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999 Jones Ave, Oak Hill, WV 25901
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Ralph Smith Obituary
Ralph Harrison Smith, 69, of Beckley passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at the Bowers Hospice House with his family by his side.
Born July 3, 1956 in Fayette, Co., WV he was the son of the late Ralph B. Smith and Kathleen White Smith.
Along with his parents he is also preceded in death by his brother, Thomas White.
Those left to cherish his wonderful memory include his loving sisters, Veronica Elmore and Gypsy Fox; along with many nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, March 2, 2026 at Tyree Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Hill with Pastor Ron Richards officiating. Burial will follow at High Lawn Memorial Park in Oak Hill.
Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to service at the funeral home in Oak Hill.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tyreefuneralhome.com
The family of Ralph Smith is being cared for by Tyree Funeral Home, Oak Hill.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
2
Visitation
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tyree Funeral Home- Oak Hill
999 Jones Ave, Oak Hill, WV 25901
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tyree Funeral Home- Oak Hill
999 Jones Ave, Oak Hill, WV 25901
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2
Interment
2:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
High Lawn Memorial Park
1435 Main St E, Oak Hill, WV 25901
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Tyree Funeral Home, Inc. - Oak HillOnly 3 days left for delivery to next service.