Ralph Frederick Nitzsche
Ralph Frederick Nitzsche
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Ralph Nitzsche Obituary
Ralph Frederick Nitzsche, 64, passed away November 18, 2025. He was born in Akron to the late Frederick and Janet (Lauby) Nitzsche and was married to his high school sweetheart Elaine for 42 years.
In addition to his parents, Elaine joined him in heaven on December 20, 2025. He is survived by his sister, Michelle (Ricky) Chaperlo and nephew, James Chaperlo.
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
The funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the Eckard Baldwin Funeral Home and Chapel, 760 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44305 with Rev. Ron Shultz officiating. Private burial with his wife at Chestnut Hill Memorial Park.
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