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for Ralph Singleton
Carolyn (Dec. 22, 2021)
December 23, 2021
Dorothy,
Wow... I have been looking for you and Ralph for so many years.. I sent a card to your church 15 years ago hoping it would somehow find you.... So very sorry for your loss... Ralph was a gentleman and a scholar...You guys treated me with so much love and respect and for that, I will forever be grateful. I was just a friend of his sister...Gayle....
Kembah
August 1, 2006
Dottie:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Ralph. I remember Ralph playing the drums for Bloodline and I am shocked to hear the news. My husband and I will be praying for you and your family.
Kembah
Chrystal Hill-Finney
July 28, 2006
To Mrs. Singleton, Gayle and the entire Singleton Family, I was devastated to learn of the passing of Ralph. As a member of the Tee Jay High School band, I will always remember Ralgh ...his warm smile and amazing talent. I remember so clearly the way he carried that bass drum. He was truly gifted. I pray that God will continue to comfort you and your family.
Sandra Wilkerson
July 28, 2006
To the Family,
While I was not a personal friend of Ralph's, he was my Brother in Christ and a member of RCC. Even more important than having his name on the RCC roll-book is the fact that Brother Ralph had his name written in the Lamb's Book of Life...a cause to rejoice in these sad days. May the Lord bless you all and keep you strong as you go through this very challenging time. Ralph is not gone. We know where he is...where we all want to be one day...walking and talking and laughing with Jesus! "...Death is swallowed up in victory."
I Corinthians 15:54b
Love in Christ,
Sandra Wilkerson
Secretary to Pastor Parson
Elaine Dudley
July 27, 2006
Mrs. Singleton and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God keep you and comfort you. If you need us, we are here for you.
The Family of Darnell "Tony" Williams
The Parents of Tony, The Dudley Family.
Donzella Kinney
July 26, 2006
To Mrs. Dorothy Singleton, Gayle and Singleton Family:
I was recently informed of the sad news regarding Ralph. Ralph indeed was a true muscian and above all else a man of God. Gayle,let us not forget where we got our spiritual foundation from(6th Mt. Zion) and physical foundation(TJ Super Gals Track Team). Please know that Ralph is in a better place. Blessing be unto to you for all that you do and know that I am always praying for you.
Kevin Cummings
July 25, 2006
Ralph was good friend throughout High School. We had alot of fun in the TJ/JHW marching band and both had a great love of music. I hadn't seen him for quite a few years until we played at a church in Richmond a few years ago with Mike, Tim, and Orlando. I was quite impressed with the man he had become. He will be missed.
Kevin Cummings
July 25, 2006
To the Singleton Family,
May the Lord continue to bless you and we are praying for you.
Love the Crossin's
APRIL WOODY KELSAW
July 24, 2006
Dottie and the rest of the Singleton Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of this sad news. I've just been informed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I remember Ralph from along time ago. We were such friends, him and his family especially Gayle. Please except my condolences. If there's anything I can do, please don't hesitate to ask. April
Shirley Green
July 24, 2006
Dottie,
May God's peace and love comfort your heart and mind,now and always.
Elder, Reakeem-Rodney D. Ralph
July 23, 2006
To Dottie&The Singleton Family, My prays are with you threw this time and I will continue to pray for you. For I know that God will is good and
acceptable. I knew Ralph and he is and always will be a good servent of the Lord. I know that Ralph is no longer with us Physically but his work must go on. His flower is gone but his fragrance still lives on.
Tanya Wright
July 22, 2006
Dottie,
I just realized today that you buried Ralph. It's been awhile since I've seen you. You are in my heart real heavy today. My prayer for you is that you experience God's strength and refuge in your mourning. You are preserved by Him because of the TRUST you have in Him. He will help you lie in green pastures and enable you to overcome in time. I will see you at church.
Love ya,
maurice mallory
July 22, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Yolanda Howard
July 21, 2006
To Gayle & Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Antonio Winslow
July 21, 2006
To the Singleton Family
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. I had the opportunity to work with Ralph when I subbed for Darnell at Frienship Bapt. Church and I it was a pleasant and easy experience. He was a mild mannered but effective drummer. I know you will miss him but I assure that he is in God's care so there's no need to worry. I'll continue to keep your family in my prayers.
Wyatt Austin (Doozie)
July 21, 2006
To Ralph's family and friends,my sincere condolences. I had seen Ralph only a couple of times since we graduated from high school, but I heard that he continued his musical ambitions. He was definitely excellent at his craft. My prayers are with you and may God continue to bless and keep you, now and always.
