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James W. Ralston, of Akron, was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on November 15, 1941. Jim passed away on July 14, 2018 after a battle with COPD. Please, stop smoking!
Jim prayed everyday for Israel, our country, his family and close friends. He loved Jesus and was not afraid to talk about his salvation.
Jim "Bud" enlisted in the Army, came home and worked at Goodyear Tire & Rubber. He then decided to become an iron worker where he retired from Ironworkers Union No. 14. Jim loved to travel, golf, play cards, read the Bible and talk about the good old days. He would say, "If I stay humble, I will not stumble,"
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Penny Ralston; children, Bonnie Goham, Jim and John Ralston; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
Visitation Wednesday, 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, followed by a graveside service at 1:30 p.m. at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
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Tim & Debbie Anderson
July 19, 2018
Thank you for your wisdom, support and strength.
Donna/Randy Gyulay
July 18, 2018
R.I.P., Jim. May GOD grant solace to your family.
In deep respect, Donna and Randy Gyulay
Randy Aughenbaugh
July 18, 2018
I worked with him in the '70's for IW Local 17 in Akron. Good worker. Godspeed Jimmy.
Linda Tipton
July 18, 2018
Many thanks to my brother, Bud, for your encouragement to study the Bible myself and not to rely on just what I heard in a sermon.
My Brother, you overcame so many struggles and habits that had a grip on you - I admire you for trusting Jesus for your deliverance!!! Of all of us 4 kids, you were the one, God used in a powerful way, to win those who were unreachable and you told them about the Love of God!!!
I will miss you, but I KNOW someday I will see you again!!! I love you, my Brother!!!
Your baby sister, Linda
Ted Smalls
July 17, 2018
Penney and family so sorry to hear of Jim's loss. He will be missed and not forgotten.
All of his dry hummer will keep all of you remembering the good times with him.
The Staff of Newcomer Funeral Home
July 17, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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