Ralph was born on September 9, 1917 and passed away on Friday, February 5, 2010.

Ralph was last known to be living in Columbia, South Carolina.

He retired from the United States Army in 1971 at the rank of Master Sergeant, served during WW II, and served two tours of duty during the Korean Conflict.

He was preceded in death by his wife Louise.

Funeral service with Full Military Honors will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at North Trenholm Baptist Church with burial to follow in Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia. Rev. Joe Copeland and Rev. Richard Cameron will officiate. The family will receive friends Monday 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Powers Funeral Home, Lugoff.

Memorials may be made to North Trenholm Baptist Church.