WANDA SCOTT
July 21, 2006
To Dottie; I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. You and yours are in me and mine prayers. God Bless
Carol Jefferson-Muse
July 21, 2006
TO RALPH'S FAMILY,
There are no words to say at this time that could ease the pain we all feel for losing someone so young & dear. Our families experienced so much together. We all feel as though yet another family member has broken our circle. Just know that our prayers are with you all and our hearts are deep with grief. We will all remember the good times we spent with Ralph (Boop) as we all called him. May God comfort you all.
The Jefferson Family,
Karen Starkes Athy
July 21, 2006
Dottie, I was deeply saddened when hearing of your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your strength in the Almighty comfort you during this difficult time.
Karolyn Walker
July 21, 2006
To The Singleton family, May God bless and keep you at this your time of need. I pray that God will give you strength and the peace that passes all understanding, I will keep you and your family in prayer! God bless you and keep you!
Calvin Warren
July 21, 2006
Our deepest sympathy for your lost, and our prayers has been and continually be with you.
Calvin and Shelia Warren
Calvin Warren
July 21, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to you for your lost.
Calvin and Shelia Warren
Lorraine
July 21, 2006
To the family
I knew Ralph from Wachovia.He always greeted me with a smile and kind words so you can imagine my shock when I saw this picture today.
I pray that you will find strength in your faith to make it through this storm. God will take care of you all.
To the mother: You raised a very respectable and respectful young man. Thank you for that.
Praying for you all
Gloria Williams
July 21, 2006
To the Singleton Family, nay! in all things, we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. Just know that earth has no sorry that heaven cannot heal. Continue to live for Christ and you will see your love one again. We love you, The Williams's and Bryant family, Verneeta, Melba, James and
Viveca Johnson
July 21, 2006
Praying for the peace of God that surpasses all understanding at this time for the family.
In Christ,
Viveca Johnson and family
Wayne Woody
July 21, 2006
Singleton/Wilkerson family, Ralph was the most upright man I knew. Always kind and fun to be around. I'll remember Ralph and cherish our childhood and adult memories. May GOD Bless you and keep you Always. Wayne Woody
Barbara Bryan
July 21, 2006
To the Singleton Family, you are in my prayers and thoughts. Ralph was a very pleasant face I would encounter every morning at Wachovia Bank and when he left I was very sad. To hear of his untimely depart was very hard to hear. I will continue to keep you in my prayers and just know that he is gone but not forgotten.
Oliver W. Johnson, Jr. (SPORTY)
July 21, 2006
To the Singleton Family from the Drummers Back in the Day at Tee Jay (80). I want to express my deepest condolences to the Singleton Family. Ralph was always a natural talented gifted musician who whose skill, class and dignity were evident even in High School. I had a chance to speak to Ralph about a year ago for the first time in twenty years and his enthusiasm for the art was still the same. From the Drumline from back in the day at Tee Jay, Sporty, Tick, Dooz, Brew, Duck, Chuck, and Tripp God Bless.
Jerri & James Robinson
July 21, 2006
Mrs.Singleton,I only knew Ralph for a short time, but I thank GOD for his musical gift that he shared with us at Friendship Baptist Church. So sorry for your lost.May GOD continue to keep you and your family.
Norma Bullock
July 20, 2006
Gayle,It's been a while when last seen you,it was back in 81',we went went to Va. State together.I remember you and Ralph was always together,just like my brother and I (Fred).May you always remember the happy thoughts,because Ralph was a very nice person.He will always be remember.
Deborah Delane
July 20, 2006
Dottie,
Our prayers are with you. We will truly miss Ralph. He was a man of few words but but he had plenty of GOD given talent. It was a privilege to have had him share them with us.
Deacon & Deaconess Larry & Deborah Delane
Friendship Baptist Church
Hopewell, VA
Rev. Shirley Stanley
July 20, 2006
Dear Mrs. Singleton,
May God comfort you during this difficult time. I want you to know that your husband spread love to all he met. When my son Marcus was involved in a horrible shooting two years ago, your husband made the trip to Maryland to see him in the hospital and had the children at his school write letters of love and encouragement. After hearing about Ralph's death, Marcus re-read those letters last evening and they are a testimony of just how God used Ralph to touch the lives of so many others. Ralph will be missed but truly not forgotten by Marcus and our entire our family. The Stanley family loves you and we are praying for you.
Cora Harvey Armstrong
July 19, 2006
Singleton Family, Jesus loves you and wants to help you heal. Trust Him and call His Name. He's right there and will give you His peace in the midst of the storm. Know that you are loved.
Patty Duffy
July 19, 2006
Ralph was with us for such a short time at Saint Gertrude that I never got to know him well; however, he was always very gentle and considerate. His quiet dignity and hard work impressed me all of the time. I am so sorry for your loss and our loss. He was so easy to respect. I will keep you in my prayers and hope that you will find peace and comfort in the very hard days to come.
