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RALPH EMERSON DUNHAM (Age 96)
Passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 18, 2012. Born in Wichita, Kansas, Ralph served in the Army from 1942-46, landing on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day plus four. He met his wife, Elizabeth (Betty) Smith, at a Christmas Eve party in London while she was serving in the British Air Force (WAAF). Ralph earned his doctorate from the University of California, Berkeley in 1950; was a professor at Blue Mountain College, Middle State Tenn. College, and the University of Maryland; worked in government, including for the U.S. Department of Education; was a Lt. Colonel in the Army Reserve; and member of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Ralph is survived by his wife Betty of 65 years, sons Robert and Jonathan, daughter-in-law June, and two grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery in the near future.
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Brad Newsham
December 30, 2012
After knowing Ralph for more than fifty years (since I was eight years old), I can say that he was the living definition of 'a good man.' He and Betty and their children were the closest of friends to my parents and siblings and me, and they showed us countless unrepayable kindnesses. I was beginning to think that Ralph just might live forever, and I liked that idea a lot. Sorry to see him finish up his business here.
Penny Showell
December 27, 2012
He was a light in our community, and will be missed.
December 25, 2012
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3
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