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Michael Ralston Obituary

MICHAEL S. 'MIKE' RALSTON, 62 CAPRON - Michael S. "Mike" Ralston, 62 of Capron, IL passed away suddenly, Monday, May 11, 2015, in his home. Mike was born January 17, 1953, in Cheverly, Maryland, son of Norvell S. and Doris C. (Brady) Ralston. He was proud to be part of the United States Marines. Mike was a skilled carpenter in the carpenters union. He enjoyed taxidermy, hunting, fishing, and wood working. Mike had a huge love for dogs. He is loved and will be missed by his parents, Norvell S. and Doris C. Ralston; siblings, Carolyn M. (Loren J.) Tollefson, Rebecca Davenport, Wayne H. (Sheila) Ralston; numerous nieces and nephews; and special four-legged friend, Jay Jay. He is preceded in death by his identical twin brother, Daniel J. Ralston. Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, May 15, 2015, at Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008, with Rev. Dan Schenck officiating. Visitation will be held from 3 p.m. until the time of the service. Memorials may be made to Helping Paws of Hebron, IL in Mike's name. To light a candle or share a memory, please visit www.AndersonFCS.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 13 to May 14, 2015.

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May 15, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Diane Hoopengarner

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May 14, 2015

So sorry for your loss Mike was a great guy I drive him to work a few times and to take jay jay to the vet shopping and the V.A. hospital. Always a pleasure spending time with him. We would talk about judge Judy his favorite show. All around great guy. Jay Jay will miss him so much. Steph and Chris and Dan will take care of him . prayers to his family.

Mary (Joy) Fabing

May 13, 2015

Mike & Dan were two of the first kids that my brother Kevin & I met when we moved from MI to Hanover Park, IL. We have very fond memories of both of them and our "old neighborhood" friends. Sending our deepest sympathy to the Ralston family. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.

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