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Ralph Campos Obituary

CAMPOS, Ralph
Passed away at home on December 27, 2004, at the young age of 46. Son of Ralph and Helen and sibling to five brothers. Beloved husband of Maria. Left behind one daughter, Katrina, and two sons, Stephen and Jordan. Loss of a world-renowned photographer, not a career, but a passion. Loved life, will be truly missed. Friends and family are invited to attend the memorial service at 2:00 PM on Saturday, Jan. 8, at the GEORGE L. KLUMPP CHAPEL OF FLOWERS, Riverside Boulevard and 2nd Avenue. Reception following the memorial service at the Eagles Hall. No flowers please.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Campos

26 Entries

Rodney Loveless

October 15, 2024

Ralph was a good friend. I still miss him after all these years.

Robin Parks

February 3, 2005

I worked with Ralph at SMUD. Ralph was a good friend and co-worker. I will never forget his warm smile and he always was running the campus at SMUD. Long ago, he gave me little clock for Christmas, I still have the clock and it still works. I think of him whenever I look at the time. I remember meeting Maria and his (1st)son at some function, I can't remember what. Ralph was a hard working, fun, loving family- man and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to be his friend. I am praying that Maria, his children, his dad and the rest of his family will find the strength and remember all the good memories of Ralph. I definately will remember him every time I look at the time.

God Bless.

chris williams

January 22, 2005

I,ve just learned of ralph's passing,and am truly saddened.Ralph always took the time to greet you and was always willing to go the extra no matter what.He loved his work and was as personable and professional as they come.I was honored to no him and will miss him dearly!My heart goes out to his family.

Lysa Christopher

January 20, 2005

Ralph was an awesome talent and good friend to all of us who worked at the IJSBA. I will always remember him for his kind spirit, infectious laugh and big heart.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Mitch and Cheryl Durica

January 18, 2005

Ralph will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Campos family.

WILLIE(nuttcaze) THOMAS II

January 12, 2005

I had a chance to sit down with ralph at an event and just talking with him and listening to the stories of all the races that he has coverd over the years he truly enjoyed what he did. Ralph is one of the reasons why i got in to jetski racing.my heart goes out to his family he will be missed not only by his family but by the entire jetski racing family

Christine McHurd

January 11, 2005

Maria and family,

I worked with Ralph for many years at SMUD. He was a very upbeat guy who loved his family. I was blessed with one last chance to see him last summer when he stopped by the office (he then bragged about his children and I bragged about mine). I did not know at the time what he was going through and wish I did. I had planned to visit him the week of Christmas and missed my chance. Maria, I had not seen you in a very long time, you are a very special person and I thank God that Ralph had you with him in his final days. I enjoyed Ralph's service it was very special and heartwarming to me. He will be missed by his friends here at SMUD. Maria, if there is anything you need just e-mail me. You are all in my prayers.

Ivy Robertson

January 11, 2005

Ralph was a good friend and co-worker. I will never forget his warm smile and great humor and the way he showed such great pride when he spoke of his family and his career. I remember when he used to bring his daughter Katrina to the office when she was just five or six years old, and all he did was talk about her. Well, he returned to see us after he recuperated from his first surgery and he was still very proud of Katrina's accomplishments and spoke very highly of Maria, his sons and his dad. Ralph was a hard working fun loving family man and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to be his friend. I am praying that Maria, Katrina, his dad and the rest of his family will find the strenght in their faith and all the good memories of Ralph.

Tim Gray

January 11, 2005

It is always sad to hear the lose of one of our jetski community members he will be sadley missed. My thoughts go out to his wife and family. Rest in peace old friend.

Chris Macclugage

January 10, 2005

Ralph was one of the most pleasant people to work with in this sport.I am thankful for everthing he has ever done for me and the time he spent to promote our sport. My thoughts are with his family. He was a great man and will be missed dearly.

Robert Sand

January 9, 2005

My Prayers go out to the Family. Sorry for your loss as he is a great person...

Joe McLaughlin

January 8, 2005

This is sad news to hear of Ralph's passing. He has always been an inspiration for me with all his photography of jetski racing. He will be deeply missed.

mike giorgi

January 8, 2005

i am really sad.

ralph was by far the best photo taker, and a buddy to me.

all my prayers go out to his wife and kids.

he will be missed.

gorilla

Kurt & Doreen Knollenberg

January 8, 2005

Ralph was a friend to my family through our shared love of Jet-Ski racing. Two years ago at Lake Havasu during the World Finals Ralph spoke to us about his fight with cancer and his acceptance of Jesus Christ as his Savior. Godspeed to you Ralph, you will be missed not only by us but the thousands you have touched with your insightful and beautful photos. We'll see you again in Heaven.

John Dady

January 8, 2005

I met Ralph at many of the jet ski races that he dutifully spent standing in the water shooting the photos of racers and riders that he loved to take --- he was one of the most amazing characters I have met and we immediately became close friends like we knew each other all our lives. The world has lost a truly gifted and amazing individual and my sincerest condolences to Maria and the family. You will live always in our hearts Kingpin Campos !

Cousins Julie & Rhonda

January 7, 2005

We both have so many fond childhood memories of our cousin Ralphy. Easter at Grandmas in Anderson CA, BBQ's & picnics at Goethe Park, swimming at Aunt Helens and lots of family get togethers. He was truly a special person and we will miss him greatly. Lots of love and prayers to Maria, Aunt Helen and the entire family. xoxoxo

Donna Newman-York

January 7, 2005

To Maria and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We enjoyed our trips to Reno with the two of you, as well as many other gatherings. Just know that Ralph is in a better place and we are here for anything you need.

Alma Romero

January 7, 2005

I too was shocked and sadden to hear of Ralph's passing. My prayers are with his family for their loss. I was truly fortunate to have met and worked with him. He will be missed and never forgotten.

Susan Pikowsky-Tatar

January 7, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with Ralph's family. He was a loyal friend since Jr. High. I will miss his cheery hellos and stories when he would stop by to see how we were doing. Please take care.

Susan Pikowsky and Ray Tatar

Kirk Holland

January 7, 2005

Ralph was a photographer for the International Jet Sports Boating Assoication (IJSBA) for over a decade. He was an awesome talent and good friend to all of us who worked at the IJSBA. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

joe ballistrea

January 7, 2005

what a great loss to all of us. we will miss you dearly. to maria and family, our deepest sympathy. ralph was a dear friend of ours. ralph and maria stayed with us for the jet ski finals and shared storys and had a great time. our memories will always be their. we will miss you.

joe and beth ballistrea

Sharon Becerril

January 6, 2005

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ralph's passing. He was one of a kind and I feel truly fortunate to have known him. Maria, my prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family.

Dawn Parks

January 6, 2005

To my niece Katrina and the Campos family,

My Deepest Sympathy to you. Ralph had many Holiday dinners in my home; he throughly enjoyed my giblet gravy. It made my Thanksgiving Day to make it one last time.

God Bless.

The Jorden Family

January 6, 2005

My husband went to school and worked with Ralph. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you.

Bonnie Lonteen

January 6, 2005

Ralph was my nephew, we worked together while he was employed at SMUD, we visited a lot together it really did not matter how much time elapsed between our visits I always felt a close connection. I really didn't know anyone who loved life more than Ralph and I truly will miss him, he was always personable and easy to talk to. God bless our families and help us thru this very difficult time.

Cathy Montez

January 6, 2005

I am truly sorry for you loss. I worked with Ralph at SMUD. He was an unique person and will truly be missed. Please know my prayers are with all of you.

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