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Jeff Ralston Obituary
Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on March 22, 1963, he is the son of Judith McKee Ralston and the late Charles Frederick Ralston. He was a member of the Salvation Army Church in Morgantown, W.Va., and attended Elizabeth Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army and was trained in his passion for cooking as a chef. Jeff has worked at Cleveland County Club and North Lake County as their chef, but he loved to cook for his family and always served them first. He was a devoted father and a wonderful loving husband.
In addition to his mother, Jeff is survived by his wife of 29 years, Sherrie Holcomb Ralston; a son, Jacob Ralston of the home; three brothers, Butch Ralston, of Myrtle Beach S.C., Rick Ralston and wife Karen of Conway S.C., and Robert Ralston and wife Kim of Columbus Ohio; many beloved nieces and nephews; and his loyal companion pit bull, "Domino".
Visitation: The family will receive friends one hour before the service in the sanctuary.
Funeral Service: 3 p.m. Sunday at Elizabeth Baptist Church
Officiated By: Dr. Rit Varriale
Funeral Home: Cecil M Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mr. Ralston.
Memorials: May be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church Handyman Ministry, 301 N. Post Road, Shelby 28152
Online Guest Registry: www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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LuJuan Dover
August 24, 2013
Sherrie, I am so sorry to see that your husband has passed. Praying for you to find comfort in the arms of the Lord during this difficult time. God Bless you and your family.
Krystal Cauthran
August 23, 2013
Sherrie,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you, and I love you. I am sending many special prayers out for you and Jacob.
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