Ralph Frederick Christopher Sr.

Ralph Frederick Christopher Sr. obituary, Cumming, GA

Ralph Frederick Christopher Sr.

Ralph Christopher Obituary

Published by Legacy on Nov. 13, 2025.
Ralph Fredrick Christopher, age 93, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025. He was born on March 8, 1932, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Gladys and Seaborn Christopher.
Ralph was preceded in death by his son, David Christopher, and his grandson, Brian Christopher.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 73 years, Janice Christopher; his son, Ralph Christopher Jr. and wife Becky; his daughter, Debbie Rector and husband Glen; four grandchildren-Natalie, David, Danielle, and Brittany-along with seventeen great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
Ralph proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1951 to 1955. After his military service, he began a long and successful career as a car salesman, dedicating 35 years to his profession. Outside of work, Ralph enjoyed bowling, playing golf, and leading worship on Sunday mornings. His deep faith and commitment to sharing the good news of the Lord guided every part of his life.
Visitation will be on Friday, November 14th, 2025 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm at McDonald and Son Funeral Home. A second visitation will take place at the funeral home from 10:00am - 11:00am at McDonald and Son Funeral Home on Saturday, November 15th, 2025.
Funeral services will follow in the chapel of McDonald and Son Funeral Home at 11:00am.
Interment will be at Hill Crest Cemetery in East point, Georgia at 1:30pm following the funeral service.
Ralph will be remembered for his unwavering devotion to his family, his joyful spirit, and his faithful service to God. He will be greatly missed, but his loved ones rejoice in knowing they will see him again in heaven.
"Well done, good and faithful servant." – Matthew 25:23

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