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Lou Fontana
July 12, 2016
I heard about the new absorbable stent from Abbott and immediately thought of Dr. Each and our working together to that first angioplasty done at Mt.Carmel and the cardiology conference with Andreas and Eric Tool in Columbus. He was driven for excellence and always a friend. The world is diminished without him.
March 7, 2016
Ralph Lach and i knew each in medical school and our team, "The Medics" played fast pitch softball in an industrial league. We did well. During one season one of the opponents' players was oveheard to say, "You know why they're so good? Ever' last one of 'em is a doctor" (we were just students still). Later Dr. Lach was a cardologist to whom I sent many patients. And still later we were partners in our office building at 1800 Zollinger in Upper Arlingon. I always enjoyed Ralph's intellectual sense of humor and precise way of thinking.
David Rudy. MD. MPH
Tom . Hlasten
January 29, 2016
Barbara... I'll never forget Ralph playing a song during our band practice in college, then having you sit down and "outplay" him. Blessings to you and your family.
January 29, 2016
Barb, I just wanted you to know that I send my sympathy in the loss of Ralph. e was quite a motivated and gifted man. You and your family will be kept in my prayers. Phyllis Eisenman Glaeser
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January 28, 2016
Dear, dear Barb,
So sad to read of Ralph's passing. Remember him as a handsome, kind young resident at Mt.Carmel all those years ago and enjoyed his music and smiles since then.
Love and healing prayers,
Your forever friend,
Dottie Stormont
January 28, 2016
Dear Barbara & Family, Dorba and I send our sincerest condolences at Ralph's passing. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Ron & Dorba Mezger
Patrick Hernon
January 27, 2016
My deepest sympathy to you, Barbara. May Ralph rest in peace with our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Jo Ann Cooper
January 27, 2016
Rembering the good times will help with the sadness. God bless all of you. He was a great man in so many ways.
Larry Faulhaber
January 27, 2016
I was a Classmate of Ralph's at John Carroll U, Class of 1955. I remember he was a loyal class member and attended most of our reunions until recently. He was a friend and supporter of JCU and will by all of us in the class. I wanted to express my sympathy
to his family and friends.
January 27, 2016
Our hearts go out to you. We were so proud to be your neighbors. I remember all the concerts, parties and fund raisers in your amazing home. He truly was a sweet, generous, classy gentleman. One of a kind! Tobie Sasser
miles drake
January 27, 2016
Amy and I are deeply sorry to read of Dr. Lach's passing. He, Mrs. Lach and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Edward Katalinas
January 27, 2016
Barbara, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I saw Ralph periodically when he visited our mutual friend Jack Prince in Cleveland who has also passed away. Rest in peace old friend.
Joel Gorfinkel
January 27, 2016
Ralph truely added an important chapter to Columbus Cardiology in the last thirty years of the 20th century. He was an excellent teacher to all the students and young physicians whom he inspired. He will be missed.
Dr. and Mrs. Joel Gorfinkel
January 27, 2016
Barb and Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Although we are in Florida, we will be thinking of and praying for you. Tracy and Jill Shea
Rosemary Noble
January 26, 2016
Barbara we are sorry to hear of the passing of Ralph.
January 26, 2016
Dear Barbara,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember your darling husband and you at the WCR Conference in Columbus and how beautifully the two of you worked together. God love you and may He send comfort and peace to your family. Lynne Ann Roy New Orleans, La.
January 26, 2016
Dear Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Ralph was a joy to talk with and a gentleman at all times.
My toughts and paryers go to you and your family at this time. God be with you today and the days ahead. God bless all of you.
Jackie Hartley
Cj Joyce
January 26, 2016
What a great guy and ball player.... Miss him... Rest in peace Doc.... "Let's play Two"!!!
Florence Terrell
January 25, 2016
My dear Barbara, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and family.
Mike Goldshot
January 25, 2016
I met Ralph at Red's Fantasy Camp in the early 90's.He was so very kind and helpful to me.
I am so sorry for your loss and know he will be missed.
Mike Goldshot
January 25, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. I met Ralph in the early 90's at Red's Fantasy Camp and he was always so kind, caring and helpful to me.
Dr. Robert and Sharon Frank
January 25, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Ralphs passing. He was always so gracious to me throughout our professional years together. One of my best memories is playing baseball together. May God bless you and your family in the days ahead.
Sonja Heffner
January 25, 2016
Barbara my heart is heavy for you.
Ruthie Lowrey
January 25, 2016
Barbara, so very sorry for you and your children. Death, though it comes to us all, is so very difficult for the ones left behind. I'm praying for your peace of mind in these very tough days ahead.
MaryAnn Mills
January 25, 2016
Warm hugs and continual prayers to you and your family. Love you.
Judy Wright
January 25, 2016
For Barbara, Thom, and all the family- I am so very sorry for all of you, as I witnessed your love for Dr. Lach. He is at peace and for that I am grateful. He was a phenomenal physician!!! and per my Dad, a darn good tennis player. Above all that he was the patriarch of The Lach Family. The memories are painful now as you miss his physical presence but in time they will bring you comfort and some smiles. Barbara you lived your vows! You and your family are loved and held in my prayers. Thommy I left you a voicemail
Anita Zabielski
January 25, 2016
So sorry Barbara may he rest in peace and lots of love to you and your family you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Angela Pace
January 25, 2016
Barbara ... My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
January 25, 2016
Hi Barb, Oh So Sorry. Lots of good years and fun memories. Clara LF Hlasten Klusty
Erene Panos
January 24, 2016
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May his memory be eternal.
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