Ralph McKibben Obituary
Ralph B. McKibben 64 of Bainbridge passed from this life Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Post Acute of Hillsboro. He was born Tuesday, April 21, 1961, in Chillicothe to the late James B. and Lena Ruth (Hackworth) McKibben.
On October 15, 1993, he married the form Debbie Sayers, who survives. He is also survived by four children Kristy (Jeff) Griffith, Samantha (Andrew) Meadows, Savannah (Andy) Penwell and Nicholas McKibben; three grandchildren Weston, Xander and Ivy Jo; sister Mary Keaton; brother Joe McKibben and his fur children Luna, Jinx and Tazz.
In addition to his parents Ralph was preceded in death by a son Tyler James McKibben and a sister Bonnie (James) Thompson.
Ralph was a 1979 Graduate of Paint Valley High School and was employed by THK Manufacturing. He enjoyed woodworking when he was able and he loved to spend time with kids.
Graveside services will be held 11 am Friday, February 27, 2026, in the Bainbridge Cemetery with Troy Villars officiating. No calling hours will be observed. The SMITH-MOORE-EBRIGHT Funeral Home, Bainbridge is serving the family.
110 West Main Street PO Box 485, Bainbridge, OH 45612
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