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BORN
1946
DIED
2020
Ralph Hart Obituary
He was born on April 17, 1946 in Ashville, Ohio to his parents, Millard and Ora "Gloyd" Hart.
Ralph was a graduate of Logan Elm High School, class of 1965. He met the center of his world and best friend, Barbara Rittinger, at an A&W root beer stand, and the rest was history. The two wed on Oct. 1, 1966. Ralph served his country honorably in the Ohio National Guard for six years. He was a loyal employee with DuPont until he retired after 23 years. Ralph was also a well-loved and respected employee for Schoedinger Funeral Home, working primarily out of the Circleville Chapel for 14 years. He enjoyed restoring old cars and loved to travel to Pigeon Forge and Nashville. He was a member of Heritage Nazarene Church for 53 years. Of all that Ralph loved in life, he loved his family most of all, especially the grandkids. They were so special to him. Ralph was a wonderful man who will be missed dearly by all who knew him.
Ralph is preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Brad and Jim Hart; an infant daughter, Linda; and numerous half-siblings.
Left to mourn his passing is his devoted wife, Barbara Hart; his children, Lisa (John) Russell and Brian (Sharon) Hart; his grandchildren, Tiffany (Jason) Friend and Tyler Russell; his great-grandson and love of his life, Jordan Sayre; his bonus great-grandson, Jadon Friend; his brother, Ted (Sharon) Hart; his half sister, Margaret Radabaugh; sisters-in-law, Phyllis, Dorothy and Dora Burris; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and of course, many friends.
Services have been entrusted to Defenbaugh-Wise-Schoedinger Funeral Home. In order to adhere to current public health guidelines, a private graveside will be held at Reber Hill Cemetery with Jim Ferrell officiating.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dee Krysty and the staff at The Caring Touch for their wonderful care of Ralph in the last six weeks of his life.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Pickaway Senior Center or to Pickaway Fire Department.
Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share a personal memory or condolence with Ralph's family.
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April 23, 2020
Mrs. Barb, I am so sorry to hear of this news. I looked forward to Ralph's morning hug every Sunday. He was such a blessing to so many.
Hugs and prayers to you!
God Bless,
Angie Lockhart and Family
Katy, Texas
John Riegel
April 6, 2020
Barbara so sorry for your loss. Ralph was a great man, I enjoyed talking with him on my last two trips back for the Pumpkin Show, only wish I had more time to visit. Take care and bless you and your children.
mike miller
April 5, 2020
Ralph was a great guy and a lot of fun. Enjoyed our "visits" at lunch after he retired. Barb always had to buy his lunch! Prayers for the family. Mike M.
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April 3, 2020
Barb: I was sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers for strength during this time.
Marty Eitel
Vickie
April 3, 2020
Barb,
Ralph was a great person, who was loved by his family. May he Rest In Peace and May his Memory be Eternal.
Gary Hinton
April 2, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Barbra and his family and loved ones. He was a gentleman and friend he will be sadly missed.
Marilyn Justice
April 2, 2020
My heart goes out to all of you. Ralph was a funny and good man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Marilyn
Penny Walls
April 2, 2020
Thank you for your service.
Amy Copley
April 1, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Mr. Hart was a good man.
Cathy Finley
April 1, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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