Taryn, Lauren and Lindsay Thorn- Cephas
July 19, 2006
Gayle, I'm very sorry for the loss of your brother. We only knew him for three months and I'll have to say that it was a great three months. I wish you the best of luck through this time. Love you "Aunt Gayle".
Ora Bailey
July 19, 2006
To The Family
Words seem so shallow at a time such as this. Our hearts are heavy with the burden of loss. Please remember that God does all things well and HE will never leave us or forsake us. HE knows best. In the spirit of love and friendship we offer our most sincere sympathy, prayers and understanding.
Deacon & Deaconess Goldie & Ora Bailey
Dontay Tillman
July 19, 2006
Just wanted to sent my Love. He will be greatly Missed.
Hope, Peach, Muffin & Pinkie Brooks
July 19, 2006
Dottie,
My prayer is that God will give you comfort throughout the days to come. Ralph was one of the sweetest, caring, honest people that I know. He and Tony(Darnell)were an awesome team. One thing I know about Ralph is that he loved the Lord with all of his heart and soul and he loved and adored you so much that when we met you, we already love and adore you.
He wasn't one to judge but if you asked him a question, he would give you the truth with compassion and understanding. You are our friends and have always welcomed us with open arms. Rest in peace "my buddy". I will sincerely miss you and will always remember our time traveling and working together. You're forever with me.
Elder Raymond & Shaun Lindsey, Sr
July 19, 2006
Dotti, I don't know if you remember my wife and I, But we met you and Ralph through Hop Pollard Jr, back some 10yrs ago. and had the priviledge to minister together in Part II Ministries Choir and he played for us. I distinctly remember him taking off his shoes when he played the drums. I called him the flat foot drummer. I will miss him and his gentle nature, not to mention his ability to fit wherever needed. My prayers are with you, your family as well as Donnell's family. With so much love and appreciation just to know you all. I send my sincere heart felt condolences to you.
Rosalind Holloway
July 19, 2006
Dottie, We are so sorry for your loss as it is a great loss for us too. You are in our prayers.
Doris & Kenan Griffin, Rosalind Holloway
Friendship Baptist Gospel Chorale
Hopewell, VA
Dorena (Brown) Murray
July 19, 2006
To Gayle and the entire Singleton Family, we the class of TJ 1981 would like to express our condolences on the loss of our friend Ralph. Ralph was always a quiet sweet person. We had some good times in high school and we will never forget him. Remember the good times and he will live forever in your hearts.
Renée & James Ferguson
July 19, 2006
Dottie, we stand with you and your extended family as you lean on the Holy Spirit for His comfort and the peace that passes all understanding. We will reflect on the wonderful life Ralph led and the many lives he touched through his music and writing ministries. His faithfulness was tireless and his gentle demeanor, precious. I know he's receiving many jewels in many crowns now!
We will miss him...until then.
In the Love of Christ
Randy Battle
July 19, 2006
To The Family & Friends:
You are in my prayers. I did not know Ralph personally but I'm sure he was a great guy because he was a friend of Darnell's. God Bless and Keep You and Yours.
MaLinda (Tolliver) Washington
July 19, 2006
Gayle, it has been a long time since I have seen you and Ralph. But my prayers go out to you and the family. With much love and prayers, God will lead you through this valley. If you need anything, please let me know.
Pastor MaLinda (Tolliver) Washington
Malissa Short
July 19, 2006
Dotty, my words fail at this time but know that I stand with you in a prayer of faith that you will stand on the Word of God for comfort and strength. Blessings and peace to you and your family.
John & Pat "cora green" Dixon
July 19, 2006
Dottie, there are no words to express your loss nor mine. Spanky as I knew him was part of our cast as drummer and I always remembered him in between takes at dress rehearsal sitting there reading his Bible. His quiet gentle spirit and his smile are what I remember the most about him. His life radiated Christ, and his love for you shown brightly. My prayers are with you and your family and know that God sent for his son. He and Darnell are making "big" music together, giving God all the honor and glory He deserves. The rehearsals were here, so, now he plays for the King of Kings.
God bless you.
Monite Jones-Carlisle
July 19, 2006
My prayers go out to his family, my family will surely cherish the times we had together. See you later.
Mike Girdy
July 19, 2006
Dottie,Gayle,Family,i will miss Ralph but will cherrish the GREAT musical performances he had,,,being a great friend when i needed a lift and his spirit.
Lisa Fusco
July 19, 2006
We at Saint Gertrude High School will really miss Ralph and his quiet, efficient ways. He was such a great addition to our staff this year, and his polite, gentle ways influenced all of us. He had so many hidden talents, like his music and writing. Our sympathy to your entire family.
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