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RALPH H. "Ralph The Plumber" TRUSSELL

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RALPH TRUSSELL Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 23, 2010.

TRUSSELL RALPH H. "Ralph The Plumber"
Suddenly on Tuesday September 21, 2010, age 64, of Swissvale. Ralph will be deeply missed by his long time love and friend Elaine Feustel of Swissvale and a brother Jack Trussell of GA. Ralph was well known and loved on his sports show on WKFB 770AM on Saturday mornings during football season. He enjoyed being on the Caveman Ralph Show on the Oldies Station WKFB. He played the drums with the local band Decade and was a member of the Boiler Makers Local #154. NO VISITATION. A Memorial Service will be held at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME 7441 Washington St. Swissvale, on Friday evening at 7pm. Memorial contributions may be made to: The Autism Society, www.jockathon.4T.com The Nied Funeral Home is a proud member of the Good Grief Center. www.niedfuneralhome.com
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October 12, 2010

Dan & Tom Buchwach posted to the memorial.

September 29, 2010

Bob Stewart posted to the memorial.

September 28, 2010

Arlene Newman (Roger's mother) posted to the memorial.

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Dan & Tom Buchwach

October 12, 2010

Hastings Street, Reynold's Market, The Corner, Over the hill, Dewey, Sheetz, Del, Berk, Wit, Oscar, It was an age of fun, friends and inocence and Ralph Trussell was so much a part of that special time. He will be missed by all the corner boys.

Bob Stewart

September 29, 2010

Dear Trussell family, I wish you my sincerest sympathy. I sat in three times a few months ago with a band that Ralph played with. I liked him instantly and loved his band stories. Ralph, I am going to leave you one of my poems. For those of you that are musicians, you will know that pearls are also a brand of drum..Goodbye my friend!

The lessons of life that are truly “pearls”

Let us live our life each day in awe and wonder,
Rather than toil over the tings that we blunder.
As we are not meant to understand everything,
nor are we to know what each day will bring.

Sometimes in life the sun shines for us all
and other times from the sky rain will fall.
Sunshine meaning there’s good times and cheer,
And rain falling like our sobbing, heart felt tears.

So let us go forth spreading happiness to all that are dear,
and be wise enough to keep friends and family near.
For these are the lessons of life that are truly “pearls”,
And the things in our lives that are precious and real.

Arlene Newman (Roger's mother)

September 28, 2010

Elaine and Family,
I knew Ralph for many years. In addition to having him as a friend, I worked with him at Stahl Plumbing. We shared many laughs and good memories. Please accept my sincerest sympathy. He will be missed by many, many people.

Larry and Dee Moore

September 28, 2010

Who could ever forget Ralph? Who could ever not love Ralph? "The Breeze" will never be the same without Ralph, his '56 Chevy, and his dog Rebel. Heaven will be rockin' and rollin' and wavin' terrible towels from this day forward.As Ralph would say; GO STEELERS!

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September 27, 2010

Ralph was a great friend and what a time we had growing up in the Breeze. Tony, Kim, Mike, Vinnie, Sally, Bobbie Jean and I will never forget the laughs you brought into our lives. My deepest sympathy to your family

Rich Keast....Fort Myers, Florida

jeff and susie mangel

September 25, 2010

jeff and susan mangel would like to express their heartfelt sympathy to elaine and jack.we lived next store to ralph and his mother in the breeze.jeff actually grew up with him, he was a good friend and neighbor.we spent many nights in the evergreen with ralph and elaine. How fast the years go by, leaving us lots of wonderful memories.God Bless

Bridget Ginser

September 25, 2010

Dear Trussell Family, God bless you and your dear family at this sad time. Having lost my dad in 2006 Tom an avid kfb listener I know what you are going through. stay close together as a family it helps alot. God Bless You, Bridget Ginser [a loyal kfb listener] Carrick,PA

Gary Cohen

September 24, 2010

Dear Jack and All: Kim called me to tell me Ralph had had a 'special trip' on his agenda. Ralph, Kim, Tony and I were inseparable during and after highschool. Ralph was the 'protector' of the group and was always there when someone needed him - always to be counted on. His love of life and grand presence will always be remembered. He accomplished alot inspite of some very difficult days. I've always had good thoughts of Ralph and will continue them as long as I am here. Once again, you've been the 'leader of the pack'! Rest in peace Brother Ralph-we'll miss you bro and see you in the future! Satch

Leslie Vargo

September 24, 2010

Elaine and Jack, I have know Ralph for
26 years since I began work at Stahl Plumging. Ralph was always talking sports and music. He still came into Stahl Plumbing for coffee with whomever was working on Saturdays.
This was too sudden but I will treasure that I knew him and what a great guy he was.
My prayers are with you both.

September 24, 2010

Ralph, you left us too soon!! We were friends for at least 11 years and every week during football season you would share your insight about the Steeler and Pitt. I must say it added a lots of fun and excitement to my radio show on Saturday mornings! Our listeners will miss you because you have established a Saturday morning tradition that will be hard for anyone to duplicate.
Hey Ralph "Can you hear me now"
We love and miss you!!!

Caveman Ralph and Mary Jane Speaks
770 KFB

Steve Kacin

September 23, 2010

I've known Ralph since high school.We have remained friends ever since. I loved his sense of humor, and his love for the Oldies.He has been to my house to party at Christmas time. And I just thought about doing my invites this year when I heard of his passing. I was shocked. We shared his love of music and played together with an "Elvis Show". We had a ball. I played with him for the autism benefit he was so proud of. He was a guys guy. He really was. God bless him.
Elaine, hope you remember me and I am truly sorry for your loss, and all of our loss.
Steve Kacin

Mike & Judy Doyle

September 23, 2010

Dear Elaine,Jack,and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Ralph was a great friend growing up, and we shared many a good times in Point Breeze and in the Army. He will be missed by many, but all the memories he is part of will live on. Take care and God Bless.

September 23, 2010

Just wanted you to know I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Although I did not know him I see many nice comments here about him. If I can be of any help please let me know...your pal Tommy Dahl, Hampton, Georgia

John Delgrosso

September 23, 2010

i knew Ralph back in the 70's
God bless

Rachael Frazier

September 23, 2010

Ralph was my stepfather for a period of time, and I have nothing but great memories of him. I will never forget his love for Pittsburgh Sports teams.. he was one of a kind.. RIP Ralph.. u will be missed by many.

Jimmy Carothers

September 23, 2010

Elaine. I send my Heartfelt Sympathy at this most difficult time. I can only say, what an honor it was to say Ralph was my Friend. The second I saw Ralph, the laughter and good stories began. Ralph loved everyone, loved the Steelers, loved being on the radio, loved playing drums. Ralph loved life, and you were a very big part of his life. Ralph loved you very much! May you and all of Ralph's Family find Peace at this sad time. A Point Breeze Legend is gone, but his Memory will live as long as there's music and football.

September 23, 2010

Ralph was a wonderful upbeat person. He had such a love for people, music & sports. He'll be sadly missed by many! I have only good memories. My heartfelt sympathy to Elaine & his family.

Mollie Siegel...boynton beach, FL

Walter Butler

September 23, 2010

Sorry to hear of Ralphs Passing. I have many good memories of Him From Peabody High School And also in the Army together.rest in peace

Howard Stahl

September 23, 2010

Ralph was married to my sister Mollie.He was a real good person. He always treated my sister and neice with love and respect. There are many funny stories and memories that I shared with Ralph and myself and children will miss him.

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