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1944 - 2013
 Ira Glenn Ralph, 68 of the Sam Rayburn Community died at his home on Wednesday May 29, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. Ira graduated from Jasper High School in 1963 and excelled as an all-star athlete. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends whether hosting a fish fry, bluffing at poker , fishing in Canada, or sitting on the deck at his lake home. Ira was known for his sense of humor, telling great stories and his "jokes", as well as never meeting a stranger. He will be deeply missed by all that loved him. Funeral services will be at Forest Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory in Jasper, TX on June 2, 2013 at 2pm., with interment to follow at the Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday evening, June 1st from 5pm - 7pm at Forest Oaks. Condolences can be posted at www.forestoaksofjasper.com. Ira was born on December 12, 1944 in Jasper, Texas to Ira Dale and Gertrude Ralph. He is survived by his wife, Robbie Welch Ralph, his two daughters, Holly Schedler of Flower Mound, and Teri Ralph of Frisco, his son-in-law Kurt Schedler, and his three grandchildren, Lauren Schedler, Ryan Schedler, and Caden Kelly. He was also survived by his brother Robert Ralph of Indiana, sister-in-law Darlene Ralph of Indiana, mother-in-law Billie Welch of Jasper, sister-in-law Shirley and husband Ronnie Hidalgo of Hamshire-Fannett, sister-in-law Kay Welch of Oklahoma City, brother-in-law Billy Frank and wife Yolanda Welch of the Woodlands, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Lakes Area Hospice, 215 Ethel Street, Jasper, Texas 75951. |
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There are currently 19 condolences.
Jeff Barab
Monday June 3, 2013 at
2:43 PM
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Robbie - My heart and prayers are with you and your family. May your wonderful memories with Ira sustain you forever. I'm thinking of you all.
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Janet Foreman
Monday June 3, 2013 at
8:48 AM
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Robbie, I am so sorry for your loss. May the love & support of your family & friends help comfort you. Prayers & hugs are being sent your way.
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Michele Joy
Sunday June 2, 2013 at
10:55 AM
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So sorry to hear of Ira's passing. His ability to peservere during his long battle with cancer and be so engaged with life is an inspiration to us all. Our condolences to Robbie and the rest of the family.
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Larry and Pat Ducharme
ducharmelarry@hotmail.com
Saturday June 1, 2013 at
8:47 PM
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To Robbie and Family,
We were saddened to read about the passing of Ira. The times we were around Ira and playing golf with you two were always a pleasant and fun memory. Please know that you and Ira are in our prayers. Love, Pat and Larry Ducharme
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Terry and Jeanne Osborne
Ozzie_248@yahoo.com
Saturday June 1, 2013 at
4:48 PM
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Terry and I were so sorry to hear about Ira. Ours prayers go out to your family. May Ira rest in peace. Love, TO and Jeanne
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Joe Williams
Friday May 31, 2013 at
10:11 PM
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Ira was a special and gifted person. Having met Ira when he joined EHC many years ago, and being one of those who could set and listen to him tell stories or jokes for hours was a special treat when we all got together couple of times a year. Then finding out we were distant cousins just made it even more special. Ira left a special legacy with so many good memories that will always keep him close in your hearts. We are blessed Ira was part of our walk on this earth. You are in our thoughts and prayers and RIP our friend. You will be missed.
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Neal Stidham
Friday May 31, 2013 at
9:44 PM
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Robbie, sorry to hear about Ira. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Neal & Charlotte Stidham
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Sue Russell Dismukes
Friday May 31, 2013 at
8:11 PM
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Robbie, So sorry to see that Ira has passed away. May God be with you during this difficult time.
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Gonzales Family
Friday May 31, 2013 at
5:51 PM
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Our heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Ira was loved by many and will truly be missed. May God Bless You all and Ira.
Love, Frankie, Annette, Maddy & Madeline
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Mark Roos
mark.roos@premiergrilling.com
Friday May 31, 2013 at
5:36 PM
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My thoughts are with you Teri during this rough time.
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Gerald (Jerry) Mischon
gkmischon@earthlink.net
Friday May 31, 2013 at
4:29 PM
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Many of us will miss Ira, a good friend and fun to be with. After my last visit I hoped he might recover. My condolences to Ira's family.
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Gene Bennett
Friday May 31, 2013 at
2:18 PM
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So Sorry to hear this.
What chances I did get to Know
Ira convinced me what a great guy
he was.
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Troy Smith
Friday May 31, 2013 at
11:59 AM
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My heart and prayers go ut to the family of Ira, and know that he will be deeply missed by you all. I enjoyed Ira on many EHC outings, and enjoyed talking with him and lessening to his storie's. Ira was truely a friend and touched the lifes of many people that knew him. May God Bless you all and Ira.
Sincerly,
Troy Smith
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David and Marilyn Brandom
Friday May 31, 2013 at
9:46 AM
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So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Pamela Crowell
Friday May 31, 2013 at
8:21 AM
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Lord, Robbie, I am so sorry - I did not know that that Ira Glenn was sick!! I will try and come to the visitation Saturday afternoon. Take care and let me know if there is anything that I can do.
Pam
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Kelly VsnCompernolle
Thursday May 30, 2013 at
11:30 PM
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Prayers for your family from ours. We feel your loss. Life is filled with love and I am certain your Dad was filled with love from all of you. God bless you all. Brian , Kelly and Zach VsnCompernolle.
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Barbara Duncan McDonald
Thursday May 30, 2013 at
6:15 PM
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Rest in Peace old friend.
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Sue Sellers Thompson
Thursday May 30, 2013 at
2:32 PM
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Rest in peace my friend. I am so happy we got to spend time together at our reunion. You will be missed by many!
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Tillie Thompson
Thursday May 30, 2013 at
11:41 AM
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So sorry to hear this news......RIP Ira Glenn.
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