Ralph V. Richey, 80, of Fremont, OH passed away on January 21, 2015 at Bethesda Care Center. He was born on October 18, 1934 in Greenfield, IN to Richard and Mary (Olvey) Richey. Ralph married Grace Bilger in 1966 and she passed away in 2000.
Ralph served in the US Army in the Third Armored Calvary during peace time.
He worked at Whirlpool Corp. for 35 years until he retired in 1989 from the maintenance department. He enjoyed camping, dancing and his vehicles. Ralph was a hard worker and enjoyed staying active.
Ralph is survived by his best friend and confidant, Linda Orndorff, Fremont; one son, two daughters, two sisters, two brothers and three step-children.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Grace Richey; a daughter, a brother and three sisters.
No service will be held at this time.
Memorials may be made to Bethesda Care Center, Activities Department
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Ember Ollom
“Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.” -Herbert Kretzmer
I know that we are all grieving, but right now Ralph is somewhere where he can once again walk and be happy. He’s probably up in Heaven telling stories, strolling the aisles at Wal-Mart and playing online checkers. He would never want you to be sad, so smile.
Lucinda reed
He was nice person every time when I stopped to see my grandmother when she was at Bethesda for therpy and he always asked me how I was and how was my grandmother and he liked talking my grandmother and I. It felt he was like dad or a uncle to me
Ron and Pete Hausch
Sending our prayers to Linda and family. Keeping you in our thoughts.
Carol Perez
So sorry for your loss
Gary Schueren
Ralph you were my good buddy for over 10 years. We were the same age and served
in the Service the same years. I am very happy that I introduced you to our Savior Jesus Christ a few years back. I know you are with the Lord now and all suffering is over. For your family I give my sympathy and prayers.
You were my hero. You suffered much and yet still had a great spirit.
I thank God that I we were brought together, I enjoy all the times we had taking about our lives.
I will see you later and walk down the streets of Gold together.+
I will miss you and the talks we had.
Your good buddy,
Gary Schueren
Jim & Kay Miranda
Dear Linda,
Ralph was a bright and shining light on Melissa Drive, and his light continued to shine these past years at Bethesda. We will not soon forget his wonderful love for life, great smile, sunny disposition and his desire to be a good neighbor. He loved to be on his customized tractor with which he cheerfully cleared our driveway on numerous occasions. You may have lost your dearest friend, but please know the good memories will linger and comfort you. You are in our prayers and thoughts, and are here if we can be of assistance in any way.
John & Betty Scheer
Please accept our deepest sympathy in Ralph’s passing.
Jim and Beverly swanger
Linda, we are so sorry to read of Ralph’s passing. You have been so good to and for him. We so enjoyed being and knowing him and you at auburn lake. Love and prayers to you and the family.