Edith Bess Ralston
1927 - 2015
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BORN
1927
DIED
2015
Edith Ralston Obituary
She was born on June 1, 1927 in New Hope and was the daughter of the late Carson Grover and Addie Marguerite Walter Garber.
Bess wanted to see Jesus for so long because of her hurting.
She is survived by her her husband of 67 years, Charles L. Ralston.
Also surviving are her two children, Carson R. Ralston (Bonnie) and Sherry Taylor (Jimmy); four grandchildren, Sarah Fritz (Scott), Ben Ralston, Israel Stickley (Carla), and Hannah Stickley (Mark Glenn, Jr.); two step-grandchildren, Jamie and Jon Taylor (Jennifer); one great-granddaughter, Serenity Faith Ralston; and six step-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Garber and a sister Faye Morris.
Per her request, there will be no visitation or viewing at the funeral home and burial will be private.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the New Covenant Community Church, 78 Somerset Dr., Weyers Cave, VA 24486.
Lindsey Funeral Home is handling arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyweyerscave.com.
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C. Rebekah Mizer
June 15, 2015
Carson - Bekah and I were sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers! Sam and Bekah (Koogler) Mizer
Collin Craig
June 7, 2015
Sherry; Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Hope you have been well for the last 44 years, time flies. Please feel free to contact me to catch up when you have some free time. Collin Craig Charlottesville, Va.
Elaine Poole Ellinger
June 7, 2015
Dear Sherry, I am so saddened to hear of your momma's passing. My "little" sister, Judy, told me she had seen it in the paper and I am so glad she told me. If your mom was hurting, I am glad for her that she is hurting no more and is at peace and with her Lord now. Your mom and dad were always so nice to me, the times I spent the night with you in high school they were always a treat to be around. I hope you are doing alright through all of this, it is really hard saying goodbye, and you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you, friend.
Alicia
June 5, 2015
Such a great loss on this earth but a such a great gain to Heaven! Mr. Ralston, so sorry for your loss! Love and prayers,
Alicia from the doctor's office
(Elijah's mom)
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Gail Wheeler May
June 5, 2015
Sherry--my heart goes out to you in the loss of your wonderful Mom. Like you mentioned at my Mom's recent passing---there are so many good memories from our early life on the hill in Verona. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Andy Martz
June 5, 2015
All of us who had the privilege to know Bess were touched by her kindness, generosity, and strength of spirit. My heart goes out to all those who knew and loved her. While this world is so much poorer without Bess here, know that Heaven rejoices now that she is there.
Emma Martz
June 4, 2015
Our prayers are with you and your families today and in the coming weeks. Bess will be greatly miss by all who knew her. We could not have ask for a better aunt . God bless you. Bill. Emma,Susie and Andy Martz.
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