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Sue Ellsworth Chatham
January 21, 2023
On this anniversary of remembering Dr. Ralph Kimball, I wanted to relay a story that I also told his wife, Nedra.
Upon doing some research in my genealogy I found that my great great grandfather joined the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in 1841. But prior to that in about 1831 he was visited by two missionaries who came to his farm in Vermont. One was Heber C. Kimball. So basically my ancestor was brought the gospel by Dr Kimball´s ancestor. And as fate would have it in 1985 I met the Kimball family and had the pleasure of working closely with Dr Kimball as a dental hygienist in his Diamond Bar office for many years. So I owe a lot to the Kimball family from bring our family the gospel to employment! I even discovered that the oldest son of Ralph and Nedra was in my mission in Germany! Small world. My gratitude to the Kimball family has many facets Thank you Dr Kimball for your great strength and example. Sending this memory with my love and warm thoughts. Sue Ellsworth Chatham
February 1, 2011
Dear Nedra and Family:
We have fond memories of our association with the Kimball family. Ralph was a great inspiration to us all. We pray for the Lord's blessing of comfort and peace on you and your family.
Tom and Janet Higham
Louis Pacheco
January 31, 2011
As I reflect upon my youth, I cannot omit Bishop Kimball as one of my greatest influences. His dedication as Scoutmaster and all those trips down the Colorado river are some of my favorite all time memories, and consistently bring a smile to my face. His guidance and obvious love for youth were a constant comfort to me during tough times at home and I always knew he would take the time to listen even if he was in a rush. His family also allowed me to experience a little of their lives when I would go to their home to practice rope bridge building or paint kayaks. I have always had a soft spot in my heart for "My Bishop" and will never allow his memory to fade. My condolences to the entire Kimball family.
Esther Mercado Garibay
January 31, 2011
Dear Nedra and Family, on behalf of the Mercado Family we extend our deepest sympathy. Bishop Kimball was a huge influence in our lives not only spiritually but professionally as well. We all have great teeth thanks to him!! He will be missed greatly and even though I know we all have to pass on to the other side, it was some how comforting to know he was still here. Now, we have to be comforted knowing that he is fulfilling his eternal mission.
Justin Halverson
January 28, 2011
Dear Aunt Nedra,
I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Ralph's passing. I remember like it was yesterday you and he inviting me and my mission companion to Thanksgiving dinner when I was serving in Long Beach way back when. What a tender kindness to a homesick kid! Kitti and I will keep you in our hearts.
Lori Francis
January 28, 2011
Dear Nedra,
May you find the comfort and peace you need at this time. My thoughts of Ralph's strong spirit and sensitive compassion will ease the sadness I am feeling over lossing such a fantastic man. His legacy will live on forever in the hearts of his old Walnut ward family.
May you experience the Lord's Mercy and feel the love of all your friends.
God Bless, Lori Francis
Della and Richard Gallaguher
January 27, 2011
Dear Kimball Family, It is with heavy heart that we send our deepest sympathy to your entire family for the loss of Ralph. He was always an inspiraton to us and we loved his Gospel Doctrine lessons. I often recall his teaching of Jeremiah 7:23 and can hear him saying, "I will be your God, and ye shall be my people..." and "what would thou have me do today, Lord?" He made it all seem so simple.
May the loving arm of our Savior be wrapped around you and your family during this time and always. Our paryers are with you. With Love
Ken and Luz Shirley
January 27, 2011
Dear Kimball Family, please accept our profound gratitude for sharing Ralph with us. His example helped us to be better disciples, parents and citizens. We can only hope to emulate his zest for life and his life of service. His legacy lives on in the lives of all he has touched and we certainly are among that large group. We mourn with you and express our deepest sympathy.
Kenneth Stewart
January 26, 2011
Nedra, we are thinking of you and praying that Heavenly Father will comfort you in your loss. Ralph was one of the wisest, kindest, and most insightful people I have ever known. I always felt instructed and edified whenever I interacted with him. There are few men who are as widely loved and admired as Ralph was. His was a good life and we are sure it has brought a great reward, even peace and eternal life.
Love, Ken and Deborah Stewart
Bruce and Charlene Byers
January 26, 2011
Dear Kimbal family, It is with so much sorrow and love that we send to you at this time. Your husband and father was a noble and great spirit that all of us were blessed to know. His service and testimony will always be remembered. We are better people because we knew Ralph. God bless you and help you through this ordeal. Bruce and Charlene Byers
Bill & Rosa Christopherson
January 26, 2011
We send our love to your family. Ralph is still the wonderful person we know from many years back. Along with his goodness and generosity, we, clearly, remember his sense of humor and laugh. Needless to say, you all come from a great family.
Rudolph & Laura Orozco
January 26, 2011
Our dear Sister Kimball,
Laurie and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Ralph. He was a man who loved the Gospel and lived the teachings of the Savior throughout his entire life. We felt your family's love when we moved to Walnut, CA in 1988. Our family's thoughts, love and prayers are with you. Ralph will be missed but only for a short while for we will all see him again, someday. Families are forever.
January 26, 2011
Ralph will be greatly missed by all left here on Earth. But Heaven just became a better place by his arrival there.
Suzie Switzer
Pat Segal
January 26, 2011
Dear Nedra;
I am so sorry for hearing about Ralph...I know that I've been gone over 20 years, but I still remember sitting in your home with you, Ralph and the family trying to come up with a name for our last son Bryan...the memories I have of Ralph will always be with me....he truly was a great man....Pat Segal Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Dianne Hanks
January 26, 2011
Imagine my sorrow when I heard of Ralph's passing, then imagine my joy that I knew him at all.
The father of one of my best friends, Linda, I came to understand what a pillar in the community Ralph was, aside from his unparallelled support of his children in whatever endeavor they put their mind to.
Most recently, he shared his passion for the cosmos as I slept under constellations painted on the ceiling afforded by one of his creations, a clever projection system to duplicate the heavens in their main star patterns at their home in St. George.
Now he is among them, shining no doubt brightly as he reunites with more loved ones.
For the dear family still here, you have my heart and my laughter for all the fun we ever have locked in our hearts. Much much love to you.
Sue Chatham
January 26, 2011
D ear Nedra, I will forever be grateful that I moved to Walnut and met the Kimballs. You and Dr. Kimball were beacons for me and my family. I am saddened by his passing and know how much he will be missed. His great example and love for others was amazing. His quest for knowledge was inspiring. His physical strength was that of a person well trained. So many qualities to admire. Thank God for blessing us with Dr. Kimball's life! Love to you and you family. Sue Chatham
January 26, 2011
Nedra, Connie and I were sorry to read of Ralph's passing. Our thoughts and love and with you. He has been a great example throughout his life to those he came in contact with.
Glade & Connie Price (Washington Terrace, Utah)
Cindy and Dave Halverson
January 26, 2011
Ralph will be dearly missed. He will always remain in our hearts.
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